Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Sterling, VA (BB)
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Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) – Sterling, Virginia
Join an Established Physician-Owned Orthopedic Practice – Two APP Opportunities Available!
An established, private, physician-owned orthopedic practice in Sterling, Virginia, is seeking two experienced Nurse Practitioners (NPs) or Physician Assistants (PAs) to join its collaborative orthopedic team. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced advanced practice providers with an interest in orthopedic medicine to work alongside orthopedic surgeons, fellow APPs, physical therapists, and rehabilitation professionals.
The practice offers an outpatient clinical environment where providers can participate in comprehensive orthopedic care, including musculoskeletal evaluations, injury management, postoperative care, and coordination of rehabilitation services.
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Two Advanced Practice Provider positions available.
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Established private, physician-owned orthopedic practice.
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Collaborative team of orthopedic surgeons, APPs, and rehabilitation professionals.
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Comprehensive outpatient orthopedic patient care.
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Shared office-call rotation among the mid-level team.
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No emergency room call or traditional hospital call.
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Opportunities to assist with surgical procedures based on training and experience.
Job Responsibilities
Obtain focused patient histories and perform physical examinations.
Manage musculoskeletal conditions and orthopedic injuries.
Review imaging and diagnostic studies.
Develop treatment plans in collaboration with orthopedic physicians.
Manage follow-up and postoperative visits.
Provide preoperative and postoperative patient care.
Perform joint and musculoskeletal injections based on training and scope of practice.
Assist with fracture and injury management.
Perform casting and splinting.
Remove sutures and staples.
Provide wound care and medication management.
Coordinate physical therapy and rehabilitation plans.
Participate in a shared office-call rotation.
Assist with surgical procedures based on training and experience.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Qualifications
Current Virginia license or eligibility to obtain Virginia licensure.
Minimum of one year of post-graduate clinical experience.
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
Genuine interest in orthopedic medicine.
Ability to collaborate effectively with orthopedic physicians and other APPs.
Strong communication and patient-care skills.
Preferred Experience
Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are preferred:
Orthopedic medicine.
Sports medicine.
Total joint replacement.
Hip and knee care.
Spine and musculoskeletal medicine.
Surgical practice.
First assist or operating room experience.
Postoperative care.
Joint injections.
Casting and splinting.
Prior orthopedic experience is strongly preferred. However, experienced providers from other clinical backgrounds who demonstrate a genuine interest in orthopedic medicine may also be considered.
Call Requirements
Office call only.
Shared rotating call schedule with the mid-level team.
No emergency room call.
No traditional hospital call.
Practice Environment
Work within an established, private, physician-owned orthopedic practice alongside experienced orthopedic surgeons, APPs, physical therapists, and rehabilitation professionals. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to comprehensive orthopedic care in an outpatient practice setting.
Location: Sterling, Virginia
Openings: 2
Provider Types: Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA)
Experience: Minimum 1 year of post-graduate clinical experience
Setting: Outpatient Orthopedic Practice
New Graduates: Not considered