Medical opportunity
Orthopedic RN
Posted: August 26, 2026
RN - Orthopedics (Clinic)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Outpatient Orthopedic Clinic
Location: Great Falls, MT
Our client is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to serve as the primary clinical liaison between patients, staff, and orthopedic providers. Operating within an outpatient clinic setting that emphasizes teamwork and high-quality clinical outcomes, this role focuses on providing personalized patient care, coordinating daily clinical workflows, and facilitating clear communication across the interdisciplinary team.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate and manage daily clinical operations within the orthopedic clinic under provider direction, ensuring alignment with established professional standards and practices
Perform comprehensive triage of patient phone calls, evaluate clinical needs, and determine appropriate pathways of care or escalation to orthopedic specialists
Assist orthopedic providers with clinical examinations, diagnostic procedures, and specialized treatments following verified clinical competency
Manage clinical paperwork workflows, including processing prescription refills and completing medical prior authorizations efficiently
Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary clinic team, providing clear clinical direction to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and medical schedulers
Take and record accurate patient vital signs, update electronic medical records, and prepare patients for orthopedic consultations or post-operative follow-ups
Foster a safe, collaborative, and family-centered care environment while maintaining strict accountability for clinical tasks and outcomes
Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required (Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred)
Current Montana State Registered Nurse (RN) license required (LPN or Certified Medical Assistant credentials considered based on experience, but RN is highly preferred for this position)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Strong foundational knowledge of medical terminology, basic nursing principles, and orthopedic clinical procedures
Proficient keyboarding and electronic health record (EHR) navigation skills, combined with strong general office operation capabilities
Excellent communication, multitasking, and organizational skills to effectively interface with providers, patients, and ancillary staff
Position is contingent upon successfully passing a criminal background check, drug screening, and health/immunization clearance
Benefits
Strong, industry-leading nurse-to-patient ratios designed to prevent burnout and maximize patient safety.
Full health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
Robust retirement savings plan with a generous employer matching contribution.
Fully covered medical malpractice insurance.
Generous paid time off (PTO) allocation to support a healthy work-life balance.
Note on Compensation & Hiring Requirements: All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of standard pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, drug screening, and health/immunization verification.
Note on Employment Status: The comprehensive benefits package and compensation structure detailed above are explicitly offered for full-time positions. Eligible benefits may vary or be prorated for part-time arrangements.
Employment Type: Full-Time | Outpatient Orthopedic Clinic
Location: Great Falls, MT
Our client is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to serve as the primary clinical liaison between patients, staff, and orthopedic providers. Operating within an outpatient clinic setting that emphasizes teamwork and high-quality clinical outcomes, this role focuses on providing personalized patient care, coordinating daily clinical workflows, and facilitating clear communication across the interdisciplinary team.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate and manage daily clinical operations within the orthopedic clinic under provider direction, ensuring alignment with established professional standards and practices
Perform comprehensive triage of patient phone calls, evaluate clinical needs, and determine appropriate pathways of care or escalation to orthopedic specialists
Assist orthopedic providers with clinical examinations, diagnostic procedures, and specialized treatments following verified clinical competency
Manage clinical paperwork workflows, including processing prescription refills and completing medical prior authorizations efficiently
Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary clinic team, providing clear clinical direction to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and medical schedulers
Take and record accurate patient vital signs, update electronic medical records, and prepare patients for orthopedic consultations or post-operative follow-ups
Foster a safe, collaborative, and family-centered care environment while maintaining strict accountability for clinical tasks and outcomes
Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required (Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred)
Current Montana State Registered Nurse (RN) license required (LPN or Certified Medical Assistant credentials considered based on experience, but RN is highly preferred for this position)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Strong foundational knowledge of medical terminology, basic nursing principles, and orthopedic clinical procedures
Proficient keyboarding and electronic health record (EHR) navigation skills, combined with strong general office operation capabilities
Excellent communication, multitasking, and organizational skills to effectively interface with providers, patients, and ancillary staff
Position is contingent upon successfully passing a criminal background check, drug screening, and health/immunization clearance
Benefits
Strong, industry-leading nurse-to-patient ratios designed to prevent burnout and maximize patient safety.
Full health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
Robust retirement savings plan with a generous employer matching contribution.
Fully covered medical malpractice insurance.
Generous paid time off (PTO) allocation to support a healthy work-life balance.
Note on Compensation & Hiring Requirements: All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of standard pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, drug screening, and health/immunization verification.
Note on Employment Status: The comprehensive benefits package and compensation structure detailed above are explicitly offered for full-time positions. Eligible benefits may vary or be prorated for part-time arrangements.