Physician Assistant

Illinois Bone and Joint Institute LLC•Westmont, IL

just now•Onsite

About The Position

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, LLC, is one of the largest independent physician-owned orthopedic practices in the United States, with 100 locations and 150 physicians throughout the Chicagoland area, expertise in every orthopedic specialty, and complete diagnostic and rehab services. IBJI offers relief, solutions, and comprehensive integrated care, utilizing cutting-edge technology and modern practice techniques for effective recovery. This position is for an experienced Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join a busy adult reconstruction team in Westmont, specializing in anterior hip and robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty, with a focus on high efficiency and excellent clinical results. The role offers a collaborative, high-performance environment with a competitive salary and a predictable schedule with a manageable call burden, excluding emergency room responsibilities.

Requirements

Minimum of three years of direct experience in total joint procedures.
Proficiency in surgical techniques and wound closure for primary hip and knee replacements.
Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program with completed residency.
Physician Assistant IL state licensure up to date.
Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
Active Certification from NCCPA.
Active Licensure as Physician’s Assistant in the State of Illinois.
Current CPR required.

Nice To Haves

Hip injections (preferred).
Training in orthopedic care preferred.
ACLS desirable.

Responsibilities

Perform knee injections independently and hip injections (preferred).
Evaluate surgical candidates and postoperative patients using strong clinical judgment.
Utilize experience with robotic-assisted total knee systems, such as Mako, and outpatient arthroplasty workflows.
Serve as first assistant in the operating room and manage preoperative and postoperative care.
Perform in-office procedures and conduct occasional rounding.
Collaborate with the surgeon and care team to optimize patient outcomes.
Engage in a limited call schedule alongside another mid-level provider, consisting of two weekdays per month and one weekend every quarter, excluding any emergency department call duties.
Performs other duties within the guidelines per department and hospital policy within normal scope and characteristics of the sponsoring/attending physician’s practice and current clinical privileges.