Physician Assistant, Emergency, Rotating

Northwestern Medicine group; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant to join the Emergency department in a .9 FTE (36 hrs/wk) role with rotating shifts. The Advanced Practice Provider will deliver direct patient care, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and support department goals.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree from an accredited PA program, acute care certification for APRNs, and Illinois licensure.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Acute care certification required for APRNs.
• Current Illinois RN license and APRN licensure; DEA credentials as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care to Emergency Department patients.
• Prescribe medications and order labs, imaging and other procedures per privileges.
• Collaborate with physicians and other health professionals to manage patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and professional education.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program

Job description

• Full-time
• Hours Per Week / FTE: 36 hrs/wk - 0.9 FTE
• Job Shift: Rotating
• Salary Range Minimum : $63.00
• Salary Range Maximum: $82.28
• Compensation: USD 63 - USD 82.28 - hourly

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant to work in our Emergency department. This Advanced Practice Provider will be coveringdescription from the department intake.

Schedule: This is a .9 FTE

Essential Functions:

Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities which may include diagnosis and management of a wide range of health problems.

Responsible for health outcome of an assigned patient population.

Confers with collaborating physician and other health professionals in area of clinical expertise.

Develops appropriate educational systems for patients, families and staff in areas of expertise.

Mentors graduate students in aspects of advanced practice and patient care.

Actively participates in quality improvement and/or research pertinent to area of expertise.

Responsibilities:

Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in clinical area.

Provides direct clinical care to patients.

Prescribes/orders medications, therapies; orders/interprets laboratory tests, x-rays and procedures according to clinical privileges.

Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care.

Provides comprehensive teaching to patients and families.

Documents in the medical record all care and education provided and/or procedures performed for which the Licensed Advanced Practice Provider is responsible.

Refers to other disciplines as appropriate.

Consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise.

Integrates research based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision making.

Exemplifies a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation.

Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community.

Maintains certifications and continuing education as required for licensure and privileging.

Serves as a patient advocate and role model for "Patients First".

Participates in unit/departmental/divisional or hospital committees/task forces as appropriate.

Provides comprehensive teaching strategies for patients and their families.

Develops and participates in programs to meet continuing education needs of staff.

Serves as a role model and preceptor to students.

Provides formal education to both internal and external groups pertinent to area of specialty.

Participates in quality improvement and/or research initiatives for specific patient population as appropriate.

AA/EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Master’s degreefrom an accredited Physician Assistant Program

Acute care certification required for APRNs

Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number OR Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program/Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number

Privileged and credentialed through the Northwestern Medicine Medical Staff Office (MSO)

Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS, issued by the American Heart Association

Additional Information

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly