University of Rochester·City of Rochester, New York
The APP will work collaboratively with the orthopedic trauma service to provide high-quality care to patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Responsibilities include triaging patients, coordinating care, and participating in the education of students and new employees.
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Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Time Type: Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Department: 500801 Ortho APP-SMH
UR - Rotating (United States of America)
Range: UR URCD 218
$98,508.00 - $132,995.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities: FNP or PA
FT position available, primarily days. Weekends and evenings as required.
Work collaboratively with busy orthopedic trauma service and all members of the health care team to provide high quality care to Orthopaedic Trauma patients.
Function independently and with supervision in the outpatient setting to triage and coordinate the care of orthopedic trauma patients.
Prior APP experience or orthopedic experience preferred.
Strong communication and clinical skills required.
Must be eligible for billing.
Require a Master's degree as a Nurse Practitioner, an active New York State Registered Nurse license in good standing, an active New York State Nurse Practitioner licensure in good standing and current national certification as an Nurse Practitioner.
Required completion of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program, an active New York State Physician Assistant licensure in good standing and current national certification as a Physician Assistant by NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants)
NPs and PAs will demonstrate clinical competence, superior verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal effectiveness and customer relation skills, computer competence and must have an active desire to learn. The APP will participate in the education of learners (students and new employees), using clinical learning experiences, knowledge sharing and skill training.
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree as a Nurse Practitioner or have completed an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program. Current New York State licensure and national certification are required for both roles.
Market context
Orthopedic Department and trauma division openings in New York often reflect steady demand in hospitals and high-acuity specialty practices, especially for advanced practice clinicians who can support urgent musculoskeletal care. These roles are competitive because employers usually want a master’s-prepared Nurse Practitioner or ARC-PA–trained Physician Assistant with current New York licensure and national certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your trauma or orthopedics experience aligns before applying.