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Posted: 29-Sep-25
Location: Chicago, Illinois
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Internal Number: 20525
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Group
Hospital: Rush Copley Medical Center
Department: Ogden - Orthopaedics
Orthopedic Lead – Advanced Practice Provider
Rush Copley Medical Center
Aurora, IL
Rush Copley Medical Center, in Aurora, Illinois, part of the Rush University System for Health network of hospitals, invites applications for the position of Lead Orthopedics Advanced Practice Provider.
Practice Opportunity Specifics
•10 APPs and 10 Physicians in the practice
•Role is 85% Clinical and 15% Administrative
•4 - 10-hour days per week
•Rotating call 1:8-10 days including weekends/holidays
•Coverage at Copley Surgery Center and 2 Copley Clinics (Aurora and Yorkville)
•Inpatient/Outpatient Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
The Lead APP is a clinical level APP Leader, whose responsibilities include both clinical and administrative duties:
Clinical:
•Assists physicians in performing procedures consistent with the standards of care and practice guidelines, within the Orthopedic Department.
•Provides patient care management for the clinical departments ambulatory and inpatient care units. Reviews history, performs physical assessment, formulates care plans, and follow-up. Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests/imaging, and reviews charts for upcoming appointments and needs.
•Completion of minor procedures including: dressing changes, wound care, wound vac change, suture/staple removal, incision and drainage of surgical site, debridement, splinting, IV insertion, collect/analyze specimens, needle aspiration.
•Provides patient and family with appropriate protocols to follow including as needed, pre-operative and post-operative care and other pertinent education.
•Oversees the entire clinical experience to assure that there is coordination and continuum of patient care plans and execution of those plans to tie the service together. Consults with physicians and/or surgeons regarding the care of patients for more complex diagnosis. Dictates discharge and transfer summaries in a timely manner. Ensures patient discharge is coordinated with social worker, pharmacist, physical therapist, and/or other services as needed.
•Serves as a liaison between clinical and administrative staff, clinical and nursing staff in other departments, and consult services. Responsible for orientation and training of new APPs.
•Collaborates for program development. Maintains, follows, and participates in developing standards of care, clinical pathways, and patient care protocols.
•Order and prescribe medications in accordance with statutes, rules and regulations of the State of Illinois.
•Participate in the educational conferences with Orthopedic services
ADMINITRATIVE DUTIES:
•Coordinates the APP schedule/call schedule and reviews the protocols and coverage with staff.
•Facilitates with recruitment and interviewing process, as well as hosting prospective candidates for shadowing.
•Responsible for onboarding of APPs including but not limited to complete orientation of duties, inpatient management, all necessary trainings, and skills assessment.
•Serves as clinical resource for staff through consultation, formal and informal education, review of literature, and participation in seminars and conferences. Ensures that staff meets mandatory training and licensing requirements.
•Addresses behavioral issues and adverse interpersonal interactions involving the APP staff.
•Supervises the assigned staff, including interviewing, conducting orientation, training and assisting in performance evaluations; responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, and evaluating new staff.
•Supports ongoing professional development for the APP staff.
•Supports the process for tracking absenteeism, hours worked, leaves and vacation/sick time for the department.
•Assists with performance evaluation preparation in conjunction with supervising physicians.
•Performs other related duties as required.
•Collaborates with Bone and Joint Service Line Leader, Medical Director, and Practice Manager to implement processes to support growth and sustainability of the program
EXPERIENCE:
3 years of experience as a PA or NP with 3 years of experience in Orthopedics/Surgery preferred. Relevant clinical experience will be considered in lieu of the required years of APP experience.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
•Ability to guide, direct, mentor, train, and work collaboratively in a team building environment.
•Capability of collaborating with leaders across various departments to achieve shared organizational goals.
•Comprehensive knowledge of clinical operations and exposure to hospital financial and human resources policies and procedures. •Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
•Strong interpersonal skills to explain procedures, to allay the apprehension of patients, and to interact effectively with a variety of Medical Center staff and outside personnel.
•Proficient with standard Microsoft programs (i.e. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web browsers.
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a licensed physician assistant (PA) or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who functions as a member of the health care team to provide high quality, comprehensive acute and/or routine medical/surgical care of Rush patients within the scope of practice granted in accordance with the Rush University Medical Center medical staff bylaws. The APP will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards.
Rush has over 400 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. With a Director of Advanced Practice and 34 Lead APPs across the system, Rush’s vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day.
Rush University System for Health is an academic health system whose mission is to improve the health of the individuals and the diverse communities it serves through the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships. The Rush system includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital, as well as numerous outpatient care facilities. Rush University, with more than 2,500 students, is a health sciences university that comprises Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, and the College of Health Sciences.
Rush Copley Medical Center, located in the Fox Valley area, is a key part of the Rush network, offering state-of-the-art facilities and high-quality care to its community. With its academic affiliation to Rush University, Rush Copley patients benefit from access to the latest medical advancements. The hospital provides comprehensive services, from 24/7 emergency care to advanced cancer treatment, surgical services, and women's health. Rush Copley’s collaborative approach to care ensures that each patient receives compassionate, patient-centered treatment, backed by the latest technologies and medical expertise.
Rush Copley is surrounded by excellent suburbs including Naperville, which ranked number one among the 228 cities rated for the Best Cities to Raise a Family in America and Cities with the Best Public Schools in America by Niche.com. Living in the western suburbs of Chicago offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and easy access to the excitement of Chicago. Ideal for families, with excellent schools, abundant parks, and community-focused atmospheres, the affordable cost of living make the western suburbs a desirable option for those seeking a high quality of life near all that Chicago has to offer. With abundant outdoor recreation options and a rich cultural scene, it’s the perfect place to balance work, family, and personal pursuits. The area is well-connected by major highways for easy commuting.
We’re passionate about health equity: for the communities we serve, for our patients and for our employees. We know that the South and West Sides of Chicago have historically been underserved. As a result, there is a 16-year gap in the life expectancy of someone in Chicago’s Loop versus someone in Chicago’s West Side. As the largest employer on Chicago’s West Side, we take it seriously that our institution can change this. Rush has built a strong Office of Community Health Equity and Engagement, and we founded the RUSH BMO Institute of Health Equity. As part of our Anchor Mission strategy, we hire, invest, buy and source, and volunteer locally. We’ve invested more than $6 million on the West Side since 2018, and that number continues to grow every year. And, of course, we continue to provide excellent patient care for everyone who comes to Rush.
Position Requirements:
Nurse Practitioner:
•Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse
•Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position
•Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP)
•Successful completion of a program in Surgical First Assisting (RNFA) and case log.
•Maintains State of Illinois and Federal DEA license •Must maintain Rush University Medical Center (RUMC), Rush Oak Park Hospital (ROPH), and Rush Copley Medical Center (RCMC) clinical privileges, as applicable.
•CPR, ACLS and PALS certifications.
•Excellent communicator
•Experience treating patients of all ages
•Procedural experience (suturing, casting, DME application, and splinting)
Physician Assistant:
•Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate
•Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program
•Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
•Must maintain Rush University Medical Center (RUMC), Rush Oak Park Hospital (ROPH), and Rush Copley Medical Center (RCMC) clinical privileges, as applicable
•Excellent communicator
•Experience treating patients of all ages
•Procedure experience
Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, specialty; relevant experience and training; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. Additional compensation may include premium pay rates, sign-on bonuses, and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.
Pay Range: $127,000 - $167,000 per year
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
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