Orthopedics Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner; RNFA – Inpatient​/Outpatient

Position: Orthopedics Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (RNFA) – Inpatient/Outpatient
# Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (RNFA) – Orthopedics Apply Now## Opportunity Criteria Profession Nurse  Practitioner, Physician Assistant Specialty Orthopedic  Surgery, Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Surgery Loan Repayment Not Specified Salary Range $64.00 to $103.00 / Hour

Employment Type

Full Time Bonuses Offered Relocation Not -for-profit
501(c)(3)## OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTSSaint Agnes Medical Providers (SAMP) is seeking a full time Nurse Practitioner (NP) with RNFA certification and/or Physician Assistant (PA) to join a dynamic Sports Orthopedic Surgery team in Fresno, California. This position supports a busy, growing orthopedic practice and works in close collaboration with a Sports Orthopedic Surgeon and multidisciplinary care team.

The APP functions as an integral part of the care team, providing comprehensive patient care across surgical, inpatient, outpatient, and clinic settings, with a strong emphasis on perioperative management and surgical first assist responsibilities.
** Key Responsibilities
*** Serve as
** Surgical First Assist
** during orthopedic procedures, following best practices and maintaining surgical safety standards.
* Provide
** perioperative patient care**, including pre-operative evaluations, intraoperative assistance, and post-operative management.
* Conduct
** inpatient rounds and outpatient follow-ups
** to ensure continuity of care and optimal recovery outcomes.
* Perform comprehensive patient assessments, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and assist in treatment planning.
* Coordinate and manage the care of assigned patients, including directing ancillary clinical staff as appropriate.
* Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, coordinated care.
* Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, surgical procedures, rehabilitation plans, and recovery expectations.
* Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
* Participate in shared
** general orthopedic call responsibilities
** as part of the care team.
** Practice Environment
*** Join a
** physician-led, 120+ provider multispecialty group
*** Work alongside:+ Orthopedic Surgeons+ Sports Medicine/Family Medicine Physicians+ Advanced Practice Providers
* Affiliated with
** Saint Agnes Medical Center**, recognized as a
* Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report (2024–2025)
** Located in Fresno, California, offering a strong community, affordable living, and proximity to major destinations and national parks
** Minimum Qualifications
*** Graduate of an accredited
** Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program**
* ** NP candidates must hold RNFA certification
*** Current and unrestricted
** California NP or PA license**
* ** DEA registration
** and Controlled Substance certification
* Current
** BLS certification**; ACLS preferred
* Current national certification (AANP/ANCC for NP or NCCPA for PA)
* ** Minimum of 3 years of surgical/perioperative first assist experience preferred
*** Experience in
** orthopedic or sports medicine surgery strongly preferred
*** Ability to obtain hospital privileges at Saint Agnes Medical Center
** Preferred Qualifications
*** Orthopedic or sports medicine surgical experience
* Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment
* Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care
** Work Schedule
*** Full-time, typically
** Monday–Friday
*** Participation in
** shared orthopedic ED call rotation
** required
* * Compensation & Benefits**
* ** Pay Range:** $64.62 – $103.38 per hour
* Comprehensive benefits package including:+ Health, Dental, Vision Insurance+ Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability+ Health Savings Account (HSA) and FSA+ 401(k) Plan+ Paid Time Off (PTO)+ CME Allowance+ Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage+ Relocation Expense Reimbursement
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