Aprn/pa - Peds Ortho

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Assist orthopaedic spine physicians
Clinic procedures
Operating room assistance
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) to assist in pediatric orthopedic care. The role involves direct patient care, assisting in surgeries, and participating in after-hours call rotations

Job Summary

  • The APRN/PA will assist Orthopaedic Spine physicians with clinic, organizing visits and performing clinic procedures, assist in the operating room, answer pages, and round on inpatients as needed.
  • The APRN/PA will augment a physician's ability to provide medical services to patients; collect and document data, conduct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, order and schedule laboratory studies and professional consultations, and provide direct patient care services.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including health, dental, vision plans, holiday, vacation and sick leave, education discount, and retirement matching.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) to assist in pediatric orthopedic care. The role involves direct patient care, assisting in surgeries, and participating in after-hours call rotations.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • assist Orthopaedic Spine physicians
  • clinic procedures
  • operating room assistance
  • patient care services
  • after-hours call rotation

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • collaborative healthcare organization

Key Requirements

  • Master’s in Nursing
  • National Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • Certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in acute care
  • Graduate from an accredited physician assistant program
  • Current Arkansas Physician Assistant license or eligible for licensure
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

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