Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate - Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic - Per Diem

Description

MaineHealth Orthopedics and Sports Medicine - South Portland - Walk In

Orthopedic Sports Medicine and Surgery

South Portland, ME

Requisition # 89438

MaineHealth Orthopedics and Sports Medicine - South Portland is recruiting an APP (Advanced Practice Provider)to join our fast paced Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine team.Under physician supervision, the successful candidate will provide medical care through evaluation and treatment of same day, next day and acute injuryoutpatients. In the ambulatory setting, this positionwill support the needs of the practice as it relates to patient care and immediate access including but not limited to; triage of acute orthopedic referrals and calls, providing access to existing/established patients, same day patients, and supplemental coverage for existing clinical care teams through the use of in-person visits and tele-health options. This position will also provide care for acute injury patient/athletes referred through our Athletic Trainers located in community outreach locations. The successful candidate will have the ability to work closely and as a liaison with surgical and non-surgical physicians in the management of existing patients for continuity of care. Orthopedic, Sports Medicine, fracture care experience, and/or Urgent Care experience in Orthopedics is preferred. These duties are performed in accordance with established standards and practices as defined by Maine Medical Center, the State of Maine, and the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Schedule: Per Diem

Potential additional coverage on an intermittent, as needed basis in the Operating Room may be possible.

Participates in the Sports Surgery & Sports Medicine office call rotation.

Compensation

For internal candidates who currently hold a full-time or part-time role at MaineHealth, the pay rate is 120% of their current hourly rate and may be eligible for shift differentials. For external candidates or candidates who only hold per diem roles at MaineHealth, the rate is $80.00 per hour and may be eligible for shift differentials.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree and successful completion of accredited Physician Assistant/Associate or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure.
• NCCPA certification for Physician Associate/Assistant
• Current BLS required
• Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including medical histories, performing evaluations and wellness diagnosis
• Knowledge of indications for proper techniques for office procedures
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills

Portland offers the best of urban sophistication combined with small-town friendliness. The area provides four season recreational opportunities, such as skiing, hiking, sailing, and miles of beautiful beaches. Just two hours north of Boston, this is an exceptionally diverse and vibrant community with a reputation as a Foodie hot spot. The Greater Portland area provides unique educational experiences and has emerged as an important center for the creative arts.

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