Advanced Practice Provider Orthopedics - Total Joint

Your Role with Us:

Salem Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Total Joints team in our Orthopedics clinic. The Orthopedic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for providing medical care as stated in their Collaboration Agreement. This position will work with the healthcare team to ensure the highest quality of care for patients. The Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for providing medical and surgical services that are within their scope of practice, based on the provider's education, training, experience, and competence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works as a member of a multi-disciplinary health care team, collaborating with other members of the team to provide care to patients suffering from problems of central, peripheral and autonomous nervous system.
• Demonstrates advanced competencies and skills in assessing the physical and psychosocial status of patients and family members, plays an active role in a multi-disciplinary health care team, promotes preventive health measures, manages the acute and chronic conditions of your assigned panel of patients and those patients assigned to other team members when circumstances require it.
• Participates in the development of clinical protocols in collaboration with other clinicians.
• Participates in the improvement of clinic processes in association with the clinic management team and staff.
• Positively engages as an active provider team member to provide education to medical students as needed.
• Positively engages with the Medical Director to determine the best hours of operation that facilitate an appropriate balance between work life and home. This may include a variety of options for ensure patient coverage while maintaining positive provider engagement in the operation of the clinic.
• May participate in Lean activities to further building the effectiveness and efficiency of the clinic.

Background/Expertise:

• Current PA/NP license in good standing issued by the Oregon Medical Board (OMB).
• Hold DEA certification.
• Maintenance of American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Successful completion of the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination
• One (1) year of experience as a surgical NP or PA preferred.
• One (1) year of experience in orthopedic surgery practice preferred.
• One (1) year of experience in Orthopedics Total Joints preferred.

Total Rewards Offerings:

• Market leading base salary
• Generous hiring incentives including start bonus, education assistance and relocation.
• CME annual stipend with dedicated time off
• Paid time off
• Comprehensive benefits
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Public service loan forgiveness eligible employer

Why Salem Health and Clinics?

At Salem Health and Clinics, we take pride in our status as an award-winning, independent health care institution providing the region with its only Level II trauma center and 644 acute care beds. With multiple primary care clinics throughout the community and West Valley Hospital, a 25-bed

community hospital in Dallas, OR, we ensure comprehensive and accessible care for all. Our independence empowers us to make nimble, patient-centric decisions without external constraints, fostering an environment where our physicians can shape and elevate the quality of care we provide to our community. Recognized as a Top Workplace in Oregon and honored multiple times by the community, Salem Health fosters a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Welcome to Oregon's Willamette Valley

Offering a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness, Salem is a wonderful area to call home. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, enjoy the breathtaking scenery of lush vineyards and picturesque landscapes, creating an ideal environment for all outdoor enthusiasts. Our vibrant community fosters a welcoming atmosphere, with diverse cultural events, local festivals and a thriving arts scene, ensuring there's always something exciting to explore. Additionally, Salem's strategic location provides easy access to the culture of Portland, the stunning Oregon coast and the majestic Cascade Mountains, offering a myriad of recreational opportunities year-round.