Job Description
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
Review patient history, imaging reports, prior treatments, medications, and procedure history
Develop and update treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician
Manage post-procedure follow-up visits and assess response to treatment
Educate patients on treatment options, procedure expectations, conservative care, medication safety, and follow-up plans
Support interventional pain workflows, including preparation for procedures and ongoing care coordination
Order and review appropriate imaging, therapy, referrals, and diagnostic studies within scope and protocol
Document visits accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
Communicate with referring providers, pharmacies, imaging centers, therapy offices, and other care partners as needed
Maintain a professional, compassionate, and patient-centered approach
Follow all practice protocols, documentation standards, and Georgia regulatory requirements
Required Qualifications:
Active Nurse Practitioner license in Georgia, or ability to obtain Georgia licensure
Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner
Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience as an NP preferred
Prior experience in pain management, spine, orthopedics, PM&R, neurology, urgent care, or another relevant specialty setting
Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently within a physician-led care model
Excellent documentation and communication skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced outpatient specialty clinic
Professional, dependable, and team-oriented
Strongly Preferred:
Direct pain management or interventional spine experience
Experience with chronic musculoskeletal pain, spine pain, joint pain, neuropathic pain, and post-procedure follow-up
Ability to review imaging reports and identify clinically relevant findings
Familiarity with responsible medication management and controlled-substance workflows
Experience using Epic or another electronic medical record
DEA registration or ability to obtain DEA registration if required for role responsibilities
Prior experience working under physician protocols in Georgia
What We Offer:
Physician-led, supportive outpatient specialty environment
Opportunity to be part of a growing interventional pain practice
Collaborative team culture
Meaningful patient relationships and continuity of care
Monday–Friday outpatient schedule
Competitive compensation based on experience
Opportunity for professional growth within the practice
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.
Full-time