Career Opportunities

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless...   Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize  the abundant opportunities for growth and success.   If this describes you then let’s talk!   HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise     HSS Pediatric Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner Fellowship   Program Start Date: July 2024  4 days a week no weekends     Mission: A post graduate training program designed to equip qualified pediatric nurse practitioners with the academic and clinical skills and knowledge to provide high quality, evidence-based care to surgical and non-surgical pediatric orthopedic patients and advance the field of pediatric orthopedics.  The program is comprehensive and structured to include both clinical and didactic experiences.   Qualifications: - Completion of an accredited Pediatric NP Master’s Program - Pediatric National Board Certification - Current and active New York State RN/NP Licensure - 1 Professional Letter of recommendation (program director, preceptor, or manager) - Submission of CV and letter of intent - No previous pediatric orthopedic experience   Goals of Program:   Upon completion of the program, the Nurse Practitioner will demonstrate advanced knowledge of pediatric orthopedic conditions, demonstrate sound clinical reasoning and advanced decision-making skills using the best available scientific evidence, integrate appropriate technologies for management of patient care, apply ethical and cultural competency in the healthcare setting, practice multidisciplinary collaboration and function as an independent provider.        

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless...   Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize  the abundant opportunities for growth and success.   If this describes you then let’s talk!   HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.   Surgical Technologist  Full-Time   Ensuring the delivery of the highest quality of patient care, you will provide support to our Magnet surgical team. Your duties will include: assisting physicians and nurses in surgery using best practices of sterile technique, assembling, maintaining and tracking surgical instruments and equipment; and inspecting all packaged items to ensure integrity. We'll also rely on you to conduct pre-op, intra-op and post-op surgical counts according to AORN standards and maintaining the integrity of the surgical field during procedures. Your capacity to collaborate with your team to promote the highest standards of patient safety is critical to the mission of HSS.   Minimum Requirements - High School diploma or equivalent and be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program - NBSTSA Certification required - American Heart Associate Heartsaver required - One year of experience required

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless...   Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize  the abundant opportunities for growth and success.   If this describes you then let’s talk!   HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise   Medical Assistant Westport OPC Full-Time     Scope of Duties: - Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams (Registration, Radiology, Physician Practice Management, Physical Therapy) - Escorting patients to exam rooms and preparing them for examinations, reviewing patient statuses and assisting in obtaining patient data. - Preparing specimens for the lab and ensuring hand-off to courier - Foster efficient patient throughput, deliver excellent customer service, and establish and maintain an organized professional environment. - Assist the physician in treatments and procedures and ensure physician orders are completed in a timely manner. - Demonstrate proficiency in cast removal, suture and staple removal, and application of off the shelf braces. - Maintain sensitivity and awareness of cultural and religious diversity when addressing patients, visitors, co-workers and other customers. - Participate in our supportive and team-oriented environment.

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless...   Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize  the abundant opportunities for growth and success.   If this describes you then let’s talk!   HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.   LPN Full-Time  8:00am-5:00pm   Overview:    Working under the supervision of a MD, you will provide care to patients in the physician office setting. Your scope of duties will include assisting the physician in treatments and procedures, rooming patients, overseeing patient flow, ordering all nursing supplies and stocking exam rooms. You will create and maintain medical protocols set in the office. Proficiency in patient vitals, BP, temperature venipuncture, proper cast removal, suture and staple removal a must. Strong knowledge of orthopedic practice procedures such as diagnosis, cpt codes, crutches, canes, cam walkers are essential. You will be responsible for delivering excellent customer service, establishing and maintaining and organized professional environment. Your hours will vary. You must be extremely flexible.Your ability to promote the highest standards of patient safety and respond to patients and families with consideration and compassion is critical to the mission of HSS.

