Physician Assistant, Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Ultipro; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush seeks a full-time Physician Assistant to support a dynamic spine practice in Chicago. The role involves clinic and operating room assistance, collaboration with physicians, and delivering top-tier patient care across affiliated clinics in Illinois and Indiana.

Ideal candidates are graduates of AMA-accredited PA programs with IL/IN licenses or a willingness to obtain them, CPR certification, and a drive to excel in a high-volume orthopedic setting.

Qualifications

• BA/BS, MS preferred; graduate of AMA accredited PA program.
• Current Illinois and Indiana state licenses or willingness to apply.
• Certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
• Current CPR Certification

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physician, other PAs, MAs and admin staff.
• Assist physician in clinic and operating room settings.
• Assess patient health status and determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Utilize EHR, dictation, and outcomes tools to ensure excellent patient care.
• Provide medical care as delegated by physician.
• Educate patients and families and ensure continuity of care.
• Perform comprehensive physical examinations and compile medical data.
• Order or administer diagnostics and interpret results.
• Perform procedures such as injections and wound care.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Clinical documentation

Education

BA/BS, MS preferred; AMA PA program graduate

Tools

Electronic Health Record

Dictation software

Outcomes tools

Job description

Job Category: Advance Practice Provider

Requisition Number: PHYSI010605

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

1611 West Harrison Street
Chicago, IL 60612, USA

Description

It’s the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact?

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in Orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report.Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world. MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Stars, Joffrey Ballet and DePaul University Athletics.

Ready to join? We are looking for a full-time Physician Assistant to support a busy spine practice. This is a wonderful opportunity for a driven, hard-working PA looking to grow with our already busy clinical practice. We are searching for a person that is excited to provide unparalleled customer service in the clinic and OR. The position requires traveling to a combination of the following clinics located in Chicago, IL, Joliet, IL, Oak Brook, IL, and Munster, Indiana. New grads or experienced PAs are welcome to apply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Close collaboration with existing team (Physician, PA's, MA and admin.)
• Assist the physician in clinic and operating room settings.
• Assess patient health status including state of wellness and compliance with care plan and determines appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Utilize practice technology including, but not limited to, electronic health record, dictation, and outcomes tools to their full capability to ensure excellent patient care.
• Responsible for providing medical care as delegated by physician.
• Educate patients and families as appropriate and provide continuity of care.
• Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Travel with Physician as required.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.

Education and/or Experience

• BA/BS, MS preferred; graduate of AMA accredited PA program.
• Current Illinois and Indiana state license or willingly to apply.
• Certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
• Current CPR Certification

What’s in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Pay Range: $100,000 - 125,000 annualized. Compensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job-related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&DD, and short-term disability insurance.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• 401(k) Employer Contribution.
• Pet Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
• HSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Continuing Education of up to $2,500 annualized.
• Excellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana.

Our employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we’re all about. Equal Employer Opportunity. #INDAOJ

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