Orthopedic Surgery APP - Total Joints (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

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Job Summary

The Department of Orthopedics at Denver Health has an opportunity for an APP on our Total Joint team (hip and knee clinic). The position offers a 4 day/week schedule with Monday/Friday in hip and knee clinic and Wednesday/Thursday in OR for total hip and total knee replacements.

Under general supervision, works with physician, clinical, and leadership staff to provide specialty care to patients. Examines and diagnoses patients and develops treatment plans. As appropriate for clinical setting provides treatment for orthopedic related injuries, emergencies, follow up, screening and testing. Performs diagnostic testing, referral as needed, writes prescriptions, and performs procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols and available equipment. They also ensure an environment of safe quality care and continual quality improvement. Demonstrates sound clinical judgment, professional communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and is responsible for professional growth through participation in continuing education, staff development, and committee involvement.

Essential Functions:

• Monitors and evaluates the medical condition of patients in collaboration with the physician and with other disciplines to meet standards of care or by applying appropriate protocols, and makes decisions regarding treatment. Refers patient to other services as appropriate. (10%)
• Determines and assesses the health status of patients by reviewing records, taking comprehensive medical histories, and performing physical examinations. (10%)
• Orders and administers appropriate medications within the limits of the appropriate statutory restrictions. (10%)
• Initiates, performs or directs other healthcare professionals to perform screenings and diagnostic tests. (10%)
• Completes required documentation legibly, thoroughly, and in a timely manner. Prepares and maintains complete and accurate charts, case files and records (10%)
• Precepts APP students by following Denver Health guidelines for trainees. (10%)
• Maintains and enhances professional growth and development. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable current medical literature. (10%)
• Attends and participates in staff meetings. (10%)
• Participates in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by the supervising medical staff. (10%)
• Involvement in clinical coordination, quality, and process improvement efforts which may encompass protocol development, strategic planning, and other administrative tasks as necessary to support practice environment. (10%)

Education:

• Master's Degree Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years Relevant experience preferred.

Licenses:

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and
• APN - Advanced Nurse Practitioner - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required or
• PA-Physician Assistant - State Medical Board Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of medical and nursing principals, procedures, and community resources.
• Skill in eliciting history from patients, performing physical exams and formulating assessments of and treatment plans for patients.
• Demonstrates strong surgical assist skills within scope of practice.
• Ordering appropriate diagnostic studies to aid in diagnosis.
• Knowledge of appropriate administration and prescription of medications.
• Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in selecting proper treatment.
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other departments and the public.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent work with minimal supervision.
• Strong knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation. Epic preferred.
• Microsoft Office products.

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Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.