Bariatric Surgery - Advanced Practice Provider

Carle Health; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 126,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Bariatric Surgery Advanced Practice Provider to join the Bariatric Surgery team at Methodist Hospital in Peoria, Illinois. The role blends clinic and hospital responsibilities with no call or weekend requirements, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.

The APP will perform pre/post-operative assessments, participate in treatment planning, and conduct in-office procedures including wound assessments and lap band fills, under the supervision of a BC Bariatric/General Surgeon.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing with Acute Care specialization (ACNP) or PA degree required.
• At least 1 year APP experience required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care to bariatric candidates and patients, including pre/post-operative assessment.
• Participate in treatment planning, patient counseling, and monthly office visits.

Skills

ACNP Nursing

Physician Assistant

Bariatric surgery care

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (ACNP)

Physician Assistant degree

Job description

Overview

Carle Health is seeking a Bariatric Surgery Advanced Practice Provider to join Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria, Illinois.

Opportunity Details

Position Details Include

• Join a growing Bariatric Surgery team with a BC Bariatric/General Surgeon and dedicated support staff
• Blend of clinic and hospital responsibilities
• No call or weekend responsibilities
• Schedule will be Mon - Fri from 8 AM - 4:30 PM.
• The Bariatric Surgery APP will be responsible for the delivery of care to bariatric candidates and patients as well as pre/post-operative assessment and responsibilities
• Be a part of patient treatment planning, counseling, and monthly office visits to review progress.
• In-office procedures include wound assessment and lap band fills

Educational/Experience Requirements

• Master's degree in Nursing with Acute Care specialty (ACNP) or Physician Assistant
• At least 1 year of APP experience required

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Current Illinois registered nurse license and advanced practice nurse licensure/physician assistantlicensure

About Our Community

Located on the Illinois River, Peoria is a vibrant, affordable, and convenient city with multiple dining and entertainment venues as well as nearby residential communities with highly ranked public-school districts.

About Us

At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities.

Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care.

We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $60.72 - $78.94/hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits