Orthopedics & Sports Physican Assistant or Nurse Practitioner- Central Vermont Medical Center

Department: CVMC - APP Specialty Care

Full Time

Standard Hours: 40

Biweekly Scheduled Hours:80

Shift: Day

Primary Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Position Summary

Central Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our collaborative orthopedic team. This role offers a mix of outpatient and inpatient care, including patient evaluations, pre- and post-operative management, and First Assist in the operating room (training provided if needed). You’ll work closely with experienced physicians in a supportive environment that values teamwork, professional growth, and work-life balance.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Relocation assistance

• Medical and dental insurance

• Professional liability coverage

• 403(b) retirement plan

• Combined Time Off (CTO)

• CME allowance

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program

• NCCPA certification (for PAs) or VT Board of Nursing licensure (for NPs)

• Vermont state license

• DEA registration

Experience

• 3–5 years of direct patient care experience required

• 1–2 years in an orthopedic setting preferred

• First Assist experience preferred (training available)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct history and physical exams

• Provide pre- and post-operative care

• Diagnose and prescribe treatment

• Develop and manage care plans in collaboration with physicians

• Utilize ancillary services as appropriate

• Serve as First Assist in the operating room

Additional Role Details

• Participation in shared on-call rotation (approximately once a month)

University of Vermont Health – Central Vermont Medical Center is a patient-focused health care provider serves more than 66,000 residents through a 122-bed community hospital, the 153-bed Woodridge Rehabilitation and Nursing facility and 25 outpatient clinics. We deliver a full spectrum of inpatient, outpatient and long-term care services.

As part of a rural academic health system, we combine the best of community-based care with medical innovation and research — to bring care as close to home as possible. We’re addressing the social drivers of health that affect access and affordability. Through our innovative workforce development programs and partnerships focused on housing, childcare and transportation, we’re advancing economic stability and helping build a healthier, more equitable future for all Vermonters.