NI-Advanced Practice Provider, Surgery: Breast (PA)

UW Health; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 136,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Vacation & CME benefits

Relocation assistance

Dues & credentialing coverage

Tail coverage

Provider referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health in northern Illinois is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the Breast Surgery team. You will work with a fellowship-trained breast surgeon in a comprehensive program offering personalized, evidence-based care for benign and malignant breast conditions.

Collaborate with oncologists, plastic surgeons, radiologists and nurse navigators to ensure seamless care from diagnosis through survivorship. Opportunity for leadership in multidisciplinary tumor boards and a supportive,

Qualifications

• Licensed physician assistant (PA-C) in Illinois or ability to obtain license before start.
• NCCPA board certification with prescriptive authority in Illinois.
• Surgical experience preferred; interest in breast surgery/oncology is valued.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operative evaluations with physical exams and review imaging.
• Assist in OR for lumpectomy, mastectomy, and sentinel node biopsy.
• Manage post-operative follow-ups, wound care, and drain management.
• Provide education, emotional support and care coordination for complex diagnoses.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and care planning.
• Coordinate care across specialties for timely referrals and treatment initiation.
• Support clinic efficiency with independent patient visits and documentation.
• Care for patients with benign conditions and elevated cancer risk.

Skills

PA-C license

NCCPA certification

Prescriptive authority

Surgical experience

Breast surgery interest

Independent work

Patient-centered care

Job description

Job Posting

UW Health Northern Illinois

Physician Assistant - Breast Surgery

Position Highlights:

UW Health in northern Illinois is seeking a skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant to join our growing Breast Surgery team. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside a fellowship-trained breast surgeon in a comprehensive breast care program that emphasizes personalized, evidence-based care for patients with both benign and malignant breast conditions.

As part of our multidisciplinary approach, you'll collaborate with medical and radiation oncologists, plastic surgeons, radiologists, and nurse navigators to provide seamless, patient-centered care from diagnosis through survivorship.

Your clinical support includes:

• Conducting pre- and post-operative evaluations, including physical assessments and review of diagnostic imaging.
• Assisting in the operating room for surgical procedures such as lumpectomy, mastectomy, and sentinel lymph node biopsy.
• Managing post-operative follow-ups, including wound care, drain management, and patient education.
• Providing education, emotional support, and coordination of care for patients navigating complex diagnoses.
• Participating in multidisciplinary tumor board discussions and care planning.
• Coordinating care across specialties to ensure timely referrals, imaging, and treatment initiation.
• Supporting clinic efficiency through independent patient visits and timely documentation.
• Seeing patients with benign breast conditions and those who are at an increased risk for breast cancer

Qualifications:

• Current and valid Illinois license as a Physician Assistant (PA-C), or ability to obtain license prior to start.
• Certification by the NCCPA with prescriptive authority in Illinois.
• Surgical experience preferred; interest or prior exposure to breast surgery, oncology, or women's health is highly valued.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting.
• A patient-first mindset with a passion for compassionate, comprehensive care.

Benefits

UW Health offers a highly competitive salary guarantee and other incentives. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Competitive salary range (based on experience):
  • $135,841-$149,915
• Generous vacation and CME benefits
• Potential opportunity for additional compensation
• Professional society dues, credentialing expenses & hospital dues covered
• Interview and relocation expenses paid
• Flexible insurance package with health, dental, vision, disability and life
• Retirement Plan match and contribution
• Malpractice with tail coverage
• Generous provider referral bonus

About the Greater Rockford Area

Recently named the number one housing market in America by The Wall Street Journal, Rockford and northern Illinois offer world-class attractions - all at a cost of living significantly below those of most metropolitan areas. The greater Rockford area offers superb cultural, recreational, and outdoor amenities along with an eclectic arts community of theater, symphony, museums and dance. With an award-winning park district, Rockford has unrivaled outdoor opportunities, including Golf Digest-ranked golf courses, endless bike trails and extensive indoor and outdoor sports centers. We have excellent private, parochial and public-school options, including the Gifted Academy with graduates ranked in the top 5% nationally. Our proximity to Chicago O'Hare International Airport opens up countless travel possibilities, and Chicago, Milwaukee and Madison are each just 90 minutes away or less.

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.