Orthopedics, UVMMC - Inpatient NP or PA

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Physician assistant (PA) or nurse practitioner(NP) that, in their primary role, provides comprehensive orthopedics care to patients in various states of health or illness admitted to the adult reconstructive surgery service, in collaboration with and using guidelines agreed upon with orthopedics physicians.

EDUCATION:

For PA: Successful completion of educational program recognized by the national Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, certification as a Vermont Physician Assistant through completion of Board approved apprenticeship and evaluation or graduation from the board-approved PA program. Must have PA and Bachelor's Degree. Successful completion of a CAAHEP approved PA educational program. NCCPA certification is expected. Must hold certification from the Vermont Board of Medical Practice as a PA. Must have a bachelor's degree, master degree preferred.

For NP: Registered nurse who has successfully completed formal education program approved by the Vermont Board of Nursing, or state or national accrediting agency which prepares nurses to function in advanced nursing practice.Must also be certified by national certifying agency recognized by the Vermont State Board of Nursing.

EXPERIENCE:

Previous experience as a physician assistant or nurse practitioner desired.