Advanced Practice Provider - Gastroenterology - Chicago Suburbs (Aurora)

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September 02, 2025

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Gastroenterology – Advanced Practice Provider

Rush Copley Medical Center

Aurora, IL 

Rush Copley Medical Center, in Aurora, Illinois, part of the Rush University System for Health network of hospitals, invites applications for the position of General Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider.

Department/division specifics:

  • Busy 5 physician and 1 inpatient APP group seeking an experienced nurse practitioner or physician assistant to join in the western suburbs of Chicago.
  • The APP will provide outpatient clinical management including polyp recall navigation, new and follow-up patient care.
  • Patients are seen at the main clinic on the hospital campus as well as in Yorkville

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Desirable Monday-Friday schedule with 36 patient facing hours per week.
  • Outpatient role with no inpatient care, no call responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

· Applicants with 2 years+ previous Advanced Practice Provider experience in Gastroenterology or Surgical specialty is required..

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a licensed physician assistant (PA) or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who functions as a member of the health care team to provide high quality, comprehensive acute and/or routine medical/surgical care of Rush patients within the scope of practice granted in accordance with the Rush University Medical Center medical staff bylaws. The APP will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards.

Rush has over 400 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. With a Director of Advanced Practice and 34 Lead APPs across the system, Rush’s vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day.

Rush University System for Health is an academic health system whose mission is to improve the health of the individuals and the diverse communities it serves through the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships. The Rush system includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital, as well as numerous outpatient care facilities. Rush University, with more than 2,500 students, is a health sciences university that comprises Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, and the College of Health Sciences.

Rush Copley Medical Center, located in the Fox Valley area, is a key part of the Rush network, offering state-of-the-art facilities and high-quality care to its community. With its academic affiliation to Rush University, Rush Copley patients benefit from access to the latest medical advancements. The hospital provides comprehensive services, from 24/7 emergency care to advanced cancer treatment, surgical services, and women's health. Rush Copley’s collaborative approach to care ensures that each patient receives compassionate, patient-centered treatment, backed by the latest technologies and medical expertise.

Rush Copley is surrounded by excellent suburbs including Naperville, which ranked number one among the 228 cities rated for the Best Cities to Raise a Family in America and Cities with the Best Public Schools in America by Niche.com. Living in the western suburbs of Chicago offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and easy access to the excitement of Chicago. Ideal for families, with excellent schools, abundant parks, and community-focused atmospheres, the affordable cost of living make the western suburbs a desirable option for those seeking a high quality of life near all that Chicago has to offer. With abundant outdoor recreation options and a rich cultural scene, it’s the perfect place to balance work, family, and personal pursuits. The area is well-connected by major highways for easy commuting.

We’re passionate about health equity: for the communities we serve, for our patients and for our employees. We know that the South and West Sides of Chicago have historically been underserved. As a result, there is a 16-year gap in the life expectancy of someone in Chicago’s Loop versus someone in Chicago’s West Side. As the largest employer on Chicago’s West Side, we take it seriously that our institution can change this. Rush has built a strong Office of Community Health Equity and Engagement, and we founded the RUSH BMO Institute of Health Equity. As part of our Anchor Mission strategy, we hire, invest, buy and source, and volunteer locally. We’ve invested more than $6 million on the West Side since 2018, and that number continues to grow every year. And, of course, we continue to provide excellent patient care for everyone who comes to Rush.

Position Requirements:

Nurse Practitioner:

  • Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse
  • Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position
  • Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP)
  • Maintains State of Illinois and Federal DEA license
  • Must maintain Rush University Medical Center (RUMC), Rush Oak Park Hospital (ROPH), and Rush Copley Medical Center (RCMC) clinical privileges, as applicable.
  • CPR, ACLS and PALS certifications.
  • Excellent communicator
  • Experience treating patients of all ages
  • Procedural experience (simple laceration repair, I&D)

Physician Assistant:

  • Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate
  • Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program
  • Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
  • Must maintain Rush University Medical Center (RUMC), Rush Oak Park Hospital (ROPH), and Rush Copley Medical Center (RCMC) clinical privileges, as applicable
  • Excellent communicator
  • Experience treating patients of all ages
  • Procedural experience (simple laceration repair, I&D)

Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, specialty; relevant experience and training; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. Additional compensation may include premium pay rates, sign-on bonuses, and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay Range: $120,307 - $151,819

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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    •Participates willingly when asked to participate in special projects or events, for example health screenings and medical student phlebotomy training classes. Gathers data or examples of orders or specimen collections for recurrent problems, for example order modification process for CPOE/EPIC orders.
    •Acts as "tech-in- charge for specified periods of time. Oversee operations according to departmental guidelines. Understands when to defer issues to appropriate personnel, for example a supervisor or director, and does so.

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