OSF HealthCare·Dixon, Illinois
The Physician Assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and manage orthopedic patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Key duties include assisting surgeons in the operating room and conducting pre- and post-operative assessments.
OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center is seeking a motivated and collaborative Physician Assistant to join our Orthopedic Surgery team in Dixon, Illinois. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced orthopedic surgeons in a well-established practice while providing high-quality, patient-centered musculoskeletal care. Position Highlights Work with a dedicated orthopedic surgery team consisting of 2 surgeons and 1 physician assistant Mix of clinic, surgical first assist, inpatient rounding, and post-operative care Opportunity to develop strong relationships with patients in a community-focused setting Supportive leadership and integrated care model at St. Katherine Medical Center and outpatient clinics in Dixon and Sterling, IL Access to OSF HealthCare's extensive network of specialists and resources
OSF HealthCare offers a comprehensive Compensation and Total Rewards Package which includes: Generous paid time off! Vacation and holiday time off to get away and recharge Well-being time for self-care, mission trips, or whatever makes you happy! Sick leave for you or to care for an ill-family member CME time and dollars Health, life, dental, and retirement plans Paid occurrence-based malpractice Concierge relocation services Student Loan repayment counseling Career Development through our Physician Leadership Academy Clinical base hourly pay range for this position: $60.39-73.68 Range shown should be used as an estimate and can be impacted by many factors including but not limited to the critical need of the position, overall experience and qualifications, community need, and other considerations. Additional compensation components may be applicable such as bonuses or incentives which may or may not be based on metric achievement.
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage orthopedic patients in outpatient and inpatient settings Assist orthopedic surgeons in the operating room Conduct pre-operative and post-operative assessments Develop treatment plans and provide patient education Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging studies Perform procedures within scope of practice Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and rehabilitation teams
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program NCCPA certification required Illinois PA license (or eligibility to obtain) Orthopedic experience preferred, but new graduates with orthopedic rotations will be considered Strong communication, clinical decision-making, and teamwork skills OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Physician Assistant program with NCCPA certification and an Illinois PA license. Orthopedic experience is preferred, though new graduates with relevant rotations are considered.
Market context
In Illinois, advanced-practice roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, specialty clinics, and care teams that need licensed clinicians with graduate-level training. These positions are competitive because employers often look for the right Illinois license, acute care certification for APRNs, and ICU experience, while benefits such as 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, and lifecycle benefits can influence the decision. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit before you apply.