SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Orthopedics Department, the Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for providing care related to spinal conditions, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works primarily with an experienced orthopedic spine surgeon, and closely with other physicians and clinicians in a team approach to patient care. Participates in a collaborative environment that promotes open communication, trust, accountability and mutual respect. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

NURSE PRACTITIONER or

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE

• Board certification Master's or Doctoral degree from accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant/Associate program
• Active Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant/Associate Tennessee license
• Proficiency with assisting surgical procedures (First Assist certified if necessary)
• Ability to perform spine and orthopedic assessments independently
• Competence in interpreting diagnostic tests related to spine and orthopedic conditions
• Experience in patient management and care coordination
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with ADA regulations. DMA is an

Equal Opportunity Employer NOTE:

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FLSA:

EXEMPT PERFORM DEPARTMENT DUTIES IN A TIMELY AND EFFICIENT MANNER. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Duties include the following, but are not limited to) First assistant directly for surgical procedures, including operating room set up, patient positioning, assisting for microscopic and other surgical techniques, and closure of surgical incisions independently Rounding responsibilities for post-operative patients and new surgical consultations Perform comprehensive assessments of patients with spinal and other musculoskeletal conditions Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with orthopedic spine surgeon Provide pre-operative and post-operative care and education to patients Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT and MRI scans Prescribe medications and other therapies as necessary Perform minor in office procedures, including staple/suture removal and injections

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person