Physician Assistant or Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Ortho Peds Surgery & Sports Med

Description

MaineHealth Orthopedic Pediatrics Surgery & Sports Medicine, South Portland, is recruiting a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Acute Care Pediatric Nurse (PNP-AC) to join our Pediatric Orthopedic team. The successful candidate will provide medical care with physician supervision, as part of an established care team. This position will further support a busy pediatric orthopedic surgical practice which provides care to a diverse population of children. In this role, the candidate will provide hospital and office-based evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal concerns, including athletic injuries, trauma and congenital abnormalities. In addition to the outpatient practice setting, this position will support operative and hospital care as needed. Orthopedic experience in pediatrics 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: Monday - Friday, day shift in the ambulatory clinic.

Additional coverage as needed in the Operating Room, Hospital and Pediatric Multi-specialty clinic.

Participates in the Sports Surgery/Medicine office call rotation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree and successful completion of accredited physician assistant (NCCPA certification) or Acute Care Pediatric NP program with RNFA.
• License/Certifications: Current Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner license issued by the State of Maine or eligible of licensure.
• Current BLS required.
• Experience: Orthopedic experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical model and roles of physicians and APP's. Familiar with anatomy, pharmacology, pathophysiology, clinical medicine and physical diagnosis.
• Knowledge of indications for and proper techniques for office procedures. Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status including state of wellness, and compliance with care recommendations.
• Knowledge of diagnosing and treating medical problems and developing care plans. Skill in accurately evaluating patient problems in person or via phone and providing appropriate advice, intervention, or referral.
• Ability to make responsible decisions within scope of APP practice.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians on cases.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

This position offers:

• Competitive compensation package including sign-on bonus and relocation assistance to qualified candidates, CME expense reimbursement, and malpractice insurance.
• Benefits include Paid Time Off, CME time, retirement options with employer contributions, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, and more.

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

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 excellent restaurants and schools.

To learn more about our system, please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.

To apply for or learn more about this position, please send your CV or inquiry to Donna Lafean, MaineHealth Physician & APP Recruiter at donna.lafean@mainehealth.org.