Emergency Medicine PA - 0.9 FTE, Rotating Nights/Weekends

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Lake Forest, IL seeks a Physician Assistant to join the Emergency Department. The role covers a rotating schedule at .9 FTE including weekends and nights, with emphasis on clinical care, patient education and collaboration with physicians.

The candidate must hold a Master’s degree in nursing or PA studies, IL RN license, and IL APRN/PA privileges with NM MSO credentialing, and will participate in quality improvement efforts and staff education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited nursing program or PA program.
• Current Illinois RN license and APRN/PA licensure in Illinois.
• Credentialed through NM MSO and CPR-BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, histories and exams in ED.
• Provide direct clinical care and prescribe medications as privileges allow.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff; participate in teaching and quality initiatives.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Lake Forest, IL seeks a Physician Assistant to join the Emergency Department. The role covers a rotating schedule at .9 FTE including weekends and nights, with emphasis on clinical care, patient education and collaboration with physicians.

The candidate must hold a Master’s degree in nursing or PA studies, IL RN license, and IL APRN/PA privileges with NM MSO credentialing, and will participate in quality improvement efforts and staff education.