Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) Orthopedics & Orthopedic Trauma UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/PA or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner/CRNP) to join our Orthopedics and Orthopedic Trauma team. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered care across clinic, surgical, and inpatient settings while working in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment. In this role, you'll make a meaningful impact supporting patients through the full continuum of orthopedic care-from evaluation and surgical intervention to recovery. Schedule & Work-Life Balance + Four 10-hour days per week + 3-4 days of call per month + Balanced schedule across clinic, OR, and inpatient care + 1-2 days in outpatient clinic + 1-2 days in the operating room + Daily inpatient rounding on post-operative patients Compensation & Incentives + Competitive salary + Sign-on bonus available + Annual quality incentive opportunity +
CME:
5 days and $2,000 annually + Robust retirement & benefits package Why Join Us? + Practice across clinic, operating room, and inpatient settings + Work within a large, highly supportive team of APPs and providers + APPs practice at the top of their scope and are highly valued contributors + Collaborative environment that promotes teamwork, growth, and shared success + Gain experience in both general orthopedics and orthopedic trauma care + This is an excellent opportunity for providers seeking a dynamic, hands-on role with a strong surgical component and a team-oriented culture. What You'll Do + Provide comprehensive orthopedic care across outpatient, inpatient, and surgical settings + Evaluate, diagnose, and manage musculoskeletal conditions and injuries + Assist in the operating room and support perioperative care + Conduct inpatient rounding and manage post-operative patients + Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons and interdisciplinary teams + Educate patients on treatment plans, recovery, and injury prevention + Knowledge of growth and development principles + Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care across the lifespan + Ability to assess patient data and deliver care per departmental policies + Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment + Physical stamina and dexterity required for direct patient care + Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, where applicable.
Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances:
+ Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) + Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program + BSN required; MSN preferred + Pennsylvania RN license and CRNP certification + National certification and eligibility for licensure and CRNP certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } + Physician Assistant (PA) + Graduation from an ARC‑PA-accredited Physician Assistant program + Bachelor's or master's degree preferred + Pennsylvania PA license and NCCPA certification + Required for All APP Candidates + CPR certification required within 30 days of hire + Successful completion of Pennsylvania clearances: + Act 33 + Act 34 + Act 73 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran