APRN/PA - Orthopedic Residency

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Closing Date: 10/06/2026 Type of Position:

Job Type: Regular Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available:

No Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.   UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks ( available for benefits eligible positions only ): • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 • Career Training and Educational Opportunities • Merchant Discounts • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Summary of Job Duties: The Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant rotates with attending physicians in the OR clinic and rotates through all the orthopedic subspecialties. They will assist the surgeon with clinic, organize visits, and perform clinic procedures; assist in the operating room; answer pages; and round on post-operative patients on a daily and PRN basis. The APRN/PA will be responsible for managing postoperative outpatient care, answering telephone inquiries, and filling prescriptions. APRN/PA must have a high level of expertise to perform assessments/diagnosis/treatment of actual/potential problems of patients. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: APRN: • Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with a Master's in Nursing

• Valid Licenses as a Registered Nurse and APRN by the State of Arkansas

PA: • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

• Valid license as a PA by the State of Arkansas​

PLUS: • Must be able to operate all typical nursing equipment essential to performing the job (i.e., scales, procedure equipment, needles, blood pressure equipment, and EKG machines).

• Must have normal communication and sensory requirements.

• Ability to comply with CDC Universal Precautions when indicated.

Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in a surgical setting

• Prescriptive authority and a DEA license must be obtained after hire.

Additional Information: Responsibilities: • Extend the patient care and administrative services of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences physicians.

• Work autonomously, as well as, in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patients' health care problems; and will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.

• Coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, assuring that care is timely and appropriate.

• Other duties may be assigned to this position.

Physical Demands: Frequently: Seeing, Hearing Constantly: Standing, Walking Occasionally: Bending Lift weight: 100lbs Lifting to the waist, chest, and above the head

Salary Information: Commensurate with Education and Experience Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu  for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site  https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS   Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall

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