Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) - Urology Research - Precision Medicine Clinic

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking at designated locations

CME allowance

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APN/PA) to lead a precision medicine clinic within the Urology Research program. The APP will evaluate high‑risk patients using Polygenic Risk Scores, provide risk‑stratified counseling, and coordinate diagnostic testing and referrals.

This role blends genomics with patient care and research data collection across a multidisciplinary team. The APP will manage clinic workflows, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to a sustainable

Qualifications

• APN or PA licensure in IL required.
• Master's level program in specialty area.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• 0–3+ years of clinical experience in primary care, oncology, cardiology, or related specialty.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and follow‑up patient visits to review PRS results and implications for disease susceptibility.
• Review medical and screening histories to identify gaps in preventive care.
• Order diagnostic tests based on PRS findings (PHI, CAC, colonoscopy).
• Manage follow‑up on test results and initiate guideline‑directed therapy (statins, lifestyle counseling, urology referral).
• Collaborate with Urology, Cardiology, and Gastroenterology to manage findings.
• Serve as a clinical resource for protocol interpretation and decision‑making.
• Communicate safety issues to supervising physician and research team.
• Participate in team meetings, events, and conferences.
• Manage clinic workflows, patient scheduling, and recruitment of eligible GHI participants.
• Maintain regulatory compliance with SOPs and IRB requirements.
• Administer pre‑ and post‑visit questionnaires to assess PRS understanding.
• Facilitate data collection for clinical and financial analysis using REDCap or approved systems.

Education

Master's level program in specialty area

Job description

Hourly Pay Range

$57.79 - $79.76 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: Advanced Practice Provider (APN/PA) - Urology Research
• Location: Glenbrook Ambulatory Care Center, Glenview, IL
• Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time (average of 40 hours/week)
• Hours: Monday through Friday between 8:00AM - 4:30PM
• Required Travel: Evanston and Highland Park
• Outpatient role

Job Description

Exciting opportunity to join Endeavor Health with the Research Institute - Urology - Precision Medicine Team! The Research - Advanced Practice Provider (APP) leads a novel, interdisciplinary precision medicine clinic operationalizing Polygenic Risk Scores (PRS) for patients identified through the Genomic Health Initiative (GHI). The APP evaluates high-risk patients (PRS >1.5) for conditions including prostate cancer, cardiovascular disease (CVD), and colorectal cancer, combining clinical expertise in genomics with care coordination to deliver individualized counseling, risk-stratified diagnostic testing, and specialist referrals. The APP manages clinic workflows, supports research data collection, and contributes to demonstrating the clinical and financial sustainability of a genomics-driven preventive care model.

• Conduct initial and follow‑up patient visits to review PRS results and their implications for disease susceptibility
• Review medical and screening histories to identify gaps in preventive care
• Order appropriate diagnostic tests based on PRS findings (i.e.: PHI, CAC, colonoscopy)
• Manage follow‑up on test results and initiate guideline‑directed therapy (e.g., statins, lifestyle counseling, urology referral) as indicated
• Collaborate with domain experts in Urology, Cardiology, and Gastroenterology, to manage actionable findings
• Serve as a clinical resource for protocol interpretation and medical decision‑making
• Communicate participant safety issues and clinical concerns to the supervising physician and research team
• Participate in team meetings, institutional events, and sponsor or department conferences
• Manage clinic workflows, patient scheduling, and recruitment of eligible GHI participants
• Maintain regulatory compliance with institutional SOPs and IRB requirements
• Administer pre‑and post‑visit patient questionnaires to assess PRS understanding and perceived utility
• Facilitate data collection for clinical and financial analysis using REDCap or other approved data capture systems

Qualifications

• License: Advanced Practice Licensure (APN) or Physician Assistant (PA) Licensure in the State of IL required; Federal DEA and Illinois Controlled Substance License required
• Education: Completion of Master's level program in specialty area
• Certification: BLS/CPR certification required
• Experience: 0-3+ years of clinical experience in primary care, oncology, cardiology, or a related specialty

Special Knowledge and Skills Required

• Excellent organizational, documentation, and time-management skills supporting simultaneous clinical and research responsibilities
• Strong collaborative skills across a multidisciplinary team of specialists, researchers, and administrators

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in or experience with translational genomics, precision medicine, or genetic counseling
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex genetic risk data and actionable patient education, in plain language to a lay patient audience
• Ability to work independently in a nurse practitioner-led environment while coordinating with a multidisciplinary team

Benefits

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Health Savings Account Options
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities
• CME allowance

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

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