Pain Management APP (NP/PA) – Outpatient Orthopedic Practice

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide comprehensive outpatient care for patients with pain and spine-related conditions, including chronic musculoskeletal pain and post-procedure follow-ups.
• Conduct new patient consultations, ongoing management, and treatment planning in a high-volume clinic setting.
• Collaborate closely with the supervising pain management physician and a multidisciplinary orthopedic team.
• Work within an established orthopedic practice consisting of approximately 9 physicians and 6 APPs, supported by experienced clinical and administrative staff.
• Maintain a consistent outpatient schedule:
  • Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Manage a daily patient volume of approximately 15–25 patients
• Provide 100% outpatient care with no required call responsibilities
• Participate in a structured onboarding program including system orientation, Epic training, physician shadowing, and progressive autonomy

Qualifications:

• Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) – new graduates and experienced candidates encouraged to apply.
• Strong interest in pain management, spine care, and orthopedics
• Ability to effectively evaluate, diagnose, and manage a variety of acute and chronic pain conditions
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume outpatient environment
• Excellent communication, documentation, and patient engagement skills
• Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach to care delivery
• Prior pain management, spine, or orthopedic experience preferred but not required

Why McLeod Health?

• This opportunity offers the advantage of practicing in a growing orthopedic and pain management program while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance with a 4.5-day workweek and no call. Located in Little River, SC, this role provides access to the coastal lifestyle—just minutes from North Myrtle Beach, boating, dining, and year-round outdoor recreation. Join a respected health system known for clinical excellence, strong team culture, and commitment to professional development.