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Physician Assistant - DOM, Division of Infectious Diseases
$115k-137k (estimate)
Full Time
2 Weeks Ago
UI HEALTH is Hiring a Physician Assistant - DOM, Division of Infectious Diseases Near Chicago, IL
Search Extended until June 17, 2024
Hiring Department: Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases
Location: Chicago, IL
Requisition ID:1023259
Posting Close Date: February 13, 2024
About The University Of Illinois ChicagoUIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
DescriptionThe Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, is recruiting a Physician Assistant (PA) to manage both patients with infections and/or requiring home antibiotics in the outpatient setting and primarily on the inpatient general and transplant infectious disease services. Incumbent will function as an advanced practice provider in the Division.
The Physician Assistant (PA) provides comprehensive health care for assigned patients/community as determined by scope of practice guidelines and
specialty. This includes completion of a health assessment, determining diagnosis, planning and prescribing treatment within the parameters of medical staff
privileges at UI Health and area of expertise. The PA participates in the educational experiences of medical students, residents and other health care disciplines.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Hiring Department: Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases
Location: Chicago, IL
Requisition ID:1023259
Posting Close Date: February 13, 2024
About The University Of Illinois ChicagoUIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
DescriptionThe Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, is recruiting a Physician Assistant (PA) to manage both patients with infections and/or requiring home antibiotics in the outpatient setting and primarily on the inpatient general and transplant infectious disease services. Incumbent will function as an advanced practice provider in the Division.
The Physician Assistant (PA) provides comprehensive health care for assigned patients/community as determined by scope of practice guidelines and
specialty. This includes completion of a health assessment, determining diagnosis, planning and prescribing treatment within the parameters of medical staff
privileges at UI Health and area of expertise. The PA participates in the educational experiences of medical students, residents and other health care disciplines.
- Manage the care of patients within assigned area and/or area of expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges.
- Obtain relevant patient health history. Study and interpret patient tests and records.
- Perform physical exam and record findings.
- Perform various diagnostic, preventive and/or therapeutic procedures and/or order special screenings and developmental or laboratory tests to diagnose
- Prescribe/order appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and develop a treatment plan.
- Develop an educational plan for patient/family.
- Assist with scheduling of patients for upcoming procedures including coordinating with other services (division, departments) and completion of necessary documentation, scheduling forms and clearance.
- Order appropriate consultation/referral.
- Determine effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of treatment provided and patient outcomes.
- Reassess and modify plan with patient/family and treatment team within the parameters of medical staff privileges. Participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other healthcare disciplines. By being involved in case conferences, serving as a preceptor and mentor, assisting with curriculum development and instruction.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
- Graduation from an accredited PA program is required.
- Licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois required.
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
- Current controlled substance licensure required.
- Experience in infectious diseases and HIV preferred.
- Current National Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between physician, APN and PA providers as well as college and hospital leadership and the multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrated experience in leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, interpersonal communication, education, clinical experience and change management required.
- Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.
- Intermediate computer skills.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$115k-137k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/09/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/07/2024
WEBSITE
uillinois.edu
HEADQUARTERS
Chicago, IL
SIZE
>50,000
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