Maternal-Fetal Medicine Advanced Practice Provider

Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 128,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the Maternal Fetal Medicine team in Hyde Park and offsite clinics. The role involves autonomous assessment, diagnosis, and management of high-risk pregnancies, with collaboration from supervising physicians.

Responsibilities include ordering and interpreting tests, counseling patients, providing therapy, and contributing to education and research.

Qualifications

• Must have a college or university degree from an accredited school/college.
• Completion of an accredited PA educational program is preferred.
• Illinois PA license/registration active or eligibility to obtain by start date.

Responsibilities

• Independently sees patients in Hyde Park and offsite clinics, orders and interprets diagnostic tests.
• Examines patients and collects medical information.
• Counsels patients on prescribed regimens and health maintenance.
• Prescribes therapy or medications and performs related procedures.
• Assists physicians during surgeries and complex procedures.
• Develops education materials and plans for patient care outcomes.

Skills

Organization

Problem solving

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Medical terminology

Pharmacy knowledge

Phlebotomy

EKG

Direct patient care

Verbal and written communication

Education

Physician Assistant degree

Job description

The University of Chicago is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the Maternal Fetal Medicine team in Hyde Park and offsite clinics. The role involves autonomous assessment, diagnosis, and management of high-risk pregnancies, with collaboration from supervising physicians.

Responsibilities include ordering and interpreting tests, counseling patients, providing therapy, and contributing to education and research.