Ortho Hand and Upper Extremity Nurse Practitioner - UNC Health Cary Ortho

Description

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UNC Health Cary Ortho is looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic orthopedic team. This position will work alongside a hand and upper extremity surgeon. The role will primarily involve clinic-based responsibilities with opportunities for hybrid scheduling. 

Schedule & Flexibility: 

• Current schedule is 4 days/week, with options for 4 or 5 days/week based on candidate preference 

• Hybrid scheduling available, such as 4 days in clinic and 1 day in urgent care 

Candidate Background Preferences: 

• Recent training or experience in orthopedics is preferred 

• Open to new graduates 

• Seeking candidates genuinely interested in orthopedics 

Call Responsibilities: 

• Shared call within the practice 

• Nurse Practitioner provides backup call when the physician is on ER call. 

• No primary call responsibilities, but option to take primary call can be discussed. 

Ideal Candidate: 

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program 

• Valid NP Licensure in North Carolina (or the ability to obtain) 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with autonomy 

For more information, please contact Laura Oakes at laura.oakes@unchealth.unc.edu. 

Other Information

Other information:
Education Requirements:
● Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider (i.e., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant) in the state of North Carolina.
● Board certification if required by the Department. DEA.
Professional Experience Requirements:
● No prior experience required.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
● Demonstrated clinical competency.
● Effective leadership skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
● Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
● Demonstrated written and verbal communication and strong analytical skills.
● Effective interaction to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
● Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.

Job Details

Legal Employer: GP2

Entity: UNC Physician Group Practices

Organization Unit: CO Admin

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Cary

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

This position is employed by UNC Physicians Group Practices II, LLC, a private, for-profit subsidiary of UNC Health Care System.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

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