Orthopedics Nurse Practitioner

At Barbour Orthopaedics and Spine, our innovative and well-respected team of medical professionals are part of a rapidly growing private practice. We have six practice locations throughout the Atlanta metro area, including a cutting-edge surgical facility in Chamblee. We are one of the few Georgia practices to offer both a stand-up MRI and an open MRI. In addition, we have state of the art diagnostics tools including digital X-ray, ultrasound, CT scan, and hyperbaric chambers.

Duties :

• Obtain patient s history and conduct thorough physical exams in an orthopaedic setting.
• Document thorough and accurate notes in the patient s chart within a timely manner
• Develop a comprehensive treatment plan to address all the patient s concerns and involve physicians when necessary.
• Order and review imaging such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans
• Order and review EKGs and labs as needed to ensure patients are cleared for surgery
• Perform specific procedures in house such as joint injections, dressing changes, casting, splinting, and suture / staple removal.
• Provide care according to Physician's instructions and in accordance with standard practices and procedures.
• Dispense / prescribe medication as needed and ordered by Physicians.
• Dispense / order DME as needed and ordered by Physicians.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of the patient s visits with a clear diagnosis and treatment plan.
• Educate patients on their diagnosis and treatment plan to ensure understanding.
• Review recommended surgeries with patients to ensure understanding and obtain consent for recommended procedures.
• Responsible for taking either surgical or office calls on a set rotation.
• If you take surgical calls, it may require going to the hospital to follow up on patients either after surgery or when on call at a given hospital
• Must be reachable by phone during the entirety of your time on call
• Scrub into the OR and function as a first assist as needed
• Set up patients for surgery including prepping area, draping with sterile drapes, etc.
• Assist with wound closures / applying post-operative dressing.
• Make sure post-operative orders are entered in a timely manner.
• Complete medical narratives as requested within a timely manner.
• Always maintain professional appearance and personal conduct
• Maintain a clean and professional workspace.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, coworkers, and management.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Job Requirements :

Our mission is simple, to maintain an unwavering commitment to providing safe and effective treatments with a friendly, supportive attitude. Results and Patient Experience are our Top Priority.

Incentive / Benefits Package :