Advanced Practice Provider

uchicago; Illinois; On-site; USD 128,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to deliver comprehensive care for the Head and Neck Program within the Hematology/Oncology section of the Department of Medicine.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and treat patients, document examinations, coordinate tests, and participate in conferences and continued education to advance hematology/oncology care.

Qualifications

• Education: college or university degree from an accredited school/college.
• Minimum 2 years of related work experience.
• Current or eligible for Illinois licensure/registration; MSO privileging.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage a patient caseload.
• Assess, diagnose, initiate delegated medical treatments and monitor care.
• Provide holistic, evidence-based care shaped by science and practice.
• Staff clinics, attend conferences, and manage assigned patients’ care.
• Document exams and management changes per government guidelines.
• Arrange tests, follow up results, and coordinate longitudinal care.
• Perform reporting, chart reviews, and patient communications as needed.
• Attend weekly conferences and ongoing education in hematology/oncology.
• Develop patient education programs to support informed decisions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Education

State of Illinois licensure/registration

Tools

Computers

Job description

Department

BSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Advanced Practice Providers - Outpatient Solid Tumor

About the Department

The Section of Hematology/Oncology has a proud and long tradition of excellence in research-based patient care and clinical discovery. Ranked among the finest cancer programs in the country, the Section is comprised of nationally and internationally known faculty with expertise in all major types of malignancies, blood disorders, and experimental therapies.

Job Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider will provide comprehensive care to patients for Head and Neck Program within the Section of Hematology/Oncology in The Department of Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, using advanced clinical skills to manage a caseload of patients.

• Assess, diagnose, initiate delegated medical treatments, perform independent nursing interventions and evaluate care.

• Provide a model of care that is shaped by theory, expanded by science, research and reflective practice and is identified by a holistic and comprehensive approach to the patients.

• Staff half-day or full-day clinics as assigned; attend multidisciplinary conferences of assigned disease area.

• Manage the care of patients, including assessment, diagnosis and treatment for assigned patients.

• Document history and physical examination and changes in management according to government guidelines in the outpatient clinic at University of Chicago.

• Help arrange diagnostic tests, follow-up on tests, and other patient care issues.

• As part of duties, perform reporting for government agencies, chart review, refill prescriptions, and answer phone calls for patients for whom the APP is involved with longitudinal care.

• Attend weekly conferences and yearly continuing education courses to keep abreast of hematology/oncology patient management.

• Designs patient education programs that include information required to make informed health care and treatment decisions.

• Evaluates goals and outcomes taking into account the benefit-versus-burden, safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness for the patient, family and the organization.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree from an accredited school/college.

Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through a combination of education and a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications: Current and/or eligible for State of Illinois licensure/registration required. Eligibility to be privileged and credentialed through the Medical Staff Office (MSO). - State of Illinois

Preferred Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Once licensed and as needed, apply for a mid-level practitioner controlled substance license and DEA number.

• Privileged and credentialed through UCM Medical Staff Office prior to start date.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Conduct physical examinations and health assessments.

• Interview and obtain medical information.

• Proficiency in the use of computers.

Preferred Competencies:

• Demonstrated clinical competency, effective leadership and teaching skills.

• Enter into written collaborative agreement with a collaborating physician upon hire.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)

• Cover Letter (required)

The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.

Job Family

Healthcare & Medical Services

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

Yes

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range

$128,000.00 - $163,500.00

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Posting Statement

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