Full-Time

Orthopedic Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

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Advocate Health Care

Advocate Health Care

10,001+ employees

Nonprofit healthcare system serving Illinois and Wisconsin

Compensation Overview

$53.80 - $80.70/hr

+ Premium Pay + Incentive Pay

Junior, Mid

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

Downers Grove, IL, USA

Category
Nursing & Allied Health Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Requirements
  • Physician Assistant license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices.
  • Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
  • Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices.
  • Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) certification issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or Nurse Practitioner (AANP) certification issued by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
  • Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA). May obtain within 6 months based on department discretion.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant.
  • Master's Degree in Nursing.
Responsibilities
  • Evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages acute, critical and chronic patients illness and diseases within both an outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital setting.
  • Obtains medical histories, conducts physical examinations and assesses and determines differential diagnosis. Prescribes medication, therapy and treatments accordingly.
  • Interprets and evaluates patient data for the purpose of determining management and treatment of patients. Performs minor surgeries and routine procedures. Consults with physician as appropriate. Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies in the field of clinical specialty trained and determined competent by a physician.
  • Adjusts patient care plan by reviewing and monitoring treatments and therapy plans. Counsels, instructs and educates patients on physical and mental health including: diet, preventive health measures, health behaviors, self-care skills, disease, treatment options, and normal growth and development.
  • Provides care coordination, which includes managing a variety of ancillary services, pre-operative plans, discharge planning, provider referrals and medical devices such as insulin pumps, defibrillators, and pacemakers.
  • Prescribes, recommends and regulates pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies across multiple care settings, including controlled medications that are warranted by patient's diagnosis or changing medical condition.
  • Prepares, dictates and signs patient care plans and summaries of patient care. Maintains records according to established standards and guidelines.
  • Provides clinical direction to nursing staff regarding the continued care of patients. Follows through with nursing staff to ensure patient receives recommended care.
  • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Desired Qualifications
  • Would Prefer Experience

Advocate Health is a nonprofit organization that operates the largest health system in Illinois, providing healthcare services primarily in Illinois and Wisconsin. It focuses on delivering high-quality patient care through a network of over 6,300 healthcare providers and offers support services to help patients manage healthcare costs, including financial advocacy. Advocate Health stands out by emphasizing clinical integration and quality improvement, providing resources and training for healthcare providers. The goal is to improve patient care and ensure healthcare accessibility for everyone, regardless of their financial situation.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$18M

Headquarters

Oak Brook, Illinois

Founded

1976

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Advocate Health is expanding telehealth services, enhancing patient reach and convenience.
  • They are investing $1 billion in Chicago's South Side, boosting community health.
  • Their partnership with Dispensary of Hope expands free medication access, reducing disparities.

What critics are saying

  • The $1 billion South Side investment risks financial overextension if returns falter.
  • The Pediatric Hospital at Home program may face operational and resource challenges.
  • New Chief Nursing Officer may cause transitional challenges in nursing practices.

What makes Advocate Health Care unique

  • Advocate Health is the largest health system in Illinois, formed in 2018.
  • They offer a unique Pediatric Hospital at Home program, a national rarity.
  • Their focus on clinical integration and quality improvement sets them apart.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Time Off programs

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Forgiveness

Educational Assistance Program

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