Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner (Total Joint)

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner (Total Joint) at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Orthopedic Surgery nurse practitioner listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

This Orthopedic Surgery position at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is open to nurse practitioner candidates.

Nurse Practitioners are among the fastest-growing healthcare professions, with expanding scope of practice in many states and strong demand for telehealth and primary care roles.

Nationally, Orthopedic Surgery professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $510k, with the typical range spanning $380k to $700k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush lists compensation for this nurse practitioner position at $100k to $120k annually.

This is approximately 78% below the national median for Orthopedic Surgery professionals, which is around $510k.

This position is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Orthopedic surgery assistance, Patient assessment, Physical examination, Diagnostic test interpretation, Wound care, Suturing, Injections, Patient education. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Orthopedic Surgery role.

Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner will collaborate with a total joint surgeon to provide clinical support, assist in the operating room, and manage patient care plans. Responsibilities include performing physical exams, ordering diagnostic tests, educating patients, and ensuring continui...

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) with Employer Contribution. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.