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Locums Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in OR#j-254036

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access_time locum tenens
place JEFFERSON, OR
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We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant specializing in Orthopedics for a locum tenens assignment. This exciting opportunity near Jefferson, Oregon, offers a chance to contribute to both inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting the orthopedic team with a combination of clinical hours and on-call duties.


Position Overview:



  • Location: Near Jefferson, Oregon

  • Role Type: Locum Tenens (with potential for permanent placement)

  • Specialty: Orthopedics (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

  • Start Date: Expected to begin in December 2024, pending credentialing

  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, with a mix of surgical and clinic responsibilities

  • Call Requirements: Approximately 8-9 call shifts per month from 5 pm to 7 pm, covering clinic calls only


Job Highlights:



  • Practice Setting: Combination of both inpatient and outpatient care; provides an excellent opportunity for varied clinical experience.

  • Duties Include:

    • Assisting in surgeries (Mondays)

    • Clinical support in orthopedic care (Tuesday through Friday)



  • Patient Volume: Expected caseload of 16-20 patients per shift

  • Call Requirements: Primarily for clinic-related calls with a 20-minute response time

  • Support Team: Access to 4 Medical Assistants and a robust support team


Requirements:



  • Oregon License is required at the time of application due to the urgent need for coverage.

  • BLS Certification required; additional certification may be an advantage.

  • Experience in Orthopedics is preferred, particularly with both clinical and surgical duties.

  • Candidates should ideally have a clean credentialing file to facilitate an expedited start.


Additional Information:



  • Credentialing: Estimated to take up to 90 days; candidates available to start in December are preferred.

  • Housing: May be arranged upon request, subject to prior approval.


Why Consider This Role?



  • Opportunity to work in a beautiful region of Oregon near Jefferson

  • Engaging combination of clinical and surgical responsibilities

  • Competitive rates with vendor-provided insurance


If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply now with reference Job ID #j-254036.