Orthopedic Advanced Practice Provider/Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Silver Cross; New Lenox (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An extraordinary opportunity awaits at a leading healthcare provider, seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider to enhance their orthopedic service line. This role involves delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative environment, performing diagnostic tasks, and engaging in quality improvement initiatives. Join a team that values excellence and fosters a culture of mutual respect and support. With a focus on professional development and comprehensive benefits, this position is perfect for those eager to make a significant impact in patient care while working alongside skilled surgeons in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

PTO and Sick Time

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing or PA program required.
• Licensed APN or PA in Illinois is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care including patient history and physical exams.
• Assist in developing care plans with supervising physician.

Skills

Orthopedic Medicine Knowledge

Communication Skills

Clinical Expertise

Patient Education

Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environment

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Program

Licensed APN or PA in Illinois

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Orthopedic Advanced Practice Provider/Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Orthopedic Advanced Practice Provider/Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Apply locations New Lenox, Illinois time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R-0009410

Silver Cross Hospital is an extraordinary place to work. We’re known for our culture of excellence and delivery of unrivaled experiences for our patients, their families, the communities we serve…and for each other. Come join us! It’s the way you want to be treated.

Position Summary: Silver Cross has an exciting opportunity for a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (collectively referred to as an Advanced Practice Provider or APP) to join our growing orthopedic service line. The APP, under the responsibility and supervision of the supervising physician, will provide care in a hospital-based setting including but not limited to inpatient consults and rounding, patient education and assisting in pre-operative and post-operative care. This position requires a strong understanding of orthopedic medicine, excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• APP will demonstrate clinical expertise and ability to function as part of a collaborative care team to deliver patient care including performing diagnostic and therapeutic tasks to allow the physician to extend his/her services.
• APP will assist in gathering patient data necessary to diagnose and develop a plan of care with the supervising physician.
• APP will provide direct clinical care including: collect health history; perform physical examination; prescribe/order medications or therapies; order and interpret lab testing, imaging studies and other modalities in line with clinical privileges; provide comprehensive teaching to patients and families and may help develop education materials.
• APP will actively participate in quality improvement programs and staff education initiatives.
• APP will document all care and education provided and/or procedures performed.
• APP will refer to and partner with other clinical disciplines as appropriate, and serve as a consultant for orthopedic care as directed by the supervising physician.
• APP will maintain a professional image and demeanor.

Required Qualifications:

Education and Training:

• Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR accredited physician assistant program
• Licensed APN or PA in the State of Illinois
• Controlled Substance and DEA license
• Experience in Orthopedics is preferred
• Electronic Medical Record proficiency
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate optimal patient care in a complex healthcare environment
• Ability to get to the hospital within 60 minutes
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with different surgeons

Work Shift Details: Days

Department: SCMG ORTHO

Benefits for You

At Silver Cross Hospital, we care about your health and well-being and that is why we work hard to provide quality and affordable benefit options for you and your eligible family members.

Silver Cross Hospital and Silver Cross Medical Groups offer a comprehensive benefit package available for Full-time and Part-time employees which includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Other voluntary benefit plans
• PTO and Sick time
• 401(k) plan with a match
• Wellness program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Silver Cross Management Services Org. - Premier Suburban Medical Group benefits offered to Full-time and Part-time employees include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Other Voluntary benefit plans
• PTO bank
• 401(k) plan with a match
• Wellness program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Registry employees who meet eligibility may participate in one of our 401(k) Savings plan with a potential match. However, registry employees are ineligible for Health and Welfare benefits.

The expected pay for this position is listed below:

$45.53 - $59.19

The final offered salary will take several factors into consideration, including but not limited to: licensure, certifications, work experience, education, knowledge, demonstrated abilities, internal equity, market data, and more.

About Us

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