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Physician Assistant ONLY - GI Surgery, Full-time, Days
Northwestern Medicine
Chicago (IL)
On-site
USD 100,000 - 110,000
Full time
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Job summary
Northwestern Medicine seeks a dedicated Physician Assistant for their GI Surgery department. This role involves coordinating OR case coverage, assisting with patient prep, and providing bedside support during robotics cases. The position offers a rotating schedule of 4x10 hour shifts with no nights or weekends. Ideal candidates will have completed an accredited PA program and possess relevant certifications.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Completion of accredited PA program required.
- 1-2 years robotic experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conducts comprehensive health appraisals and provides direct clinical care.
- Documents care and education provided to patients.
- Mentors graduate students in advanced practice.
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Education
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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 healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
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 healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description
Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Physician Assistant to work in our GI Surgery department. This is 100% OR based. The PA will coordinate OR case coverage with existing surgical based APP and general surgery residents to ensure day to day coverage. Priority coverage will be to support our robotics cases providing bedside assistance. In addition, the PA will be responsible for assisting with patient OR prep and transitioning to PACU.
Schedule: 4x10 hr shifts Monday through Friday, days; days will be rotating based upon OR needs.
- no nights/weekends/holidays/on-call
- 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.
- 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.
Required
- Completion of Physician Assistant educational program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physician Assistant Programs
- Physician Assistant in Medicine, Licensed (IL)
- Physician Assistant certification by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association) certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required as specified by department
- Controlled substance license and DEA registration required as specified by the department
- 1-2 years robotic experience preferred
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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.
If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit ourBenefitssection to learn more.
- Seniority levelAssociate
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionHealth Care Provider
- IndustriesHospitals and Health Care
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