Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Day
Hours: M-F 8am to 5pm
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Jill R. Brubaker at
[email protected] for additional information
SUMMARY OF POSITION:We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Orthopaedic Advanced Practice Provider to join our Orthopaedic department, primarily supporting our Orthopaedic Trauma division. The outpatient Trauma APP will provide post-operative and post-discharge follow-up care, manage fracture care and follow-up treatment plans, and conduct independent outpatient clinics while supporting Trauma surgeons. Responsibilities also include providing comprehensive patient and family education, particularly for trauma patients who may experience significant psychosocial and recovery challenges; performing wound assessments and managing wound care; providing Ilizarov frame management and pin-site care; and supporting care coordination, return-to-work planning, and longitudinal trauma recovery management. There is no OR work with this position.
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
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.
Union: Non Bargained
