American Addiction Centers·Indian Trail, North Carolina
The APP will serve as a surgical first assist and integrated member of the Orthopedic Surgical care team. Responsibilities include managing orthopedic conditions, coordinating perioperative care, and performing clinical procedures like casting and wound care.
Atrium Health’s Musculoskeletal Institute (MSKI) is one of the largest Musculoskeletal programs in the country. We maintain an extensive network of physicians within the institute spanning spine, orthopedics, primary care sports medicine, physical medicine, and rehabilitation.
This APP will support Surgical physicians and function as an integrated member of the Orthopedic Surgical care team, delivering care across operative, perioperative, and clinic environments.
When you join Atrium Health, you will enter a culture that values collaboration, clinical voice, and professional growth. You’ll be supported by resources, leadership alignment, and multidisciplinary expertise that enable you to practice at the top of your license while advancing patient outcomes across the region. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
Candidates must be a board-certified Physician Assistant or Acute Care NP with a valid NC license and DEA license. A minimum of two years of experience in Orthopedics, Urgent Care, or Emergency Medicine is required.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in North Carolina often show steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices, especially for candidates who can work autonomously and meet licensure and certification requirements. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a graduate nursing degree, 2–4 years of relevant experience, and current NC licensure, DEA, and BLS credentials. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your certifications and tailor your application to the setting and scope of practice.