Auburn Memorial Medical Services, PC is seeking a compassionate, clinically skilled, and patient-focused Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our outpatient Pain Management team. This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive, evidence-based care to patients experiencing acute, subacute, and chronic pain conditions in a collaborative outpatient practice setting.

The APP will work closely with pain management physicians, and other healthcare professionals to evaluate and manage patients with a variety of musculoskeletal, neuropathic, spine-related, and chronic pain conditions. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and an interest in developing long-term therapeutic relationships with patients while helping improve their function, quality of life, and overall health outcomes.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Evaluate patients presenting with acute and chronic pain conditions through comprehensive medical histories, physical examinations, and review of relevant diagnostic studies.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with the patient and supervising pain management physician.
• Diagnose and manage common pain conditions, including musculoskeletal pain, spine-related pain, neuropathic pain, arthritis, and other chronic pain syndromes within the APP's scope of practice.
• Review and interpret laboratory results, imaging studies, prior medical records, and other diagnostic information relevant to the patient's pain condition.
• Provide education and counseling regarding pain diagnoses, treatment options, medications, risks and benefits of therapy, and realistic expectations for pain management.
• Assist with the evaluation and preparation of patients for interventional pain management procedures and coordinate appropriate follow-up care.
• Perform office-based procedures within the APP's scope of practice, training, and credentialing, as applicable.
• Coordinate referrals to physical therapy, behavioral health, neurology, orthopedics, neurosurgery, primary care, and other specialists when clinically appropriate.
• Monitor patients longitudinally and modify treatment plans based on clinical response, functional goals, diagnostic findings, and evolving patient needs.
• Communicate effectively with pain management physicians, primary care providers, specialists, and other members of the healthcare team to promote continuity and coordination of care.
• Document patient encounters, assessments, treatment plans, medication management, and follow-up recommendations accurately and timely within the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Respond to patient inquiries and clinical concerns through approved communication channels and determine when physician consultation or an in-person evaluation is appropriate.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and collaborate with physicians regarding complex or high-risk patients.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, controlled-substance, and organizational standards.
• Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based pain management practices, relevant clinical guidelines, and applicable state and federal regulations.

Qualifications:

• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in New York State, or eligibility for licensure.
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Prior experience in Pain Management, Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Orthopedics, Neurology, or a related specialty preferred; experienced APPs and qualified new graduates with a strong interest in pain management are encouraged to apply.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications are preferred.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR).
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills.

Why Join Our Team?

• Supportive, collaborative practice environment with close collaboration between APPs and experienced pain management physicians.
• Opportunity to develop expertise in the evaluation and longitudinal management of a diverse range of acute and chronic pain conditions.
• Structured onboarding, mentorship, and ongoing clinical collaboration to support both experienced APPs and providers transitioning into pain management.
• Practice setting that emphasizes comprehensive, evidence-based pain management and improved patient function and quality of life.
• Opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients while participating in their ongoing care.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package (where applicable).
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients living with chronic pain and complex medical conditions.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• $110,000.00 – 145,000.00 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Full-Time, Monday – Friday (40 hours per week)