Orthopedic NP or PA

Responsibilities:

• Independently round on and evaluate orthopedic patients, providing comprehensive care and treatment recommendations.
• Assist in surgical procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and safety in the operating room.
• Collaborate with the orthopedic surgeon and interdisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Provide patient education and support, addressing questions and concerns related to orthopedic conditions and treatments.
• Manage patient care independently during periods when the surgeon is off-campus, maintaining open communication and consulting with the surgeon as needed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and meetings to discuss patient cases and optimize care delivery.
• Contribute to the advancement of orthopedic practice through participation in quality improvement initiatives and research projects.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
• Current license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in CA.
• Certification as an Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner (ONP-C) or Orthopedic Physician Assistant (PA-C) preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in orthopedics, with proficiency in both surgical and non-surgical management of orthopedic conditions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and make sound clinical judgments in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility in scheduling to accommodate patient care needs, including occasional weekend coverage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience starting at $150k
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Generous paid time off, including 6 weeks of vacation annually.
• 46 weeks of work, 40 hour work week, flexibile scheduling

Banner Lassen Medical Center in Susanville, California originally opened in 1883 as Lassen County Hospital. In 1994, Lutheran Health System assumed management responsibility for the hospital and purchased the hospital from St. Mary’s Hospital in 1999. That year, the Lutheran Health System merged with Samaritan Health and became Banner Health. Banner Health decided to build a new facility north of town and the new Banner Lassen Medical Center opened in May 2003.

A 25-bed, critical access hospital, Banner Lassen provides you with outstanding care close to home. Our focus is to provide you with outstanding care and an excellent patient care experience through the latest in medical technology, a vision of compassion, and a concentration on patient and employee safety. We offer a wide range of programs and services to aid in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness.