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JOB DESCRIPTION:

• In this role, provides oversight and leadership for three or more APP's.

• Provides technical expertise for all Affiliate providers in the daily management of medical services to patients.

• Recruits and hires staff, establishes work schedules, supervises staff performance, participates in performance evaluations, and determines and disseminates quality activities and design for assigned staff.

• Supervises educational activities for the unit, such as training residents, medical students and new NP/PA graduates.

• Recognized as a proficient, highly skilled clinician who assists physician colleagues in providing care and case management of patients.

• Routinely demonstrates acquired in-depth knowledge about the care of a specific patient population in daily practice.

• Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients.

• Documents the delivery of care in the individual's medical records.

• Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories, psychosocial histories, health status and medical problems or potential problems.

• Under the direction of a physician, performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes.

• Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment.

• Orders, schedules and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and x-rays.

• Communicates necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patient.

• In collaboration with physician, arranges for consultations with or referrals to other medical professional or community services.

• Educates patient on health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, need for follow-up assessments/treatments, at home medical care, medication and other issues related to medical or health problems.

• Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.

• Attends educational in-services as appropriate.

• Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.

• Maintains and updates current, accurate patient records including medical assessment, interventions, and evaluations.

• Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate care patient care plans.

• Prepares statistical reports and analyses of research projects and investigational protocols; reports on progress, adverse trends and appropriate conclusions and recommendations.

• Trains and teaches other health care professionals including students and residents in techniques and procedures unique to specific setting.

• Actively participates on organizational health services committees. Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Provides oversight and leadership for all orthopaedic outpatient APPs.

• Provides technical expertise for all providers in the daily management of orthopaedic patients.

• Directly involved in the recruitment, decision making and hiring of new FTEs

• Collaborate with chief APP on FTE deployment and clinic schedules

• Supervises APP performance and communicates observations to chief of service and chief APP

• Participates in performance evaluations,

• Supervises educational activities for the APPs, such as resident and APP on-boarding

• Works with business manager to formulate plans for professional development, budget asks and additional resources.

• Attends educational in-services as appropriate

• Works directly with clinic medical director and orthopaedic executive director to streamline clinic processes, throughput and patient care

• Primary Lead APP for our current and incoming outpatient APPs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.

• Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body, or Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

• Licensed as appropriate in the state of Georgia.

• May require at least one year of direct experience in one or more high acuity clinical specialties.

• Minimum of two years of experience as an APP.

• Leadership experience preferred.

• BLS, ACLS, and Healthcare Provider certifications required.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture

Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.

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Job Number 126708

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Division School Of Medicine

Department SOM: Orthopaedics: Admin

This position may involve the following Health and Safety issues: Position involves clinical patient contact., Working with human blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials.

Job Category Advanced Practice Providers

Campus Location (For Posting) : City Atlanta

Location : Name Grady Hospital