Physician Assistant (Western Suburbs)

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush • Naperville, IL

9d • $100,000 - $120,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to support a total joint surgeon. The role involves providing exceptional customer service in the clinic, assisting in the operating room, educating patients, and collaborating with a dedicated team. The position requires travel between clinics in Naperville and Oak Brook, IL. New graduates and experienced PAs are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Close collaboration with existing team (Physician, PAs, MA and Administrative Assistants)
• 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 provides 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.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• 401(k) Employer Contribution.
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree