What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Huntsville Hospital Health System?
Overview
The Orthopaedic Center, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Nurse Practitioner to work directly with one of TOC's established, board-certified orthopedic sports surgeon. This is an office and surgical-based position with a typical five-day work week, working in our Huntsville, Madison, and Decatur office locations on a rotational basis. Minimal call duties and weekend obligations. Candidate must be licensed to practice in Alabama. The Nurse Practioner's duties will include, but are not limited to, diagnosing and managing acute and chronic sports and activity-related injuries, focusing on shoulders, elbows and knees. Running concurrent and independent clinics, referring for diagnostic treatments/test, ordering and reviewing lab results, evaluating X-Ray, CT scan, and MRI results. Providing clear, concise, and accurate information in the EMR. Assisting in surgery.
Qualifications
Education required: HS/GED.
License: Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner with First Assist, licensed to practice in Alabama.
Additional Skills:
- Highly self-motivated and driven with a strong work ethic
- Able to work independently
- Confident in making clinical decisions and managing patient care
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with the orthopedic surgeon and healthcare team
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities
- Experience or interest in sports medicine and orthopaedics is a plus but not mandatory
- Desire for continued learning
- Compassionate and patient-centered with good interpersonal skills
About Us
At The Orthopaedic Center, we are proud to be the region’s leading orthopaedic group, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. As our team continues to grow, we are seeking motivated professionals who are passionate about excellence, collaboration, and making a difference in the lives of our patients. Join our dynamic and expanding organization and become part of a team committed to outstanding orthopaedic care.