at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Physician Assistant - Surgery
Physician Assistant - Surgery
Hiring Department: Plastic Surgery
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1022812
Posting Close Date: 4/23/24
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:
Position Summary
The Physician Assistant (PA) reflects the mission, vision, and values of University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System, adheres to the UI Health Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and other regulatory and accreditation standards. The PA functions as part of the multidisciplinary health team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high-quality, cost-effective advanced care to patients. The PA is responsible for the health outcome of an assigned patient population and consults and confers with supervising physicians in an area of clinical expertise within the PA's scope of licensure. The PA is required to have and maintain a faculty appointment in order to receive clinical privileges to practice at the University of Illinois Health System.
The Department of Surgery at the University of Illinois at Chicago, is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the Division of Plastics, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery.
Duties & Responsibilities
Scope of Practice:
Works within the Bylaws of the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System and in adherence to hospital and divisional policy.
Works collaboratively with other providers in the care of patients.
Performs an accurate history and physical examination of patients, comprehensive or episodic health assessments and develops patient care plans.
Performs procedures according to clinical delineation of privileges.
Provides prevention strategies and management of acute and chronic health problems.
Orders and interprets tests, treatments, and therapies within the scope of practice.
Prescribes medications, diet, supplies, prosthetic devices, and other home health aides or medication according to clinical privileges.
May provide other clinical duties within the scope of practice as directed under the emergency operation plan.
Professional:
Integrates evidence-based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision-making.
Participates in peer review and competency assessment activities.
May lead and assist in evidence-based practice research.
Demonstrates accountability for professional conduct.
Teaching:
Provides comprehensive teaching strategies for patients and their families.
May provide education and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students and current and new employees, including but not limited to medical staff, residents, advanced practice providers and nursing.
Provides formal and/or informal education or mentorship to both internal and external groups pertinent to area of specialty.
Communication & Leadership:
Clearly understands the implications of situations and uses sound judgment when dealing with multiple disciplines.
Ability to foster a cooperative work environment
Participates in program development.
Acts as a resource for clinical staff in the practice setting.
Consults with management in assessment, problem-solving,... For full info follow application link.
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 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.
