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Orthopedic Surgery - Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (contingent) - Henry

Henry Ford Health, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228

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Orthopedic Surgery - Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (contingent) - Henry Ford St. John Hospital Location:

Henry Ford St. John Hospital, Department of Surgery - Orthopedics

Department:

Orthopedics

Reports To:

Supervising Orthopedic Surgeon

Inpatient/Outpatient:

100% inpatient

Case Load:

98% Adult, some young adult with ortho-trauma

Position Overview Join our exceptional team of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) and attending physicians at Henry Ford St. John Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center. We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) for a contingent, inpatient-only orthopedic surgery position. The role offers 10‑hour shifts in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with exposure to a wide range of orthopedic cases. Responsibilities include inpatient rounding, postoperative care, and working closely with APPs and attending physicians to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centered care.

Schedule & Requirements

Schedule:

10‑hour day shifts, variable days; contingent period includes every 4th weekend.

Weekend requirement:

Yes, every 4th weekend.

Call requirement:

No call requirement.

OR Time:

None.

General Summary of Duties As the first‑line provider, the NP/PA will assess, diagnose, treat, educate, and coordinate care for patients in a multidisciplinary setting. Work will involve collaboration with attending physicians, consultants, nurses, and other team members to achieve safe and efficient patient outcomes.

Qualifications

NP: Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner training program (CCNE or NLNAC).

PA: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant training program (ARC‑PA).

State certification: NP must be certified by a state‑recognized body; PA must hold NCCPA certification.

Current Michigan licensure for NP or PA (or processing application).

National certification: ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA.

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

DEA/CSL certification required through credentialing.

Experience

Minimum 1 year of APP experience, preferably in orthopedics.

EPIC EMR experience is preferred.

Skills

Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment.

Commitment to patient‑centered care and continuous professional development.

Conditions of Employment

All providers must complete a health screen per Henry Ford Health System policy. Henry Ford Health promotes a smoke‑free environment for employees, patients, and visitors in accordance with applicable state law.

Successful credentialing and privileging are required; the offer is contingent upon completion of this process.

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