Physician Assistant - Wound Care

For the second year in a row, Connecticut Orthopaedics has been named the #1 Orthopaedic Physician Practice in Connecticut by Castle Connolly!

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in wound care but is not required; on the job training will be provided as necessary. As a key member of our wound care team, you will play a vital role in assessing, treating, and managing complex wounds, while collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

• Part Time, 16-20 hours per week
• Primarily office-based, including locations:
  Fairfield, Trumbull, Shelton, and Orange with possible rounding at local acute rehab facilities.

• Conduct comprehensive wound assessments and develop individualized treatment plans based on evidence‑based guidelines and best practices.
• Provide wound care procedures/treatments autonomously including debridement, I&D, wound culture, etc.
• Utilize advanced wound care modalities, such as negative pressure wound therapy, bioengineered skin substitutes, to optimize wound healing outcomes.
• Educate patients and caregivers on proper techniques, prevention strategies, and the importance of adherence to treatment plans.
• Utilize electronic health record systems for documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
• Demonstrates organization, flexibility, and cooperation in performing job responsibilities.
• Prescribe medications, including narcotics, controlled substances or class scheduled drugs with Supervising Physician’s documentation in the patient medical record.
• Perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.

• Valid Nurse Practitioner or PA-C license in state of Connecticut
• Valid Controlled substance and DEA license
• 2+ years of wound care experience preferred

• Competitive salary, 401(k) contributions, and company‑paid life insurance.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays to promote work‑life balance.
• Reimbursement for liensure/credentialing fees.
• CME allowance.
• Access to training and development opportunities and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Uniform allowance.
• Free parking.