Orthopedic Surgery APP

Endeavor Health; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

HSA options

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

CME allowance

Free parking

Retirement options with company match

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Surgical Physician Assistant – Orthopedics to join the Skokie Hospital team. Inpatient role, first assists in orthopedic surgeries, and collaborates with physicians to deliver patient care in the hospital and operating room.

This full-time position requires IL PA licensure, a master's degree in a surgical specialty, BLS certification, and recent orthopedic experience. Rotating 4x10-hour shifts, potential weekend and holiday coverage, and occasional cross-hospital

Qualifications

• IL PA licensure required
• DEA and Illinois Controlled Substance License required
• Master’s degree in surgical specialty required
• BLS/CPR certification required
• One year of PA experience preferred; ortho experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide care to inpatients and in the operating room under the supervision of collaborating physicians
• Assist in orthopedic sub-specialties in the operating room
• Obtain histories and perform exams; order and interpret imaging and labs
• Instruct patients on pre/postoperative care and prescribed regimens
• Document progress notes and treatment plans; follow patients through hospital care
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team to achieve optimal outcomes
• Prescribe therapies as appropriate and adhere to standards of practice

Education

Master’s level program in surgical specialty

Job description

• Endeavor Job ID: R47682

• Pay: $63.36 – $88.71 per hour
• Employment: Full time
• Location: Skokie Hospital — Skokie Ambulatory Care Center
• Endeavor Job ID: R47682

Position Highlights

• Position: Surgical Physician Assistant – Orthopedics
• Location: Skokie Hospital, Skokie, IL
• Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time (average of 40 hours/week)
• Hours: Monday – Friday. Rotating 4, 10-hour shifts starting as early as 6AM. One weekend Q6 (12hr shift on Sat and Sun) and 1-2 holidays per year required.
• Required Travel: Rare travel to other NorthShore Hospitals (including Swedish) may be required.
• Inpatient role
• Exciting opportunity to join Endeavor Health with the Orthopedic & Spine Institute!
• Under the direction of the collaborating physician(s), provides care to patients, in the inpatient and operating room settings.
• First assists to different orthopedic sub‑specialties in the operating room.
• Obtains detailed history and performs physical examinations, orders imaging, lab tests and diagnostic procedures and interprets results.
• Instructs patients on the prescribed therapeutic regimen and pre/post operative instructions.
• Maintains records and writes progress notes on status, treatments and procedures.
• Follows patients through their course of treatment in the hospital setting.
• Collaborates with physicians and the health care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Prescribes pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic therapies as appropriate.
• Demonstrates evidence‑based practice.
• Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of standards of practice in the specialty.
• Assesses the learning needs of patients and families across the continuum.
• Employs strategies, interventions and teaching to promote, maintain, and improve health.
• Provide comprehensive health assessments, differential diagnosis, and prescribe treatments under the protocol in the direct management of acute and chronic illness and disease.
• Works autonomously and in interdisciplinary teams as resources and consultants.
• Positively contributes to safety outcomes and promoting high quality patient experience.
• Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of service line goals.
• Supports the strategic plan of the organization.
• Adheres to all Endeavor Health policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• License: Physician Assistant (PA) Licensure in the State of IL required; Federal DEA and Illinois Controlled Substance License required
• Education: Completion of Master’s level program in specialty area
• Certification: BLS/CPR certification required
• Experience: One year of Physician Assistant experience preferred. Ortho experience a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in orthopedics

Benefits

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Health Savings Account Options
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• CME allowanve
• Community Involvement Opportunities

About Endeavor Health

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.