APP Hybrid

Position Description:

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) works as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services for patients in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery's Community Access Division. This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care in both inpatient and outpatient settings while collaborating closely with physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals.

• Perform comprehensive histories and physical exams, identifying normal and abnormal findings.

• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests.

• Develop and implement treatment plans, both pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical.

• Educate patients and families regarding disease management, treatment options, and preventive health.

• Perform clinical procedures within scope of training and credentialing.

• Document care accurately in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

• Collaborate with supervising physician(s), consulting providers, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize care.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, program development, and ongoing education.

• Provide continuity of care, ensuring smooth communication across settings.

• Meet regulatory and compliance requirements including privileging, CMS, and Joint Commission standards.

• Collaborate with orthopaedic care teams to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions in a blended clinical environment.

• Write timely admission, transfer, procedure, and progress notes.

• Perform and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures, communicating results clearly to patients and teams.

• Participate in department initiatives to improve efficiency, safety, and quality outcomes.

• Stay current on clinical best practices, trends, and evidence-based guidelines in orthopaedic care.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and collaborate effectively.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in patient care and teamwork.

• Resourceful and adaptable, able to work independently and in a matrixed environment.

• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment to patient confidentiality.

• Willingness to participate in ongoing learning and professional development.

• Flexible scheduling required to provide patient care coverage.

• May include evenings or weekends based on business needs.

• Rotating call coverage required (1:8 weekends).

• Active physical exertion including continuous standing and walking.

• Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens and hazardous materials (appropriate PPE provided).

• Must meet sensory requirements including effective communication and ability to distinguish clinical details.

As an Advanced Practice Provider in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, you'll join a collaborative, patient-centered team committed to delivering safe, innovative, and high-quality orthopaedic care. You will play an essential role in expanding access to musculoskeletal services across the Froedtert & MCW health network, while contributing to education, quality improvement, and program development initiatives

Preferred Schedule:

Position Requirements:

Education

• Nurse Practitioner: Master's Degree or higher in Nursing

• Physician Assistant: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies

Licensure & Certifications (must be current and maintained):

• Nurse Practitioner:

  • Wisconsin RN license

  • Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License (APNP)

  • Certification as an NP (Adult Care NP or Acute Care NP preferred; Family or Geriatric NP considered)

  • AHA BCLS

  • CITI Certification (within 90 days of hire)

• Physician Assistant:

  • Wisconsin PA license

  • NCCPA Certification

  • AHA BCLS

  • CITI Certification (within 90 days of hire)

Experience

• No prior APP experience required; new graduates are encouraged to apply.

• Orthopaedic or surgical experience preferred.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination


The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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