Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Orthopedics- Mt Pleasant

223 Aurora Medical Group, Inc.; Mount Pleasant (WI); On-site; USD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards program

Educational Assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Advocate Health in Wisconsin seeks an Advanced Practice Clinician (Physician Assistant/NP) for Orthopedics. The role focuses on evaluating and managing patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings, with emphasis on autonomy and collaboration within the surgical orthopedics team.

Candidates should possess PA-C and RN/NP credentials as applicable, with strong communication and organizational skills. This is a full-time position with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• 2+ years of orthopedics experience.
• PA-C license and national certification; RN license and NP certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic patients in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Obtain medical histories, perform physical exams, and determine differential diagnoses.
• Prescribe medications, therapy, and treatments as appropriate.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies to guide patient care.

Skills

Ortho experience

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Department: 02408 AMG Mount Pleasant Main - Surgery: Orthopedics Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: This position will be M-F 8-430 seeing patients in clinic office setting. New consults and follow ups. This position requires autonomy and great communication skills between providers. There may be some need for call weeks alongside of a physician throughout the year. Looking for 2+ years of experience in orthopedics. Pay Range: $54.90 - $82.35

Join us and reimagine health care Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the nation, has multiple opportunities for Advanced Practice Clinicians in Illinois and Wisconsin.

Why choose Advocate Health: Our clinician-led medical group, under the leadership of Rhonda Hoyer, VP and Chief Advanced Practice Officer, is focused on excellence, transformation and reputation through your voice Committed to cultivating the ingenuity of our diverse personalities and teams APCs actively engaged in leadership Continuing medical education flexibility Access to fully integrated continuum of care Practice at top of licensure Structured on-boarding program for new graduates and practicing APCs Variety of opportunities On-going professional development Competitive salary and benefits Whether you’re looking to practice in the heart of a city such as Chicago or Milwaukee, a clinic in the suburbs, or a charming small town, we have the perfect opportunity for you.

Major Responsibilities:

• Evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages acute, critical and chronic patients illness and diseases within both an outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital setting.
• Obtains medical histories, conducts physical examinations and assesses and determines differential diagnosis.
• Prescribes medication, therapy and treatments accordingly.
• Interprets and evaluates patient data for the purpose of determining management and treatment of patients.
• Performs minor surgeries and routine procedures.
• Consults with physician as appropriate.
• Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies in the field of clinical specialty trained and determined competent by a physician.
• Adjusts patient care plan by reviewing and monitoring treatments and therapy plans.
• Counsels, instructs and educates patients on physical and mental health including: diet, preventive health measures, health behaviors, self-care skills, disease, treatment options, and normal growth and development.
• Provides care coordination, which includes managing a variety of ancillary services, pre-operative plans, discharge planning, provider referrals and medical devices such as insulin pumps, defibrillators, and pacemakers.
• Prescribes, recommends and regulates pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies across multiple care settings, including controlled medications that are warranted by patient's diagnosis or changing medical condition.
• Prepares, dictates and signs patient care plans and summaries of patient care.
• Maintains records according to established standards and guidelines.
• Provides clinical direction to nursing staff regarding the continued care of patients.
• Follows through with nursing staff to ensure patient receives recommended care.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
• Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Physician Assistant license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices.
• Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices, and Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) certification issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or Nurse Practitioner (AANP) certification issued by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
• May obtain within 6 months based on department discretion.

Degrees:

• Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant.
• Master's Degree in Nursing.

Functional Experience:

Would prefer clinical experience in lieu of APP experience in Ortho.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the workday. Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing. Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist. lift up to 20 lbs over the head. carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance. Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs of force. perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present.

Will be exposed to the following hazards: mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, protective clothing and equipment (i.e., goggles, lead apron, gloves, gowns, etc.) must be worn as necessary. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health:

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs.

Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care