Advanced Practice Provider (APN or PA)

University of Chicago; United States; On-site; USD 131,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Clinician to join the Urology section. The role emphasizes autonomous decision making in assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of delegated medical treatments, with involvement in discharge planning, staff education, and research.

Minimum qualifications include a college degree, 2+ years of related experience, and Illinois licensure. Preferred candidates may have an advanced degree and ARC-PA/NCCPA credentials, ready to work in a

Qualifications

• Education: college or university degree from an accredited school.
• Work Experience: minimum of 2 years in a related discipline.
• Certifications: Current Illinois licensure/registration and eligibility to be privileged/credentialed through the Medical Staff Office (MSO).
• Preferred: Advanced practice licensure/board certification (ARC-PA for PA programs) and NCCPA where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Obtains medical histories and performs physical assessments.
• Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests.
• Prescribes appropriate treatments.
• Screens patients and facilitates care with surgeons.
• Makes referrals to other disciplines as needed.
• May provide inpatient and outpatient services.
• Designs patient education materials to support informed decisions.
• Evaluates outcomes accounting for safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness for patients and the organization.

Skills

Clinical competency

Leadership skills

Teaching skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

College or university degree

Advanced degree preferred

Illinois licensure/registration

Job description

About the Department

Our renowned urologic surgeons oversee a broad range of surgical care programs, designed to thoroughly care for adults and children with complex urologic disease including urologic cancers in the bladder, kidney, prostate, and testicular regions. Further, our surgeons offer female urologic procedures including reconstruction, prolapse repair, salvage and urodynamics, among others. In addition to offering a wide range of surgical options, our experts are world leaders in robotic surgical techniques that enhance surgical and aesthetic outcomes for many urologic patients. The Section of Urology is also home to many busy laboratories, many of which are supported by the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense, and other major governmental and nongovernmental entities. With a special focus on cancer, our urologists are continually working toward discovering better ways to treat patients with urologic disease. This ongoing work and achievement would not be possible without the cohesive effort of the faculty and staff. We are always looking for individuals who are willing to work in our dynamic and collaborative environment toward the shared goal of improving the health of patients in our community and beyond.

Job Summary

The job uses best practices and knowledge of patients and exercises autonomous decision making in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation of delegated medical treatments. The scope of practice includes family support, discharge planning, staff education, consultation and research.

Responsibilities

• Obtains medical histories and performs physical assessments.
• Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests.
• Prescribes appropriate treatments.
• Screens patients.
• Facilitates care in collaboration with the surgeons.
• Makes referrals to other disciplines as necessary.
• May provide both inpatient and outpatient services as needed.
• 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.
• Develops diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions needed to achieve the goals and outcomes of the patient’s plan of care.
• Has a deep understanding and response to adverse drug reactions, with special attention to vulnerable populations such as infants, children, pregnant and lactating women, or older adults.
• Develops and coordinates APP training and professional development activities.
• 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

• Education: An advanced degree (or equivalent, if license received prior to July 1, 2001) from an accredited school/college of nursing or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA).
• Experience: Two or more years of clinical experience in a related area of specialty.
• Licenses and Certifications for Advanced Practice Nurse: Current Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) license in the State of Illinois or eligibility to receive by start date. Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois or eligibility to receive by start date.
• Licenses and Certifications for Physician Assistant: Current Physician Assistant license/registration in the State of Illinois or eligibility to receive by start date. Certification from the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) by start date.
• Preferred Competencies Demonstrated clinical competency, effective leadership and teaching skills.

Preferred Competencies

• Demonstrated clinical competency, effective leadership and teaching skills.
• Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments.
• Ability to interview and obtain medical information.
• Willingness to enter into written collaborative agreement with a collaborating physician upon hire.
• Once licensed and as needed, willingness to apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number.
• Willingness to be privileged and credentialed through UCM Medical Staff Office prior to start date.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in the use of computers.

Working Conditions

• Direct patient contact or clinical care setting.
• Exposure to human blood, human blood components, and/or products made from human blood.
• Exposure to infectious material.
• Exposure to X-Ray Producing Equipment.
• High stress environment.
• Irregular work schedule.
• Requires use of personal protective equipment.
• Office environment.
• Sterile/clean room environment.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• Reference Contact Information (required)

Job Family

• Role: Healthcare & Medical Services
• 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: $130,900.00 - $167,200.00
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Benefits Description: The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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