Location: US:PA:Mechanicsburg
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Day
Hours: 40 hours per week
Minimum Hourly Rate: $56.88
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Jill R. Brubaker at [email protected] for additional information

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

We are seeking an experienced and independent Advanced Practice Provider to join our Orthopaedics team at Holy Spirit Hospital and west shore outpatient clinic. This role will provide comprehensive care to patients across a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions, including nonoperative fracture management, acute injury evaluation, general orthopaedic assessments, and postoperative care. The provider will also participate in inpatient rounding and discharge management while coordinating care across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, effective communication skills, and the ability to work autonomously while collaborating closely with orthopaedic surgeons, nursing staff, and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Experience in orthopaedic trauma, fracture care, and high-volume clinical environments is highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for an adaptable and efficient provider who is committed to delivering high-quality orthopaedic care, expanding access, and improving patient continuity and retention in the west shore region.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide comprehensive primary care to patients across the lifespan, including preventive, acute, and chronic care. Evaluate, diagnose, and treat common medical conditions within the APP's scope of practice; perform physical examinations; develop treatment plans; prescribe medications; and manage chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, asthma, and other common primary care diagnoses. Provide preventive services, health counseling, and age-appropriate screenings; order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies; and perform or assist with appropriate office-based procedures based on training and credentialing. Adapt efficiently to varying workflows, electronic medical record environments, and clinical teams while coordinating referrals and collaborating with specialists and other members of the care team. Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation. During periods when scheduled patient-care needs are limited, provide inbox management support for other family medicine practices and providers within the organization, including reviewing and appropriately addressing patient portal messages, laboratory and diagnostic results, medication refill requests, and other clinical inbox items within the APP's scope of practice, as well as assisting with results and messages requiring timely clinical follow-up. Support access, continuity, and operational efficiency across the primary care network through other appropriate clinical and administrative responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of employment
• National Certification in State of employment or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in the State of employment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

Previous experience working in multiple clinical locations or in a float/coverage role. At least 3 years of APP work experience.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.