Job Description
APP-Orthopedics Job Opportunity in New Mexico
Located in Artesia, NM
Artesia is located in
southeastern New Mexico, nestled between the two larger cities of Roswell to the north and Carlsbad
to the south. The Texas border is less than 100 miles away to the east and the beautiful mountains,
including the towns of Cloudcroft and Ruidoso, are to the wes
Committed to delivering quality
health care to the communities of Artesia, Roswell, Carlsbad and Southeastern New Mexico.
Currently
in need for Orthopedic Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
Job Summary:
Provides
professional medical care for clinic/office patients within the scope of regulations outlined in the
New Mexico Nurse Practice Act as a licensed Nurse Practitioner or the New Mexico Medical Board as a
Physician Assistant.
Job Details:
Orthopedic physician assistant/nurse practitioner who cares for
patients both as outpatients in the orthopedic clinic and inpatients at Artesia General Hospital.
Involved in upper and lower extremity sports medicine and degenerative orthopedic-related care from
birth to geriatrics including detailed orthopedic-related medical histories, physical examinations,
and ordering/interpretation of diagnostic imaging. Responsible for the development/implementation of
non-surgical treatment plans and preparation/first assistance of surgical treatment plans. Works
under the supervision of an orthopedic surgeon.
Essential Functions/Role:
Demonstrate
professional practice behavior
Formulate a plan of care for the patient.
Implement and modify the
plan of care for patients.
Communicate and collaborate to ensure continuity of care.
Document
patient progress.
Practice according to NP/PA-specific guidelines/protocols.
Diagnosis and
treatment of problems including, but not limited to fractures/dislocations, sprains, contusions,
degenerative joint disease, rotator cuff tears/tendinopathies, meniscus tears, ACL tears,
carpal/cubital tunnel syndrome, trigger finger.
In-office procedures: Intra-articular injections of
knees and trapeziometacarpals; Subacromial injections of shoulders; Bursal injections of greater
trochanter and pes anserine; Tendon injections of distal IT band, medial/lateral humeral
epicondyles, DeQuervains; Aspiration of ganglion cysts; Interpretation of EKGs/pre-op blood
work.
Operating room procedures: First assistant duties such as retracting tissue, holding
instruments, and performing wound closures.
Pre-op and post-op care of surgical interventions
including, but not limited to: open reductions with internal/external fixation of fractures, rotator
cuff repair, meniscal repairs, carpal tunnel release, cubital tunnel transposition, trigger finger
release and arthroplasties of the knee, hip, and shoulder.
Inpatient post-op rounding, wound care,
admission/discharge order placement status post knee/hip arthroplasties, open reductions with
internal/external fixation of fractures, fasciotomies.
The Physician will report to:
The
orthopedic physician assistant/nurse practitioner will work under the supervision of the
orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Marshall Baca, or Dr. Zhinian Wan. The supervising physician will be
accessible
in person or via phone as needed.
Additional Responsibilities: As assigned.
- Per
NP/PA guidelines/protocols as a licensed provider.
Age- related competencies: Demonstrates the
basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this
position.
Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position
with appropriate confidentiality and security.
Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety:
Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and
Investigations.
Minimum position/qualification's:
Education Graduate of an accredited nursing
school, MSN required or Graduate of an accredited PA school.
Work Experience N/A
Training
N/A
License/Certification Certified Nurse Practitioner in New Mexico. BLS Certified or Certified as
a Physician's Assistant in New Mexico. BLS certified
Environmental Conditions: The work
environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body
fluids.
The Hospital is Committed to delivering quality health care to the communities of Artesia,
Roswell, Carlsbad and Southeastern New Mexico, we are more than a state-of the-art hospital with a
broad range of services. We are your partners in health, committed to providing your family with
compassionate, world-class health care close to home.
The General Hospitals Centers of Care and
Excellence provide a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services that align with the needs of
our region. We offer state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques and innovative programs along with
health care for the entire family through our family practice services and specialists.
Additional Information:
- Specialty: Nurse Practitioner
- Location: Artesia, New Mexico
- Contact: Jeremy Baldi
About the Company:
Archway Physician Recruitment is a national contingency placement firm assisting hospitals and
medical groups with their placement needs. Our goal is to be the top choice for all of your
physician recruitment needs.