Full time, Full Time
UVA Health System
Charlottesville, VA
UOVUNIUSR0070989EXTERNALENUS
Full time Inpatient Orthopedic Surgery APP, responsible for the management of Ortho Joint, Ortho Trauma, Ortho Spine and Ortho Hand patients, on an acute care unit. Should have exceptional communication skills and work well with other APP's on the team to coordinate care, facilitate admissions and discharges and ensure excellent communication across the healthcare spectrum (inpatient, outpatient and rehab or nursing facilities, included). Provides patient care services as part of a healthcare team, including nursing, case management, residents, fellows and surgeons. Responsible for assessment, diagnosis and implementation of treatment plans. Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests. Consults with other members of the healthcare team when appropriate. Instructs patients and family members regarding treatment. Clinical: • Independently and in collaboration with physician(s) and interdisciplinary team members, provides comprehensive...