What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider (APP, PA, NP), Inpatient & Outpatient, Liver Transplant position at The University of Chicago Medicine?
Job Description:
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, growing liver transplant program at the University of Chicago—an institution at the forefront of innovation and excellence in transplant care.
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for comprehensive direct patient care management. As an APP, you will manage a caseload of patients and exercise autonomous decision-making in the assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of delegated medical treatments.
Nurse Practitioner (NP) Required Qualifications
Physician Assistant (PA) Required Qualifications
Why Join Us:
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) in the Liver Transplant – Inpatient and Outpatient Clinc.
Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000
Eligible for Relocation Assistance
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, growing liver transplant program at the University of Chicago—an institution at the forefront of innovation and excellence in transplant care.
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for comprehensive direct patient care management. As an APP, you will manage a caseload of patients and exercise autonomous decision-making in the assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of delegated medical treatments.
This individual utilizes advanced practice skills obtained through the completion of a formal provider program. These skills include advanced levels of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care. For this position, the APP will be responsible for functions related to the clinical care and management of solid organ transplant patients and others with end-stage organ disease. The APP is also responsible for planning, organizing, and directing patient care efforts in collaboration with medical and surgical physicians and other team members.
In addition, this position includes the management of pre-liver transplant patients, post-liver transplant patients, and general hepatology patients. The APP will also perform procedures such as FibroScans and paracentesis. This role follows a hybrid model, encompassing inpatient management of high MELD and other appropriate patients, as well as outpatient care for recently discharged patients and urgent visits.
Nurse Practitioner (NP) Required Qualifications
- Master of Science in Nursing required
- Current and/or eligibility for State of Illinois RN and APN licensure/registration required
- Must be certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurse's Credentialing Center or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- Must have or be able to qualify for Illinois and DEA prescribing numbers
- Certification in ACLS requird
OR
Physician Assistant (PA) Required Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited (Physician Assistant) educational program required
- Certification by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) required
- Current and/or eligibility for State of Illinois licensure/registration required
- Certification in ACLS required
- Experience using automated IS including but not limited to: keyboards, computer terminals, telephones, battery-operated devices, heat-copying devices, and automated dispensing machines.
Preferred Qualifications
- A demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and communicate among interdisciplinary teams.
- Must feel confident to work autonomously
- Must be highly proficient and organized with patient examinations and assessments, diagnostic interpretations, clinical interventions, and health care planning.
- Must have effective problem-solving skills
- At least 6 months of inpatient/outpatient APP experience preferred.
- Experience in abdominal transplant and immunosuppression preferred but not required.
Position Details
- Job Type/FTE: 1.0, Full-time
- Shift: Days, 5x8's, 8am-5pm, No weekends, No holidays, No call.
- Unit/Department: Liver Transplant, Inpatient and Outpatient Clinic
- CBA Code: Non-Union
Why Join Us:
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.
