Advanced Practice Provider - PRN
University of Chicago
Department
About the Department
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Works with a multidisciplinary team to manage a caseload of patients by using advanced clinical skills to assess, diagnose and manage patients under supervision of a licensed physician.
Conducts admission evaluations and discharge planning of hospitalized medical patients, complete admissions and discharge paperwork for patients admitted to assign services and provide initial assessment and management of urgent issues for hospitalized patients.
Service time is expected to include weekday and weekend daytime coverage.
Initiates evaluation and management of patient care including independent advanced practice provider interventions within the scope of practice and potential for evaluation of care at night.
Performs routine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures within the scope of practice.
Identifies and participates in areas of additional academic passions including opportunities in hospitalist research, operations, education and quality care.
Participates in the development, review and evaluation of standards and protocols.
Evaluates goals and outcomes taking into account the benefit-versus-burden, safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness for the patient, family and the organization.
Develops diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions needed to achieve the goals and outcomes of the patient’s plan of care.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree from an accredited school/college.---
Work Experience:
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Certifications:
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Preferred Competencies
Ability to evaluate and manage complex, acutely ill hospitalized patients, including patients with end-stage liver disease and advanced cancer.
Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments.
Ability to interview and obtain medical information.
Willingness to enter into written collaborative agreement with a collaborating physician upon hire.
Once licensed and as needed, willingness to apply for a mid-level practitioner controlled substance license and DEA number.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
Advanced levels of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Ability to read documents or instruments.
Ability to perform detailed work.
Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks with occasional interruptions.
Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive information.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
FLSA Status
Pay Frequency
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Benefits Eligible
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
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