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless...   Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize  the abundant opportunities for growth and success.   If this describes you then let’s talk!   HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.   LPN Full-Time  8:00am-5:00pm   Overview:    Working under the supervision of a MD, you will provide care to patients in the physician office setting. Your scope of duties will include assisting the physician in treatments and procedures, rooming patients, overseeing patient flow, ordering all nursing supplies and stocking exam rooms. You will create and maintain medical protocols set in the office. Proficiency in patient vitals, BP, temperature venipuncture, proper cast removal, suture and staple removal a must. Strong knowledge of orthopedic practice procedures such as diagnosis, cpt codes, crutches, canes, cam walkers are essential. You will be responsible for delivering excellent customer service, establishing and maintaining and organized professional environment. Your hours will vary. You must be extremely flexible.Your ability to promote the highest standards of patient safety and respond to patients and families with consideration and compassion is critical to the mission of HSS.

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless...   Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize  the abundant opportunities for growth and success.   If this describes you then let’s talk!   HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.   LPN Full-Time  8:00am-5:00pm   Overview:    Working under the supervision of a MD, you will provide care to patients in the physician office setting. Your scope of duties will include assisting the physician in treatments and procedures, rooming patients, overseeing patient flow, ordering all nursing supplies and stocking exam rooms. You will create and maintain medical protocols set in the office. Proficiency in patient vitals, BP, temperature venipuncture, proper cast removal, suture and staple removal a must. Strong knowledge of orthopedic practice procedures such as diagnosis, cpt codes, crutches, canes, cam walkers are essential. You will be responsible for delivering excellent customer service, establishing and maintaining and organized professional environment. Your hours will vary. You must be extremely flexible.Your ability to promote the highest standards of patient safety and respond to patients and families with consideration and compassion is critical to the mission of HSS.

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless...   Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize  the abundant opportunities for growth and success.   If this describes you then let’s talk!   HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.   Patient Access Specialist - Westport, CT Full-Time     A highly visible customer service position that is responsible for the reception of patients, families, and health care providers. The Patient Access Specialist is an expert in areas of customer service, registration/scheduling, insurance, and HSS Standards of Care. Patient Access Specialist is expected to score in the top 5% of measureable categories within 6 months of hire.   Responsibilities - Provide exceptional customer service to all patients, visitors, and customers - Prioritize patient flow - Verify insurance and obtain benefits - Triage phone calls and schedule appointments - Respond to patient, visitor, and customer inquiries - Obtain patient demographics, personal information, and medical history by interviewing patients  - Collect payments - Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless...   Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize  the abundant opportunities for growth and success.   If this describes you then let’s talk!   HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise   Assistant Manager, Clinical Services HSS Westport Full-Time   Overview:   Responsibilities Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:   Clinical (80%)   Support physician office visits and other clinical activities. - Room patients, including preparation for exams, reviewing past medical history, and obtaining patient data. - Assist with procedures, including but not limited to suture/staple removal, cast application and removal, EKG, venipuncture, and injections. - Foster effective patient throughput. Administrative (20%)   Support the Manager, Clinical Services in the management of the nursing staff.  - Daily schedule and staffing assignments (coordinating per diems, vacations, callouts, etc.). - Physician room and dictation station assignments. - Primary point of clinical contact onsite in absence of Manager, Clinical Services. Support the Manager, Clinical Services in ensuring compliant and competent nursing practice for the site. - Monitor par levels for supplies, ordering as needed. - Check expiration dates of current supplies in the closet, medication buckets, and on all medications and vials. - Check the automated external defibrillator (AED) daily and alert the Manager, Clinical Services when the battery needs to be changed.  - Complete temperature logs on medication and specimen refrigerator and freezer.

