About WakeMed:
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE

Position Information:
The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner under the supervision and direction of the Director of Orthopaedics and other attending physicians provides pre and post-operative care fracture care post trauma care and general musculoskeletal care in the Orthopaedic inpatient and outpatient. Functions as an educator for students and residents from healthcare education programs.  The APP is a team player and works well alongside all consulting disciplines to deliver competent medical care within the scope of their practice.  APP is responsible for maintaining the scope of practice agreed upon in the collaborative practice agreement as well as policies and procedures and regulatory guidelines set forth by the NC medical board and any other state and federal regulatory agencies.  Understands the needs of the organization and supports the mission values and management of WakeMed.

Experience Requirements:
2 Years Clinical - Orthopaedics Required - And Clinical - Ambulatory Care Preferred

Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree Physician Assistant - And Master's Degree Physician Assistant Preferred; achelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree Nursing Required

Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner And Board Certification in Area of Practice Required

Hours of Work:
40 hours

Weekend Requirements:
As Needed

Call Requirements:
yes