Description

UW HEalth in northern Illinois is seeking two Advanced Practice Providers (Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners) to join our dynamic Cardiothoracic Surgery team. We are recruiting for both surgical and non-surgical roles, offering a unique opportunity to become an integral part of a growing, innovative service line dedicated to delivering outstanding care to our cardiothoracic patients. UW Health was recently recognized as one of the Best-In-State Employers in Illinois, underscoring our commitment to both patients and providers.

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 for the surgical role 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 call schedule (1:4 rotation) with additional weekend/call compensation.

Your clinical support for the non-surgical role includes the following:      

•          Provide comprehensive outpatient care to cardiothoracic patients, including consultations, pre-operative evaluations, and post-operative follow-up.
•          Support inpatient rounding as needed, collaborating closely with cardiothoracic surgeons, cardiologists, intensivists, and the multidisciplinary team.
•          Shared call responsibilities with additional weekend/call compensation.

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.
• Commitment to providing patient-centered, compassionate care.

Benefits

UW Health offers a highly competitive salary guarantee and other incentives. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Competitive salary range
• 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

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.