Uw Health

Advanced Practice Provider, Cardiothoracic Surgery - Inpatient/First Assist

Uw Health • $150K — $166K *
Rockford, IL 61107In-Person
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Reposted 5 days ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed as a PA or NP in Illinois with an active DEA license.
  • Experience in cardiothoracic surgery, critical care, or cardiology strongly preferred.
  • Strong procedural skills with a desire to advance in cardiothoracic surgery.
  • Commitment to providing patient-centered, compassionate care.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive care to cardiothoracic patients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • Collaborate closely with cardiothoracic surgeons, cardiologists, and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Assist in surgical procedures as a first-assist and manage pre- and post-operative care.
  • Participate in developing programs like Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
  • Care for lung cancer patients in collaboration with the Carbone Cancer Center.
  • Provide call coverage with 1:3 rotation and additional call compensation.
  • Serve a regional referral area with a population exceeding 500,000.

Benefits

  • Work in a recognized Heart Hospital known for excellence in cardiac services.
  • Be part of a collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Join a Forbes' Best-In-State employer in Illinois.
  • Access excellent cultural, recreational, and outdoor amenities in the greater Rockford area.
  • Enjoy a cost of living significantly below that of major metropolitan areas.
Full Job Description
Job Description

UW Health in northern Illinois is seeking an exceptional Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner w/ First Assist) to join our dynamic Cardiothoracic Surgery team. This is a unique opportunity to become a vital part of a growing and innovative service line dedicated to providing outstanding care to our cardiothoracic patients.

We are looking for experienced or highly motivated APPs with a passion for cardiothoracic surgery and a commitment to excellence in patient care. As part of our team, you will benefit from:
  • Professional Growth: Enjoy ongoing professional development opportunities, including access to continuing education, mentorship, and the ability to expand your scope within advanced procedures.
  • Impact & Innovation: Be part of a forward-thinking program where your contributions directly shape the future of cardiothoracic care in northern Illinois.
  • Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and support a balanced schedule that allows you to thrive both professionally and personally.

Your clinical support includes the following:
  • Deliver inpatient care for cardiothoracic patients, including daily rounding in the ICU and step-down units.
  • Serve as first assist in the operating room, including opportunities to participate in robotic-assisted cardiac and thoracic procedures.
  • Manage pre- and post-operative care, ensuring seamless transitions from surgery through recovery and discharge.
  • Collaborate with the team on advanced programs such as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) and lung cancer care with the Carbone Cancer Center.
  • Be part of a robust call schedule (1:4 rotation) with additional weekend/call compensation.
  • Join the region's only designated Heart Hospital, serving a 12-county regional referral base of over 500,000 people.
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment at one of Forbes' Best-In-State employers in Illinois.

Qualifications:
  • Licensed as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner with their First Assist (NP w/ RNFA) in the state of Illinois and active DEA license (or the ability to obtain licensure prior to or upon hire).
  • Experience in cardiothoracic surgery, critical care, or cardiology strongly preferred.
  • Strong procedural skills and a desire to grow in the field of cardiothoracic surgery.
  • Commitment to providing patient-centered, compassionate care

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • Competitive salary range (based on experience):
    • $150,473 - $166,302
  • Generous vacation and CME benefits
  • Potential opportunity for additional compensation
  • Professional society dues, credentialing expenses & hospital dues covered
  • Interview and relocation expenses paid
  • Flexible insurance package with health, dental, vision, disability and life
  • Retirement Plan match and contribution
  • Malpractice with tail coverage
  • Generous provider referral bonus

About the Greater Rockford Area:

Recently named the number one housing market in America by The Wall Street Journal, Rockford and northern Illinois offer world-class attractions - all at a cost of living significantly below those of most metropolitan areas. The greater Rockford area offers superb cultural, recreational, and outdoor amenities along with an eclectic arts community of theater, symphony, museums and dance. With an award-winning park district, Rockford has unrivaled outdoor opportunities, including Golf Digest-ranked golf courses, endless bike trails and extensive indoor and outdoor sports centers. We have excellent private, parochial and public-school options, including the Gifted Academy with graduates ranked in the top 5% nationally. Our proximity to Chicago O'Hare International Airport opens up countless travel possibilities, and Chicago, Milwaukee and Madison are each just 90 minutes away or less.

About Uw Health

UW Health University Hospital is a 515-bed academic regional referral center with 127 outpatient clinics, located on the western edge of the University of Wisconsin–Madison's campus in Madison, Wisconsin. It is an American College of Surgeons designated Level I adult and pediatric trauma center, one of only two in Wisconsin. UW Health University Hospital has seven intensive care units, pediatric, neonatal, cardiac, cardiothoracic, burn, neurosurgery). UW Health University Hospital was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the 16th best hospital in the United States and the #1 hospital in Wisconsin in the publication's 2021-2022 Best Hospitals Honor Roll, earning national rankings in 10 adult and 6 pediatric specialties. Additionally, UW Health University Hospital was ranked as the 22nd best hospital in the United States and #84th Best Hospitals in the world by Newsweek in 2022. UW Health describes itself as "the integrated health system of the University of Wisconsin–Madison." It is the primary teaching affiliate of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. It is also the primary teaching affiliate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison's School of Nursing and School of Pharmacy, and is a teaching affiliate of Edgewood College's Henry Predolin School of Nursing. UW Health University Hospital is home to the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center, one of 40 National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers. UW Health also operates the American Family Children's Hospital, a 110-bed pediatric hospital located adjacent to University Hospital, as well as UW Health at the American Center, a 59-bed hospital and emergency room located on the Northeast Side of Madison. Additionally, UW Health operates a network of outpatient clinics at over 80 sites throughout southern and central Wisconsin and northern Illinois, and has partnerships with UnityPoint Meriter Hospital in Madison, Beloit Hospital in Beloit, Wisconsin, and Swedish American Hospital in Rockford, Illinois. UW Health also has an affiliated insurance company, Quartz Health Solutions, Inc., operated in partnership with UnityPoint Health and Gundersen Health System.
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