Nurse Practitioner – Pain Management / Interventional Spine Clinic
Location: Columbus, GA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Outpatient clinic schedule, Monday–Friday
Veritas Spine & Joint is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our growing pain management and interventional spine practice in Columbus, Georgia. This role is best suited for a provider who has prior experience in pain management, spine care, orthopedics, PM&R, neurology, or another outpatient specialty setting.
We are looking for a clinically strong, dependable, and compassionate NP who can help evaluate patients, manage follow-up care, support treatment planning, educate patients, and work closely with the physician and clinical team.
This is not an entry-level training position. Prior clinical experience in pain management, spine, orthopedics, PM&R, neurology, or a related specialty is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities:
Perform new patient and follow-up evaluations for patients with chronic pain, spine pain, joint pain, neuropathic pain, and musculoskeletal conditions
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Review patient history, imaging reports, prior treatments, medications, and procedure history
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Develop and update treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician
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Manage post-procedure follow-up visits and assess response to treatment
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Educate patients on treatment options, procedure expectations, conservative care, medication safety, and follow-up plans
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Support interventional pain workflows, including preparation for procedures and ongoing care coordination
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Order and review appropriate imaging, therapy, referrals, and diagnostic studies within scope and protocol
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Document visits accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
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Communicate with referring providers, pharmacies, imaging centers, therapy offices, and other care partners as needed
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Maintain a professional, compassionate, and patient-centered approach
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Follow all practice protocols, documentation standards, and Georgia regulatory requirements
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Required Qualifications:
Active Nurse Practitioner license in Georgia, or ability to obtain Georgia licensure
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Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner
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Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience as an NP preferred
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Prior experience in pain management, spine, orthopedics, PM&R, neurology, urgent care, or another relevant specialty setting
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Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently within a physician-led care model
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Excellent documentation and communication skills
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced outpatient specialty clinic
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Professional, dependable, and team-oriented
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Strongly Preferred:
Direct pain management or interventional spine experience
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Experience with chronic musculoskeletal pain, spine pain, joint pain, neuropathic pain, and post-procedure follow-up
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Ability to review imaging reports and identify clinically relevant findings
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Familiarity with responsible medication management and controlled-substance workflows
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Experience using Epic or another electronic medical record
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DEA registration or ability to obtain DEA registration if required for role responsibilities
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Prior experience working under physician protocols in Georgia
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What We Offer:
Physician-led, supportive outpatient specialty environment
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Opportunity to be part of a growing interventional pain practice
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Collaborative team culture
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Meaningful patient relationships and continuity of care
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Monday–Friday outpatient schedule
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Competitive compensation based on experience
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Opportunity for professional growth within the practice
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About Veritas Spine & Joint:
Veritas Spine & Joint is a patient-centered pain management practice focused on helping patients improve function, reduce pain, and regain quality of life through thoughtful, evidence-based care. Our team values compassion, professionalism, accountability, and excellent patient service.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume and availability for consideration.
