AdventHealth Medical Group Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery at Orlando Full-Time Opportunity for an APRN or PA-C

GENERAL SUMMARY

The APRN or PA-C, under the supervision of the collaborating reconstructive surgeon, will serve as an advanced practice provider in a high-volume outpatient reconstructive surgery practice. This is a clinic-only position focused on comprehensive perioperative and longitudinal management of reconstructive surgery patients. This role does not include operating room responsibilities or aesthetic/cosmetic practice. The ideal candidate is a seasoned clinician with excellent clinical judgment, and a passion for patient-centered care, surgical optimization, surgical pain management, wound management, and team mentorship. The APP will function as a mentor to nursing staff while collaborating closely with the APP team, surgeons and interdisciplinary team members to provide high-quality, coordinated care. The successful candidate must be a collaborative team player who works well within a multidisciplinary APP and surgical team environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform comprehensive evaluations and physical examinations for reconstructive surgery patients, including new consultations, follow-up visits, pre-operative evaluations, and post-operative care Manage complex reconstructive surgery patients in the outpatient setting with emphasis on surgical optimization, recovery, and complication prevention Provide advanced wound assessment and management, including dressing changes, debridement, drain management, suture/staple removal, and management of surgical complications within scope of practice Develop and manage evidence-based perioperative and post-surgical pain management plans utilizing multimodal strategies Order, interpret, and manage appropriate diagnostic testing including laboratory studies and imaging Monitor patient progress and coordinate referrals to specialists or additional services as indicated Collaborate closely with surgeons, nursing staff, rehabilitation providers, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and excellence of care Serve as a mentor and clinical resource for nursing staff and other team members, supporting education, workflow optimization, and professional development Foster positive working relationships and effective communication within the APP team and broader multidisciplinary care team Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and patient experience initiatives within the reconstructive surgery division Maintain professionalism, clinical excellence, and ongoing professional growth Always displays a caring and professional attitude as well as maintaining personal and professional growth

SCHEDULE DETAILS

Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm out-patient Main location: AdventHealth Orlando at Innovation Tower Flexibility to attend meetings outside regular working hours

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Strong perioperative clinical expertise Advanced assessment and medical decision-making skills Experience managing complex surgical wounds and post-operative complications Knowledge of multimodal and evidence-based surgical pain management strategies Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, nursing staff, APP colleagues, and interdisciplinary teams Strong leadership, communication, mentorship, and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative APP and surgical team Commitment to patient-centered, compassionate care and clinical excellence

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies Perioperative experience preferred but not required Minimum 3-5 years of experience practicing as an APRN or

PA-C LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, REGISTRATION

Current, valid Florida PA or APRN license Current, valid DEA registration or eligibility to obtain DEA registration Certification by NCCPA, ANCC, AANP or other nationally recognized certification organization as appropriate BLS required & ACLS preferred AdventHealth Medical Group Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery at Orlando Full-Time Opportunity for an APRN or PA-C AdventHealth Medical Group Central Florida Orlando, FL 32804 Full-time Full-time

GENERAL SUMMARY

The APRN or PA-C, under the supervision of the collaborating reconstructive surgeon, will serve as an advanced practice provider in a high-volume outpatient reconstructive surgery practice. This is a clinic-only position focused on comprehensive perioperative and longitudinal management of reconstructive surgery patients. This role does not include operating room responsibilities or aesthetic/cosmetic practice. The ideal candidate is a seasoned clinician with excellent clinical judgment, and a passion for patient-centered care, surgical optimization, surgical pain management, wound management, and team mentorship. The APP will function as a mentor to nursing staff while collaborating closely with the APP team, surgeons and interdisciplinary team members to provide high-quality, coordinated care. The successful candidate must be a collaborative team player who works well within a multidisciplinary APP and surgical team environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform comprehensive evaluations and physical examinations for reconstructive surgery patients, including new consultations, follow-up visits, pre-operative evaluations, and post-operative care Manage complex reconstructive surgery patients in the outpatient setting with emphasis on surgical optimization, recovery, and complication prevention Provide advanced wound assessment and management, including dressing changes, debridement, drain management, suture/staple removal, and management of surgical complications within scope of practice Develop and manage evidence-based perioperative and post-surgical pain management plans utilizing multimodal strategies Order, interpret, and manage appropriate diagnostic testing including laboratory studies and imaging Monitor patient progress and coordinate referrals to specialists or additional services as indicated Collaborate closely with surgeons, nursing staff, rehabilitation providers, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and excellence of care Serve as a mentor and clinical resource for nursing staff and other team members, supporting education, workflow optimization, and professional development Foster positive working relationships and effective communication within the APP team and broader multidisciplinary care team Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and patient experience initiatives within the reconstructive surgery division Maintain professionalism, clinical excellence, and ongoing professional growth Always displays a caring and professional attitude as well as maintaining personal and professional growth

SCHEDULE DETAILS

Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm out-patient Main location: AdventHealth Orlando at Innovation Tower Flexibility to attend meetings outside regular working hours

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Strong perioperative clinical expertise Advanced assessment and medical decision-making skills Experience managing complex surgical wounds and post-operative complications Knowledge of multimodal and evidence-based surgical pain management strategies Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, nursing staff, APP colleagues, and interdisciplinary teams Strong leadership, communication, mentorship, and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative APP and surgical team Commitment to patient-centered, compassionate care and clinical excellence

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies Perioperative experience preferred but not required Minimum 3-5 years of experience practicing as an APRN or

PA-C LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, REGISTRATION

Current, valid Florida PA or APRN license Current, valid DEA registration or eligibility to obtain DEA registration Certification by NCCPA, ANCC, AANP or other nationally recognized certification organization as appropriate BLS required & ACLS preferred