NI-Advanced Practice Provider, Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Summary

UW Health in northern Illinoisis seeking an exceptional Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) 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.

Your clinical support includes the follow:

• Provide comprehensive care to cardiothoracic patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Work closely with our renowned cardiothoracic surgeons, cardiologists, intensivists, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Opportunity to assist in surgical procedures, including first-assist responsibilities, and manage pre- and post-operative care.
• Be part of the region's only designated Heart Hospital, recognized for its excellence in cardiac services.
• Participate in developing programs like Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) and provide care for lung cancer patients in collaboration with the Carbone Cancer Center.
• 1:3 Call; additional call and weekend compensation
• Serve patients in a 12-county regional referral area with a catchment population exceeding 500,000.
• 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 (NP) 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.

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.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.