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless...   Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize  the abundant opportunities for growth and success.   If this describes you then let’s talk!   HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise   Assistant Director Full-Time Wesport CT   Overview:   The Assistant Director is responsible for the operational, personnel, financial, and facilities management of HSS Westport. In collaboration with administrative and clinical leadership for the Connecticut Market, the Assistant Director also supports the execution and operations of strategic initiatives that align with HSS’ goals.   The Ambulatory Services team works to provide an exceptional patient, physician, and staff experience at HSS ambulatory sites. The team works collaboratively to ensure high quality care delivery consistent with the HSS brand, and partners with leaders from various departments throughout the enterprise.     Job Responsibilities:   Operations Management - Ensures the delivery of an exceptional patient, physician and staff experience. Reviews patient satisfaction, physician experience and employee engagement survey results and responds to complaints/concerns. Develops process improvement and action plans in response to systemic issues. - Oversees daily operations and critical business functions for physician office visits, radiology exams, and procedures. Ensures new programs are optimally integrated into the site. - Utilizes available data to make informed decisions on process and performance improvement. - Strategizes on ways to enhance workflow and patient throughput. Monitors and evaluates implementation of best practices. - Directs Assistant Clinical Manager and PAS Coordinator to ensure staff receives proper guidance and direction in providing optimal, efficient, and cost-effective patient care. - Leads efforts to attain key goals related to session utilization, appointment access, and other KPIs. - Collaborates with Service Line team to onboard new physicians and staff to the site. Personnel Management - Guides and directs the hiring, training, retention, discipline and termination of staff - Ensures that annual performance evaluations are completed for all staff, that performance development plans are created and monitored when necessary, and that annual goals are established. - Ensures that all staff complete mandatory education modules. - Identifies opportunities for educational programs and in-services for staff and ensures staff competencies are maintained. - Coordinates staff meetings and ensures that appropriate and relevant information is disseminated to staff through this and other forums including email. - Meets weekly with management team and leads daily huddles; ensures follow through of meeting takeaways. - Oversight includes direct supervision of Assistant, Clinical Manager, PAS Coordinator and indirect supervision of clinical support (nursing) and patient access staff. Financial Management - Prepares annual operating and capital budgets, initiates and maintains purchase orders, manages invoices, and monitors monthly expenses. Performs analysis to explain monthly budget variances. Site Development and Facilities Management - Serves as a critical member of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for the implementation of the site and renovations of existing space. The Assistant Director will be involved with all aspects of these initiatives, including but not limited to: clinical and operational programming, facility design and development, staffing, equipment and supply procurement, go-live implementation. - Coordinates repairs/maintenance calls and tracks survey/review of items that require regular evaluation (i.e. fire extinguishers). - Responsible for ensuring a clean and well-functioning physical plant environment; ensures required medical/administrative supplies, equipment, and furniture are available, in appropriate working order, and in the quantities required for the team. Culture - In alignment with HSS’ goals, fosters a workplace culture that encourages respect, trust, empathy, and support - Ensures a respectful and safe physical environment for patients and staff - Fosters an inclusive culture and team approach, in a highly matrixed organization, to both daily work functions as well as performance improvement initiatives. - Serves as a mentor for emerging leaders. - Builds productive professional relationships with physicians and their staff. Leadership - Challenges the status quo by developing and championing new ideas that add value to the organization; specifically (and continuously) assessing and improving Center operations and systems, with particular focus on enhancing the patient experience. - Develops, implements, and manages projects and initiatives using a systematic approach to translate work plans into actionable components and measurable outcomes. - Collaborates with leadership team to set priorities/goals - Serves on a variety of enterprise-wide committees and initiatives  

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless...   Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize  the abundant opportunities for growth and success.   If this describes you then let’s talk!   HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.   Central Sterile Technician Full-Time   At the Hospital for Special Surgery, Central Service Professionals play an integral part of patient safety and contributing to our low infections rates. Our CSP department is responsible for decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, packaging, sterilizing and safely transporting reusable surgical instruments to our surgical areas. CSP also provides disposable medical supplies to the perioperative areas via surgical case carts.     The mission is to provide customers with products that are 100% clean, complete, sterile and delivered on time. The process is complex due to the vast amounts and variety of surgical instruments found in each tray and meeting the demand of our very busy operating rooms here at HSS. The CSP team prides themselves in being engaged and compliant to regulatory standards for quality and patient safety in order to deliver the best service and products for patients that come to HSS.   In the Central Sterile Technician role, we rely on you to adhere to the mission by ensuring the delivery of our world-renowned patient care, and providing sterile supplies, instruments and equipment required for patients undergoing orthopedic surgical interventions. You will support all patient care areas by properly processing surgical equipment using washers, sterilizers, dryers, and heat sealers. The processing and logging of implants and loaner sets of instruments is also vital to your contribution.