General Inpatient Orthopedic Surgery ACNP/PA at MedStar Washington Hospital Center

General Inpatient Orthopaedic Surgery APP Opportunity
Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
MedStar Washington Hospital Center - Washington, D.C.

MedStar Medical Group invites an experienced Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our growing Orthopaedic Surgery team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, one of the most respected referral centers for complex orthopaedic cases in the region.

Why Join Us?

As a member of our inpatient ortho team, you'll work alongside fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeons, 6 experienced APPs, and 9 attending physicians in a collaborative environment that values clinical excellence and professional growth. You'll be managing a diverse and complex patient population in the heart of the nation's capital-and be part of a health system that encourages your input and expertise.

Your Role:

• Provide inpatient clinical care for post-operative orthopaedic surgery patients

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams and support resident learners

• Participate in daily patient management, care coordination, and discharge planning

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts, 40 hours/week (no nights, weekends, or holidays at this time-subject to change)

Who We're Looking For:

• Experienced Orthopaedic APPs only - new graduates will not be considered

• Must be a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

  • FNPs are not eligible due to inpatient care responsibilities

• Confident in managing post-surgical ortho patients in an inpatient setting

• Collaborative and eager to work as part of a high-performing team

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

• Paid malpractice insurance

• Generous PTO

• Annual CME allowance + dedicated CME leave

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited PA program or Acute Care NP program

• Current licensure in the District of Columbia (or ability to obtain)

• Strong communication and clinical decision-making skills

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This position has a hiring range of $115,000 - $143,619