Orthopaedic Trauma

Job Requirements

Step into one of the most dynamic and high-acuity trauma environments in the country. The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Orthopaedic Trauma team.

This is an opportunity to practice at the forefront of trauma care—supporting patients from the moment of admission through recovery and discharge. As part of a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team, you will play a critical role in delivering exceptional, life-changing care to patients with complex orthopaedic injuries from across Maryland and beyond.

In this role, you’ll work side-by-side with leading trauma and orthopaedic specialists in an environment where every day brings meaningful impact, clinical challenge, and professional growth.

Primary?Responsibilities:

• Interview patients for health history and perform physical examination
• Order and evaluate appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests
• Document H & P, progress notes, and treatment plans
• Act as liaison between patients and physicians to coordinate recommended?patient care as well as?pre- and post-operative care.
• Caring for patients in both the clinic and hospital setting.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement meetings 

Work Experience

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license for the State of Maryland

Benefits

At the University of Maryland Medical Center, we are committed to supporting our team members both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to promote well-being, career growth, and financial security.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
• Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and sick leave
• Retirement savings plans with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and continuing education support
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities across the University of Maryland Medical System
• Employee wellness programs and mental health resources
• Life, disability, and supplemental insurance options
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Access to discounted services, programs, and community resources
• Review the 2026-2027 UMMS Benefits Guide.pdf

We believe in investing in our people so they can thrive—at work, at home, and in their communities.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.  We do not accept inquiries or solicitations from 3rd party recruiters/search firms.

University of Maryland Medical Center is the Medical System's flagship academic medical center. The hospital provides comprehensive care for the West Baltimore community and tertiary care for Maryland and the surrounding areas.

Key services include:

• R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
• UM Golisano Children's Hospital
• UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
• Transplant
• Heart and Vascular
• Neurosciences and Stroke
• Time-Sensitive Critical Care
• Women's Health

UMMC’s downtown and midtown campuses together provide more than $318 million a year in services that benefit our community.

The food pantries supported more than 350 families by providing free, healthy food to patients who are food insecure. The mobile market provides access to low cost produce to employees and the community.

The diabetes prevention program screens at risk individuals and refers to diabetes and prevention programs. Community based blood pressure hubs screen for hypertension and provide on-going follow up.

In 2024, more than 250 West Baltimore residents were hired through UMMC’s Career Academy and nearly 100 students from city schools participated in training programs.