Osteoporosis Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)
University of Maryland Medical System
About the Role
Join a growing orthopedic team at University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UM BWMC) as an Osteoporosis Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA). This role specializes in osteoporosis and bone health, offering a unique blend of 50% direct patient care and 50% administrative care coordination. The position focuses on helping patients prevent fractures, improve bone health, and maintain independence.
Position Highlights
- Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM schedule with no weekends, no call, and no travel.
- Specialized Practice: Exclusive focus on osteoporosis and bone health within a comprehensive orthopedic program.
- Balanced Responsibilities: Approximately 50% direct patient care and 50% administrative coordination, including medication authorizations, insurance processes, and treatment management.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside orthopedic physicians, fellow APPs, medical assistants, and scheduling staff.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuing medical education (CME), specialized osteoporosis training, and participation in national osteoporosis conferences.
- Growth & Leadership: Opportunity to shape and expand osteoporosis services, strengthen fracture prevention, and contribute to systemwide bone health improvements.
- Future Flexibility: Potential for partial telework as the program evolves; this is an on-site position.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with osteoporosis and related bone health conditions, primarily adults aged 50 and older.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, consultations, and follow-up visits.
- Develop individualized treatment plans focused on fracture prevention, medication management, and long-term bone health.
- Educate and counsel patients on osteoporosis, treatment options, lifestyle modifications, and fracture risk reduction.
- Coordinate osteoporosis medications, including insurance verification, prior authorizations, pharmacy communication, and treatment approvals.
- Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and clinical support staff to facilitate timely medication administration and injections.
- Support fracture prevention and coordinated care initiatives, including participation in fracture liaison services and related care networks.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and expansion of osteoporosis services and standardized care processes.
- Participate in educational initiatives and professional development to advance osteoporosis care.
- This is a non-surgical, outpatient position with no procedural responsibilities.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
- Current Maryland NP or PA licensure, or eligibility for it.
- National certification: NCCPA for PAs; Adult-Gerontology or Family NP certification for NPs.
- Strong organizational, communication, and patient education skills.
- Willingness to perform both direct patient care and administrative responsibilities, including medication coordination and insurance authorizations.
- Experience with Epic electronic medical records is preferred.
Qualifications
- Experience in osteoporosis, bone health, or orthopedic care is preferred but not required. Training will be provided.
- Familiarity with osteoporosis medications and treatment protocols is preferred.
- Experience with medication prior authorizations and insurance coordination is preferred.