💼 Oregon Orthopedic Surgery Locums | PA/NP | $Competitive Pay | ASAP Start

Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner – Locum Opportunity | Oregon

Location: Oregon
Start Date: ASAP/ASAC
Duration: Ongoing
Schedule: Full-time | Call coverage includes weekdays, weekends, and holidays as scheduled
Setting: Inpatient and Emergency Department

Position Overview

In collaboration with the attending physician, the provider will:

• Prepare and record patient history, develop and implement plans of care.

• Participate in daily rounds and document pertinent symptoms, findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.

• Utilize the electronic medical record for order entry and documentation.

• Participate in multidisciplinary rounding, respond to coding/documentation queries, and assist in quality and safety initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Order or perform diagnostic studies such as EMG, EKG, compartment pressure measurements, x-rays, CT, MRI, and bone scans.

• Perform minor procedures including digital blocks, regional anesthesia, tendon repair, wound closure, incision and drainage, wound debridement, and k-wire or hardware removal.

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as joint/bursa aspirations, fracture reductions, injections, casting, bracing, and splint applications.

• Assist in surgery — first assist, tissue closures, and appliance applications as directed by the surgeon.

• Conduct hospital rounds, write orders, and support attending Orthopedic Surgeons.

• Participate in orthopedic call coverage, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

• Evaluate and manage hospitalized patients, dictate discharge summaries, and perform histories and physicals.

Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in electronic health records for documentation and care management.

• Ability to work independently and manage emergent or high-stress situations effectively.

Requirements

• Board Certified – Required

• Oregon License – Required

• Full-time Availability – Required

• NPDB Self-Query – Required at submission

• CAQH Login & Password – Required at offer

• Meets criteria for Medical Staff or Allied Health Professional membership and privileges.

• Must complete 4 hours of unpaid EPIC training (2 hours if testing out).

• Credentialing timeframe: Minimum 60 days

Compensation & Logistics

• Work Week: Sunday – Saturday

• Overtime: After 40 hours

• Lodging: Provided and coordinated

• Start Date: ASAP

Interested?
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