Plastic Surgery, AdventHealth Medical Group Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery at Orlando Full-Time O

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The APRN or PA-C, under the supervision of the collaborating reconstructive surgeon, will serve as an advanced practice provider in a high-volume outpatient reconstructive surgery practice. This is a clinic-only position focused on comprehensive perioperative and longitudinal management of reconstructive surgery patients. This role does not include operating room responsibilities or aesthetic/cosmetic practice.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned clinician with excellent clinical judgment, and a passion for patient-centered care, surgical optimization, surgical pain management, wound management, and team mentorship. The APP will function as a mentor to nursing staff while collaborating closely with the APP team, surgeons and interdisciplinary team members to provide high-quality, coordinated care. The successful candidate must be a collaborative team player who works well within a multidisciplinary APP and surgical team environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Perform comprehensive evaluations and physical examinations for reconstructive surgery patients, including new consultations, follow-up visits, pre-operative evaluations, and post-operative care
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• Manage complex reconstructive surgery patients in the outpatient setting with emphasis on surgical optimization, recovery, and complication prevention
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• Provide advanced wound assessment and management, including dressing changes, debridement, drain management, suture/staple removal, and management of surgical complications within scope of practice
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• Develop and manage evidence-based perioperative and post-surgical pain management plans utilizing multimodal strategies
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• Order, interpret, and manage appropriate diagnostic testing including laboratory studies and imaging
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• Monitor patient progress and coordinate referrals to specialists or additional services as indicated ?
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• Collaborate closely with surgeons, nursing staff, rehabilitation providers, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and excellence of care
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• Serve as a mentor and clinical resource for nursing staff and other team members, supporting education, workflow optimization, and professional development
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• Foster positive working relationships and effective communication within the APP team and broader multidisciplinary care team
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• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and patient experience initiatives within the reconstructive surgery division
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• Maintain professionalism, clinical excellence, and ongoing professional growth
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• Always displays a caring and professional attitude as well as maintaining personal and professional growth
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SCHEDULE DETAILS:

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• Monday Friday; 8:00 am 5:00 pm out-patient
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• Main location: AdventHealth Orlando at Innovation Tower
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• Flexibility to attend meetings outside regular working hours
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KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

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• Strong perioperative clinical expertise
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• Advanced assessment and medical decision-making skills
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• Experience managing complex surgical wounds and post-operative complications
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• Knowledge of multimodal and evidence-based surgical pain management strategies
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• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, nursing staff, APP colleagues, and interdisciplinary teams
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• Strong leadership, communication, mentorship, and interpersonal skills
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• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative APP and surgical team
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• Commitment to patient-centered, compassionate care and clinical excellence
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REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

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• Masters degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies
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• Perioperative experience preferred but not required
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• Minimum 3-5 years of experience practicing as an APRN or PA-C
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LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, REGISTRATION:

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• Current, valid Florida PA or APRN license
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• Current, valid DEA registration or eligibility to obtain DEA registration
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• Certification by NCCPA, ANCC, AANP or other nationally recognized certification organization as appropriate
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• BLS required & ACLS preferred
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