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Location

Lakeland, FL | United States

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Job description

Established Orthopedic Surgeon is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with NCCPA certification to join busy practice. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (or until all patients are seen). Position will include some weekends and hospital/call coverage. Provider must display strong communication skills. Experience as a APRN or PA in Orthopedics or Surgical specialties highly preferred, but not required.


BLS and PALS certification required for practice.


Provide comprehensive primary orthopedic healthcare to adult patients, including ordering and evaluating diagnostic tests , H&Ps, pre/post operative visits, dressing changes, casting/splinting, medications, etc.


At Watson Clinic, you will work with extraordinary colleagues who share your dedication to medical excellence! Since our inception in 1941, Watson Clinic has evolved into one of the largest and most successful medical groups in the Southeast. With a population of over 500,000+, Lakeland/Central Florida is one of the fastest growing regions of the U. S. and Watson Clinic's 220+ physician medical staff has distinguished themselves as healthcare leaders in our community.


COMMUNITY:

Lakeland is a lively community, conveniently located between Tampa and Orlando. Much of Lakeland's culture and iconic neighborhoods are built around 38 stunning lakes. Lakeland has been named one of the fastest growing cities in the nation, however our cost of living and property taxes remain among the lowest in the state!

Lakeland is just a short drive away from some of the nation's best attractions including Disney World, Universal Studios, Busch Gardens, Daytona 500, Cape Canaveral, and Clearwater Beach- named "#1 Beach in America" by Trip Advisor. We are home to Fortune 500 companies such as Publix Supermarkets, Geico Insurance, and the largest Amazon Fulfillment Center in the Southeast U.S. Our culturally diverse city nurtures the creative instincts of youth at the Harrison School of Visual and Performing Arts.

Floridians enjoy year-round sunshine and a wide variety of outdoor activities including sports fishing, golf, water sports, and running or hiking throughout our abundant natural landscapes. Lakeland is the spring training home for the Detroit Tigers with Watson Clinic physicians serving as their official medical provider in Florida!

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Watson Clinic Professional Services at [email protected] or call 863-680-7380.

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