Pediatric Ortho APP – Dr. Emily Dodwell

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HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Regular Full time

Work Shift

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $162,905.18 - $179,892.68. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

JOB SUMMARY:

The Pediatric or Family Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant is a Board-Certified advanced practitioner who is trained to provide care, coordination, and management of the pediatric orthopedic patient in the outpatient, peri-operative, and intra-operative settings. The NP/PA will work in primary 1:1 model in collaboration with orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Emily Dodwell, to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients in the ambulatory setting and to provide support in the surgical setting as needed. The NP/PA will practice both autonomously and in concert with other medical professionals to screen and optimize the care for patients who are seeking both surgical and non-surgical orthopedic care. Surgical skills to assist in the operating room is welcome but not required. The NP/PA will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to manage conditions ranging in complexity. The NP/PA will have prescriptive privileges for both medicinal and therapeutic age-related modalities. The NP/PA will also serve as a resource, mentor, and educator for the pediatric patient, their family and other healthcare members. The NP/PA may also be expected to provide cross coverage for pediatric attendings, participate in departmental development, or research activities conducted in collaboration with other pediatric health care team members as needed.

Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) NPs/PAs are committed to personalized, high-quality healthcare and are held to the same legal and ethical standards of care as physicians and surgeons.

Nurse Practitioner:

Obtains/Maintains NP licenses in New York

PNP or FNP, pediatric experience preferred

Obtains/Maintains board certification as a NP in specialty area of practice

BLS, PALS, ACLS via American Heart Association

DEA certification

RNFA, preferred

Physician Assistant:

Obtains/Maintains PA license in New York

Obtains/Maintains current NCCPA certification

BLS, PALS, ACLS via American Heart Association

DEA certification

Both:

Utilizes evidence-based practice

Committed to best practices; maintains clinical competency

Promotes quality healthcare; seeks to improve and impact clinical outcomes

Engaged in self –directed continued learning and professional development

Leads and participates in both professional and lay healthcare forums, conducts research, and applies findings to clinical practice

EDUCATION

Degree/Diploma Obtained and Program of Study

NP

Masters Nursing, Doctorate preferred

PA

Bachelors Physician Assistant Studies

Masters Physician Assistant Studies

Educational Requirements

NP

Demonstrates commitment to professional growth & development in medical and nursing practice. Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in nursing; academic training as nurse practitioner.

PA

Graduate of CAAHEP accredited Physician Assistant Training Program.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE - Required

Title State

NP

Nurse Practitioner (NP), License, NY

Nurse Practitioner, Board Certification, National

PA

Physician Assistant License, NY

NCCPA, Board Certification, national

Certification/Licensure Requirements

NP

National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) from an agency accredited by the American Board of Nursing Specialties (ABNS) (e.g. ANCC, AANP, PNCB).

PA

Current NCCPA Certificate - 100 hours of continuing medical education must be logged every 2 years. Recertification Examination must be taken every 6-10 years and passed successfully. Current New York State registration. Infection Control Certificate must be current. Must have taken child abuse recognition course.

SKILLS – Required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong customer service orientation.

Critical thinking, in-depth experience, professional knowledge in area of specialty; updated on the latest new trends, and treatments.

Time management/organization: handles and effectively manages a daily caseload; experience with varied work schedule (flexibility); adaptable.

Collaboration and teamwork: collaborates with clinical colleagues (MDs, PAs, NPs, RNs) for advisement when necessary; develops and coordinates appropriate plan of care.

Interpersonal: confident, works well under pressure, responsible, caring, sympathetic and compassionate.

Maintains proper patient records.

Performs complete and accurate history and physical exams.

Considers needs and behaviors of the pediatric patient age group and their caregivers.

Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging studies appropriately and consults with MDs as necessary.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight

Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20 to 50 lbs).

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor area with frequent exposure

Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians.

HAZARDS

OSHA Category 1

Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.

OFFICE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Demonstrates Clinical Proficiency – Possesses a basic understanding of anatomy, physiology and disease process related to orthopedic injury.

Demonstrates Clinical Proficiency – Performs a directed comprehensive history and physical examination.

Demonstrates Clinical Proficiency – Develops a differential diagnosis, and treatment plan appropriate to the patient injury and clinical presentation.

Demonstrates Clinical Proficiency – Orders studies to ensure a comprehensive and appropriate workup for the involved patient’s injury or disease.

Demonstrates Clinical Proficiency – Uses sound judgment when acting independently or escalating more complex issues to the Attending physician.

Demonstrates Clinical Proficiency – Identifies, responds to and triages emergent issues, escalates appropriately and ensures follow-up.

Demonstrates Clinical Proficiency – Performs outpatient procedures including but not limited to intra-articular injections and aspirations consistent with their DOP at the direction of the Supervising MD.

GENERAL CLINICIAN ACCOUNTABILITIES

Maintains Documentation & Manages Information – Prepares written or electronic documentation

Provides co