Orthopedic Navigator Advanced Practice Provider (APP)

Prime Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

CME support

Team-based environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Prime Healthcare's Orthopedic Navigator APP team in Chicago seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to coordinate orthopedic care from consultation through recovery, collaborating with surgeons, nurses, rehabilitation services and support staff.

The role requires 2+ years of APP experience, Illinois NP/PA licensure, and strong care coordination, patient education, and documentation skills; Monday–Friday days.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of APP experience required.
• Orthopedic, surgical, inpatient/outpatient care coordination experience preferred.
• Licensed and certified as NP or PA in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical liaison and care coordinator for orthopedic patients throughout treatment journey.
• Coordinate inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care, including pre-operative and post-operative management.
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, APPs, nursing, rehab, and clinical support teams.
• Provide patient education and facilitate care transitions to optimize outcomes.
• Assist with clinical evaluations and follow-up care as appropriate.

Skills

APP experience

Care coordination

Patient education

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Illinois NP/PA license

Job description

Overview

Orthopedic Navigator APP (NP/PA) - St. Mary's of Nazareth Hospital, Chicago

Location

St. Mary's of Nazareth Hospital, Chicago

Job Type

Full-Time

Prime Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our growing Orthopedic Services team. This is a rewarding opportunity to serve as a key clinical resource for orthopedic patients throughout their continuum of care, helping to coordinate treatment plans, optimize patient outcomes, and enhance the overall patient experience.

The Orthopedic Navigator APP will work collaboratively with orthopedic surgeons, nursing staff, rehabilitation services, and other multidisciplinary team members to facilitate seamless patient care from consultation through post-operative recovery. Qualified candidates will have prior clinical experience as an NP or PA, strong patient care and communication skills, and a passion for delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered orthopedic care. Experience in orthopedics, surgery, inpatient care, or care coordination is preferred.

Responsibilities

Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 2 years of advanced practice experience. Orthopedic, surgical, inpatient, outpatient, care coordination, or navigator experience is preferred.

Position Overview

• Full‑time position supporting Orthopedic Services
• 2 years of APP experience required
• Serve as a clinical liaison and care coordinator for orthopedic patients throughout their treatment journey
• Monday–Friday schedule with no call responsibility
• Coordinate inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care, including pre‑operative and post‑operative patient management
• Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, APPs, nursing staff, rehabilitation services, and clinical support teams
• Provide patient education, facilitate care transitions, and help optimize quality outcomes and patient satisfaction
• Assist with clinical evaluations, follow‑up care, and orthopedic patient navigation as appropriate

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, team‑based environment with leadership committed to APP development
• CME support and professional growth opportunities
• Mission‑driven organization with a strong focus on community health

Qualifications

• Licensed and certified as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the state of Illinois
• Minimum of 2 years of APP experience required; orthopedic experience strongly preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, care coordination, and documentation skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation services, and multidisciplinary care teams
• Commitment to providing high‑quality, compassionate, patient‑centered care

Pay Transparency

Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $110,000.00 to $125,000.00 on an annualized basis. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well‑being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf