Physician Assistant

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

401k with company match

Profit sharing

Wellness program

HSA

FSA

ID protection

Critical illness coverage

Hospital benefits

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Illinois Bone and Joint Institute is seeking a part-time Physician Assistant to join our busy sports medicine practice, primarily based in Munster, Indiana, with a predictable schedule and no routine travel between locations.

The PA will conduct histories and exams, interpret imaging, assist in injections and surgical cases, and collaborate with physicians to develop treatment plans. Illinois Bone and Joint Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited PA program with completed residency.
• Illinois state licensure up to date as Physician Assistant.
• Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
• Active NCCPA certification.
• ACLS desirable; CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Secures histories and physical exams; updates status of patients scheduled for recheck visits.
• Interprets X-rays and orders additional imaging (CTs/MRIs).
• Performs knee and shoulder injections and assists in surgery.
• Applies casts, splints, braces under physician supervision; removes staples and sutures.
• Prescribes medications and documents care; communicates progress to physician.

Skills

Independent decision making

Organization

Multi-tasking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

MS in Physician Assistant Studies

Illinois PA licensure

NCCPA certification

ACLS desirable

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Founded in 1991, IBJI is the largest orthopedic group practice in Illinois. With more than 150 physicians in every orthopedic specialty, IBJI offers care for adults and children from some of the most accomplished and respected orthopedists in the country. Serving northern Illinois and northwest Indiana with over 100 locations, IBJI makes it easy to access care. Our headquarters is in Park Ridge, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago. Our clinical services include advanced MRI imaging, pain management, non-surgical and surgical treatment plans, rheumatology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, wellness, and sports and sports training. Ortho Access walk-in clinics provide same day care for orthopedic injuries. Comprehensive care offered all in one place enables physicians, therapists and staff to work closely together, so that patients and families achieve better outcomes. Collaborative care is also more efficient. In many cases, IBJI services are substantially less expensive than those provided by large healthcare systems and emergency rooms.

Job Type

Part-time

Summary

We are seeking a part time Physician Assistant to join our busy sports medicine practice primarily based in Munster, Indiana with a predictable part time schedule and no routine travel between locations.

Responsibilities

Clinic Activities

• Secures histories and physical exams. Updates status of patients scheduled for recheck visits.
• Interprets x-rays.
• Order additional imaging such as CTs and MRIs
• Performs knee and shoulder injections.
• Applies casts, splints, braces, etc. under supervision of the physician.
• Removes staples, sutures, etc.
• Prescribes medication
• Sees patients in the clinic both independently and with supervision. Dictates clinic progress notes. Orders appropriate tests and develops patient treatment plans with physician approval.

Other Functions

• Assists in fielding/triaging physician calls.
• Accurate and complete documentation of all patient visits
• Occasional peer to peer review for MRIs he/she has ordered
• Follow up calls as needed

Performs other duties within the guidelines per department and policy within normal scope and characteristics of the sponsoring/attending physician’s practice and current clinical privileges.

Communication

Internal: Physicians, other P.A.s and N.Ps, administrators, clinical and non-clinical staff

External: Patients, families, outside referral sources/physicians, hospital personnel, vendors, regulatory/insurance personnel.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to electrical and chemical hazards; position requires lifting associated with patient transfers (up to 50 lbs.); requires the ability to bend and stoop without difficulty; involves exposure to blood-borne pathogens; requires verbal/written communication ability in the English language; involves exposure to weather elements and travel to all association hospitals and/or HOA facilities.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program with completed residency.
• Physician Assistant IL state licensure up to date
• Training in orthopedic care preferred
• Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
• Active Certification from NCCPA
• Active Licensure as Physician’s Assistant in the State of Illinois
• ACLS desirable; current CPR required

Qualifications And Experience

• At least two years of experience in a physician office or hospital preferred.
• Ability to make independent decisions about patient care
• History of exhibited competence, judgment, stability and professional integrity.
• Experience assisting physicians in surgery
• Experience diagnosing and treating patients
• Working knowledge of managed care basics, and experience working with a managed care and Medicare population
• Knowledge of practice management and EHR software
• Able to lift and assist patients, as needed.
• Must be a self-starter, highly organized with good time management skills.
• Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to document/record information.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to work well and communicate professionally with physicians, patients and staff in all levels in the organization.
• Able to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
• Capable of prioritizing and organizing information to achieve a smooth flow of tasks in the office.
• Ability to interpret and explain an extensive variety of instructions. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strength and weaknesses of alternate solutions or approaches to a problem.
• Use good judgment to determine if a problem requires consultation, referral or evaluation by the Supervising Physician or other health care professional.

Benefits

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week): medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and placement, promotion, training, transfer, retention, rate of pay and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Salary

$70-$80/hour based on experience and qualification