Neurosurgery Coder Jobs in Elgin, IL (NOW HIRING)

Department:
02405 AMG Chicago N Halsted - Surgery: Neurosurgery
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Advocate Health
Locations: 3000 N Halsted Street & 836 W Wellington Avenue, Chicago, IL
Advocate Health is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join a collaborative and growing neurosurgical program. This role offers a balanced mix of operating room first assist responsibilities and inpatient care, with some ambulatory support, providing exposure to a wide range of neurosurgical cases.
You will work closely with a team of 3 Neurosurgeons and 1 Advanced Practice Provider, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a primarily hospital-based setting.
Practice Highlights

• Team Structure: 3 Neurosurgeons, 1 APP
• Setting: Ambulatory & hospital-based mix
• Majority hospital-based care with ambulatory support
• Scope: Breadth of neurosurgical cases with strong team collaboration

Key Responsibilities - Surgical & Procedural Care

• Serve as first assist in the operating room for neurosurgical procedures
• Assist with surgical exposure, instrumentation, suturing, and closure
• Maintain strict adherence to sterile technique and patient safety standards

Inpatient Care

• Manage new inpatient consults and perform comprehensive evaluations
• Conduct post-operative rounding and care management
• Collaborate with neurosurgeons to develop and implement treatment plans
• Ensure continuity of care and facilitate discharge planning

Ambulatory Support (as needed)

• Provide support for outpatient visits and follow-up care
• Assist with patient education and clinic workflow

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts
• No call, no nights
• No weekends or holidays
• Split responsibilities between:
• Operating Room first assist
• Inpatient consults and rounding

Why Join Advocate Health?

• Collaborative, supportive 2-provider APP model
• Exposure to complex neurosurgical procedures
• Predictable schedule with excellent work-life balance
• Opportunity to practice at the top of your license in a high-acuity environment

Pay Range
$54.90 - $82.35
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical responsibilities:
Assesses, diagnoses, and determines/alters treatment and management plans appropriate for age, acuity and clinical condition. This includes ordering, performing, and interpreting appropriate diagnostic studies and prescription of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and therapies.
Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence-based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives.
Provides health promotion, disease prevention and disease management counseling and education of patients and families.
Manages patients as part of an interdisciplinary team and within scope of practice. Seeks physician or other healthcare team member consultation or referrals as appropriate. Escalates need for more emergent or specialized care when necessary.
Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record. Substantiates and submits professional services consistent with compliant coding and billing practices.
Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team and/or health or community agencies.
Performs office or hospital procedures in accordance with specialty practice, competency and granted privileges (where applicable).
Other responsibilities:
Participates in quality, safety, and peer review initiatives/performance activities, organizational and/or departmental meetings and committees, peer review, and workgroups as necessary.
Participates in education and/or onboarding of new team members, students, and other health care professionals.
Seeks experiences to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and advance the profession within and outside of the organization.
Maintains standards of productivity, access, face-to-face time, and quality metrics to ensure optimal, safe and timely patient care delivery.
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.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
License/Registration/Certification Required:
Active PA license(s) in state(s) of practice, AND
Active PA national board certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Active DEA registration prior to hire, AND
If Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire, AND
Active BLS and/or ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical practice prior to or within 6 months of hire
Education Required: Master's Degree in Physician Assistant
Experience Required: Prior surgical, neurosurgery, or acute care experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decision-making skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record.
Excellent communication skills. Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others.
Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the workday.
Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing.
Must be able to:
Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.
Lift up to 20 lbs over the head.
Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.
Operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
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