Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Lead and manage the Bone Health Clinic and Fracture Liaison Service, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis, metabolic bone disorders and in improving bone health, preventing new fractures for those already fractured
• Collaborate with orthopaedic surgeons, endocrinologists, and primary care providers locally to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Maintain database and engage national leadership nationally with the AOA Own the Bone Program as needed
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, order and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., DXA scans, lab work), and develop individualized treatment plans.
  
• Assist in maintaining and advancing certification for the Hip Fracture Center of Excellence, ensuring compliance with national and institutional standards (including data collection and quality improvement initiatives)
• Work closely with hospital leadership, nursing staff, and rehabilitation teams to support the development of and implement best practices in hip fracture care and improve patient outcomes
• Assist in educating staff on the latest guidelines and practices related to hip fracture management and geriatric orthopaedics.
• Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Documents the delivery of care in the individual's medical records.
• Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories, psychosocial histories, health status and medical problems or potential problems.
• Under the direction of a physician, performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes.
• Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment.
• Orders, schedules and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and x-rays.
• Communicates necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patient.
• In collaboration with physician, arranges for consultations with or referrals to other medical professional or community services.
• Educates patient on health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, need for follow-up assessments/treatments, at home medical care, medication and other issues related to medical or health problems.
• Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.
• Attends educational in-services as appropriate.
• Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
• Maintains and updates current, accurate patient records including medical assessment, interventions, and evaluations.
• Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate care patient care plans.
• Prepares statistical reports and analyses of research projects and investigational protocols; reports on progress, adverse trends and appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
• Trains and teaches other health care professionals including students and residents in techniques and procedures unique to specific setting.
• Actively participates on organizational health services committees.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
• Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body, or Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Licensed as appropriate in the state of Georgia.
• May require at least one year of direct experience in one or more high acuity clinical specialties.
• BLS, ACLS, and Healthcare Provider certifications required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Ability to work independently while also engaging in team-based care.
• Knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) and ability to track and report quality metrics.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to be a leader in in fragility fracture care (bone health clinic, fragility fracture clinic, Hip Fracture Center of Excellence) at the local, regional and national levels
• Work in a multidisciplinary team committed to improving patient outcomes in orthopaedic care.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

If you are passionate about bone health, orthopaedics, and quality-driven patient care, we invite you to apply and become part of our innovative and patient-centered team.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

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