Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner (Clinic-Based, No Call)

Quick Facts

• Role: Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner (clinic-based)

• Focus: Spine/back (about two thirds of cases)

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; no call, evenings, or weekends

• Patient volume: ~20–25 patients/day

• Setting: New facility with digital X-ray, MRI, and EMR

Description

Clinic-based Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner role focused on common orthopedic and pain issues with a strong emphasis on back and spine. You will run your own clinic and see approximately 20–25 patients per day. The role includes ordering/reviewing MRI and X-ray results and providing certain injections.

Responsibilities

• Run clinics

• Perform patient evaluations and provide patient education

• Conduct consultations

• Order and review MRI and X-ray imaging

• Write treatment prescriptions (scripts)

• Provide some injections (e.g., cortisone, trigger point)

Requirements

• Experienced Nurse Practitioner

• Solid experience in spine/back care

• Ability to run an independent clinic

• Experience managing orthopedic and pain conditions