at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Physician Assistant
Hiring Department: Department of Medicine/
Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Location: Chicago
Requisition ID: 1019238
Posting Close Date: 06/27/2023
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC 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.
Description:
The University of Illinois Chicago
has an exciting opportunity for a Physician Assistant to work in our outpatient
Gastroenterology clinic, located in the Specialty Care Bldg. The PA will
support the Gastroenterology team, be required to provide patient care and
manage general Gastroenterology patients independently, under the supervision
of a physician. PA will advocate for patients, families, co-workers, the
community, and the nursing profession. Integrate evidence-based knowledge and
clinical expertise in decision-making. Participate in peer review and
competency assessment activities, seek experiences and formal and independent
learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills
and knowledge. Establish an effective relationship with the entire care team.
May advance the profession through presentations and publications and may lead
and assist in research and evidence based practice through participant
selection, coordination of the protocol(s), data.
Job knowledge and Skills:
Qualifications:
-Graduation from an accredited PA
program
-Licensure as a Physician
Assistant in any US State (Current license as a Physician Assistant in the
State of Illinois will be required by the time of credentialing prior to start
date)
-Current American Heart Association
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required
-Current controlled substance
licensure required
-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 of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
