PA or NP; Family Designation – Spine Coverage

PA or NP (Family Designation – Spine Coverage)

Monday – Friday, Full-time Spine Coverage

Responsible for providing medical care as delegated by physician. May be assigned to a specific physician however main responsibility is to all patients regardless of supervising physician.

• Evaluates new and follow up patients who are scheduled.
• Orders appropriate diagnostic tests (labs, imaging).
• Applies and removes casts and splints for fracture care patients.
• Prescribes medications, treatments, physical therapy and occupational therapy.
• Participates in triage decisions.
• Follows guidelines set forth by NYSDOH, DEA, and CMS
• Provides office coverage for physicians (when physicians are not available) for labs, paperwork, etc.
• Performing injections: intra-articular, trigger point, trigger finger and inter-muscular.
• Responsible for history and physicals, patient teaching for upcoming surgery.
• Responsible for precepting student Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
• Maintains knowledge regarding changes in the practice of the advanced practice provider.
• Documents notes efficiently and within appropriate billing guidelines.
• Responds to emergencies including using CPR.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

We provide a stimulating work environment and allow you to maintain your work/life balance. We offer a very competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, 401(k) plan and generous paid time off program.