The Orthopedic Surgical APP Clinical Manager is responsible for the strategic oversight, clinical coordination, and operational management of the Orthopedic Surgical APP Department. This position involves managing clinical performance, ensuring high-quality patient care, and fostering professional development within the Orthopedic Surgical APP service in coordination with the Director of APP Services and UCM leadership.

The Orthopedic Surgical Clinical Manager will also be an active member of the UCM Orthopedic Surgical APP team by providing comprehensive clinical care to patients admitted to the orthopedic service or require an orthopedic consultation.

Responsibilities:

1. Clinical Oversight

• Supervise and support the UCM Orthopedic Surgical APP team's clinical performance in inpatient and operative settings.
• Ensure adherence to the Department of Orthopedics clinical protocols and best practices and UUH policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and discuss performance with the Director of APP Services.

1. Operational Management

• Collaborate with UCM leadership to implement policies and procedures.
• Manage Orthopedic Surgical APP scheduling, staffing and resource allocation to ensure adequate APP coverage based on the operational staffing needs of the service.

1. Professional Development

• Facilitate ongoing education and training for Orthopedic Surgical APP team to enhance clinical skills and knowledge base.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the Orthopedic Surgical APP team.
• Mentor and provide professional development support to the Orthopedic Surgical Advanced Practice Provider (APP) team, fostering their clinical growth and career advancement.

1. Collaboration / Communication

• Assists in fostering a strong working relationship with the entire healthcare team to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Works in collaboration with the UCM leadership team in leading and directing strategic vision and implementation plan for short-term and long-term growth across the Orthopedic Surgical APP service.
• Assist in the resolution of any conflicts or issues that arise within the Orthopedic Surgical APP team and elevate to the Director of APP service as needed.

Qualifications:

• This full-time position is ideal for a highly motivated and interested PA or NP who looking for a leadership opportunity while still maintaining clinical time.
• Orthopedic surgery experience required.
• Proven experience in a leadership or management role, preferably within a hospital setting.
• NYS license.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse hospital teams and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• ACLS & BLS required.
• Current CPR.
• NCCPA Certification or NP ANCC with first assist certification.

Benefits:

Joining this team provides a strong work-life balance and excellent benefit package.

The work schedule for this position is three (3) 12-hour shifts per week which includes weekend, night and holiday coverage.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary based on experience with a signing bonus and annual increases
• 401(k) with employer match and no vesting period
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Competitive Paid Time Off program with annual longevity increases after two (2) years
• Annual CME Allowance
• Malpractice paid in full
• NYS License & DEA reimbursement reimbursed in full