Advanced Practice Provider (NPPA) Orthopedics – MUSC Health Orthopedics Columbia, SC

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Job Description

The Medical University of South Carolina Health is seeking a skilled and proactive Orthopedic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our dynamic team. This is a unique opportunity to work in a high-impact role where clinical autonomy meets collaborative care and where your expertise directly improves patient outcomes.

In this role you will:

• Independently evaluate and treat patients managing a wide range of orthopedic conditions with confidence and precision.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams ensuring seamless care from diagnosis through recovery.
• Prescribe medications and order diagnostic tests to support timely evidence-based treatment plans.
• Educate and guide patients on post-operative care injury prevention and long-term wellness strategies.

Were looking for an APP who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment brings strong clinical judgment and is passionate about delivering exceptional orthopedic care.

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Salaried/non-exempt

Hours per week: 40 Hours Per Week
Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: Monday Thursday 8:00am- 5:00pm and Friday 8:00am 12:00pm
Patient Population Focus: Outpatient Medical Office/Inpatient

Patient Population Age Range: 18 years - death

Required Training and Experience

Required Minimum Training: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN as noted below.

Physician Assistant or APRN License Type/Certification:

• AGPNP/ANP (Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP or Adult NP): Adult pts (13 years to death) stable chronic disease state management or primary care setting.
• FNP (Family NP): (birth to death) Stable chronic disease state management primary care across the lifespan.

Preferred Training and Experience

Preferred Training: Physician Assistant (PA) or if APRN License Type/Certification identified below:

Physician Assistant or APRN:

• AGACNP/ACNP (Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner): Adult pts (13 years to death) acutely ill or injured potentially unstable or technologically dependent (vents drips monitors etc.)

Degree of Supervision: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant will be assigned a Primary Supervising/Collaborating Physician employed by MUSC and will report directly to this physician.

Required Licensure Certifications Registrations:

• All certifications must be current and complete prior to the start date:
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• DHEC and DEA license
  

Job Duties

• Provides direct care to patients through the following activities:
• Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations
• Evaluates and treats on the basis of history physical examination radiological laboratory and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline
• Performs the following therapeutic procedures in accordance with procedural privileges skill and proficiency as approved by the Clinical Division Chief
• Initiates referrals to other health care providers and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician
• Documents and bills for direct care provided
• Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice
• Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research
• Participates in and supports accreditation compliance and regulatory activities of the organization
• Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education
• Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members
• APRN or PA must maintain licenses certifications CNEs/CMEs etc. as required by applicable policies and state law

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Physical Requirements

Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist kneel climb stairs reach in all directions fully use both hands and legs possess good finger dexterity perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift lower push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (/-) unassisted exert up to 50 lbs of force lift from 36 to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion or belief age sex national origin gender identity sexual orientation disability protected veteran status family or parental status or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications merit and business need.

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