APP Spine

DescriptionAdvanced Practice Provider (PA or NP) – Spine

Lexington, Kentucky

Join a Premier Physician-Owned Orthopedic Practice

Bluegrass Orthopaedics is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our established Spine team in Lexington, Kentucky. This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside fellowship-trained physicians in a collaborative, physician-led environment with access to advanced spine and pain management resources.

Position Highlights

Competitive compensation with performance bonus opportunity
Established referral base with immediate patient volume
Collaborative physician-led practice
Dedicated Spine Center with:

Two fluoroscopy-guided injection suites
Two C-Arms
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) capabilities
In-office 1.5T MRI
Digital X-Ray

No weekend clinic responsibilities
CME allowance and paid CME time
Comprehensive benefits package
401(k) with employer contribution
Malpractice coverage
Paid time off and paid holidays

Position Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage patients with acute and chronic spine and musculoskeletal conditions
Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations
Develop treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
Order and interpret diagnostic imaging and laboratory studies
Assist with pre-operative and post-operative spine patient management as appropriate
Coordinate conservative treatment plans, including medications, physical therapy, and referrals
Participate in fluoroscopy-guided and ultrasound-guided procedural clinics
Provide patient education regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and recovery expectations
Document encounters utilizing the electronic medical record

About Bluegrass Orthopaedics

For more than 30 years, Bluegrass Orthopaedics has been a trusted provider of comprehensive musculoskeletal care throughout Central Kentucky. As a physician-owned practice, our physicians are committed to delivering exceptional patient care while maintaining clinical autonomy.

Lexington, Kentucky

Lexington is well known for its beautiful horse farms and diverse SEC college community (University of KY)
Downtown offers many things to see and do, including newly renovated restaurants and festival events
Keeneland racetrack and The Kentucky Horse Park offer year-round entertainment for the horse community, including being the home to most national horse associations
Tour local bourbon distilleries and get a chance to learn more about the history of the Bluegrass Region
Close to larger metropolitan areas, such as Louisville and Cincinnati
Within a short drive are beautiful outdoor opportunities in the Red River Gorge, including hiking trails, camping, and large lakes with many water-activity options
Lexington has it all – a strong economic and business-friendly climate, strong public and private educational systems, a variety of sports and recreation, and a family friendly lifestyle

QualificationsPosition Qualifications

Board-certified or board-eligible Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
Previous orthopedic, spine, pain management, PM&R, or interventional pain experience preferred
Comfortable managing spine and musculoskeletal conditions in an outpatient setting
Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
Team-oriented with a patient-first approach