Orthopedic Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants

Overview

At Essen Health Care, we care for that! 

As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program. 

Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!

Job Summary

Essen is currently seeking Orthopedic Physician Assistants and Orthopedic Nurse Practitioners. Our dedicated and compassionate team of professionals come from culturally diverse backgrounds, and they share the common vision of providing our outpatient population with the best primary and preventative health care available.

J1 Waiver and CONRAD 30 Waiver Candidates Welcome!!!

Responsibilities

•Assess and diagnose fractures using clinical evaluation and imaging studies

•Administer non-surgical fracture reductions

•Monitor and manage the healing process, adjusting treatment plans as needed

•Perform joint aspirations to diagnose conditions such as joint effusions or infections

•Administer intra-articular injections for pain relief and inflammation reduction using ultrasound

•Apply casts, splints, or orthopedic bracing to stabilize and immobilize various musculoskeletal conditions

•Ensure proper alignment and immobilization of injured body parts

•Review and interpret X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, and other imaging studies

•Collaborate with radiologists and orthopedic surgeons to develop accurate diagnoses and treatment

•Collaborate with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and rehabilitation

•Ability to provide quality care in both clinic and telehealth and meet patient volume goals targeted for tele and in patient as determined

Qualifications

•6 months of outpatient experience as an Orthopedic Provider

(Family Nurse Practitioner/FNP/APRN/Physician Assistant/PA)

•6 months of experience with bracing, casting, splinting, and injections

Education Requirements:

Masters Degree preferred

NY State NP License

License Requirements: Drug Enforcement Administration

Salary: $130,000-$145,000

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.