A leading trauma center in Stockbridge, GA is seeking a motivated and dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join the Trauma and Acute Care Surgery (ACS) team. This is an exciting opportunity for both experienced providers and new graduates or early-career APPs, as we are willing to provide training for the right candidate with a strong clinical foundation and interest in trauma and surgical care.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in
the care of trauma and emergency general surgery patients in collaboration
with attending physicians
- Perform initial
patient assessments, daily rounding, consults, and discharge planning
- Assist with and
perform procedures as credentialed (e.g., suturing, wound care, tube
placement)
- First assist in
the operating room and participate in pre- and post-operative management
- Document all
patient encounters and procedures accurately in the EMR
- Participate in
trauma activations and resuscitations as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Provide education
to patients and families regarding conditions, treatment plans, and
discharge care
- Engage in ongoing training and professional development to build trauma/ACS competencies
Qualifications:
- Nurse
Practitioner or Physician Assistant degree from an accredited program
- Active Georgia
license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- BLS and ACLS
required (ATLS a plus)
- One uear of experience required.
- Strong
communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented
environment
- Interest or background in surgical/critical care preferred
Stockbridge, Georgia is a welcoming and fast-growing city located
just 20 miles south of downtown Atlanta in Henry County. Known for its small-town
charm, affordable cost of living, and proximity to major highways and airports,
Stockbridge is an ideal place to live and work—especially for healthcare
professionals seeking a balance between urban access and community-oriented
living. Stockbridge, Georgia is a welcoming and fast-growing city located
just 20 miles south of downtown Atlanta in Henry County. Known for its small-town
charm, affordable cost of living, and proximity to major highways and airports,
Stockbridge is an ideal place to live and work—especially for healthcare
professionals seeking a balance between urban access and community-oriented
living.