Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (Ortho - Shoulder / Elbow) - Sun City, AZ

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (Ortho – Shoulder / Elbow)

Location: Sun City, AZ

Hours & Schedule: Mon – Fri (0800–1700)

Work Environment: Clinic Outpatient

Travel Required: No Travel

Salary / Hourly Rate: $130k – $160k / year

Bonus Offered: RVU Bonus (All APPs currently earning bonus)

Benefits Offered: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off and separate sick leave, CME reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage

Sign On Bonus / Relocation Offer: No Sign On / Relo

On Call Required: Limited Call

Why work with us:

We offer a collaborative, high-performing orthopedic clinic environment with a strong focus on patient outcomes and staff support. Our team values communication, shared learning, and clinical excellence. Join a group that takes pride in mentorship and continued development.

What our ideal new team member looks like:

You are a motivated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who brings orthopedic experience, especially in shoulder and elbow care. You're adaptable, proactive, and value both autonomy and team collaboration. A desire to grow in a focused orthopedic specialty is a must.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our outpatient orthopedic team specializing in shoulder and elbow care. This role involves evaluating and treating patients with a range of upper extremity conditions, participating in post-op management, and contributing to the success of our dynamic practice.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and manage patients with shoulder and elbow orthopedic conditions
• Perform comprehensive history and physical exams, order diagnostic studies, and formulate treatment plans
• Support pre- and post-operative care and clinical follow-ups
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment options, surgical outcomes, and rehabilitation expectations
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons and the clinical team to ensure continuity of care
• Accurately document all patient encounters in the electronic medical record
• Participate in limited on-call coverage as needed
• Assist in clinic efficiency and workflow improvement efforts

Prerequisites / License & Certification Requirements:

• Completion of a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program in the U.S. (not Puerto Rico)
• Active and unrestricted Arizona license (or eligibility)
• Board certification as NP or PA
• 1–2 years of experience in orthopedic care, ideally with shoulder/elbow focus
• RNFA certification required
• Current BLS certification

If you meet all of our criteria and would like to be considered please apply with your most updated Resume/CV. Cover Letter and references are preferred but optional. We look forward to meeting with you!