The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for assisting the supervising physician in the medical and surgical management of patients assigned to their practice. The Nurse Practitioner will work one-on-one with an orthopaedic surgeon; time will be divided between the clinic, operating room and administrative tasks centered on patient care.

Location: Vail

Practice: Hand, Wrist, Elbow & Orthopaedic Trauma

Classification: full-time, exempt position eligible for benefits.

Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000

Start Date: summer 2024

• Collaborates with attending physician to diagnose and treat orthopaedic injuries and related illnesses in both clinical and surgical settings.
• Performs administrative tasks for the assigned practice.
• Performs procedures within the NP scope of practice as directed by the supervising physician in the clinic, OR and ER including first and second assisting responsibilities.
• Assists in preoperative evaluation and education.
• Performs initial interview and assessment of patient.
• Perform preoperative consultation/education and complete surgical procedure forms and coding; writes post-operative/post procedure notes and orders for supervising physician.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with patients, families, key decision-makers, facility and department staff, and collaborating physicians.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the physician.

• Certified Nurse Practitioner
• At least 2yrs. experience, preferred.
• Demonstrated problem solving and workflow management skills required.
• Must maintain a professional attitude towards patients and an excellent and collegial working relationship with other Steadman Clinic and hospital personnel in involved in patient care.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Excellent critical thinking skills, ability to work independently, and manage time effectively.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Company 401k Contribution
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Ski Pass Bonus
• Available parking
• Other

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal treatment of all employees without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability or other basis protected by law.