Orthopaedic Surgery - Spine Job at Luminis Health in Lanham, MD

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Spine Surgery

Join Our Leading Orthopedic Spine Surgery Team – NP/PA Opportunity
Lanham/Bowie, MD | Luminis Health

Position Summary:

Luminis Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our prestigious Orthopedic Spine Surgery Team in the Lanham/Bowie region. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside board-certified spine surgeons and an advanced orthopedic team delivering specialized care in spine pathology, surgery, and rehabilitation.

This hybrid position combines clinic-based care with first-assist responsibilities in the OR, offering exposure to a broad range of spine conditions including degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, and more. You'll contribute to a multidisciplinary approach that supports optimal patient outcomes.

What You’ll Do:

• Evaluate and manage patients with spinal disorders in a busy orthopedic spine clinic.
• Perform comprehensive pre- and post-operative assessments and care coordination.
• Serve as a first assist in the operating room during elective and urgent spine procedures.
• Interpret diagnostic studies (e.g., MRIs, CTs, X-rays) to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Perform and assist with in-office procedures, including spinal injections and minor interventions.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, surgical and non-surgical treatment options, post-operative care, and recovery plans.
• Collaborate closely with attending spine surgeons and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Ensure timely referrals and follow-up care across the continuum.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current Maryland license and national certification (NCCPA for PAs; board certification for NPs).
• Eligible or currently licensed as a PA or NP in the state of Maryland.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience required. Spine, orthopedic, or surgical first assist experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity orthopedic environment.
• Excellent communication, diagnostic reasoning, and collaborative care skills.

Why Join Luminis Health – Spine Division?

• Be part of a high-profile orthopedic spine team with a strong reputation in the Lanham/Bowie and greater Maryland region.
• Work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment that prioritizes surgical innovation, evidence-based care, and professional growth.
• Enjoy a balanced mix of surgical and clinical responsibilities with ample opportunities for continuing education and mentorship.
• Contribute to the care of a diverse patient population with both complex and routine spine conditions.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens in clinical and surgical settings.
• Physical demands: Medium work – exerting up to 50 lbs occasionally, 30 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs constantly.
• Reasonable accommodations provided per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).