Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Immediate Care Center - Chicago

Department: 02190 AMG Chicago N Clark Immediate Care Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule: Wed: 12-8p, Thurs: 8-8p, Fri: 8-8p, Rotating Weekends, Holidays when it falls on scheduled day of work Pay Range: $54.90 - $82.35 Major Responsibilities Assesses, diagnoses, and determines/alters treatment and management plans appropriate for age, acuity and clinical condition. Orders, performs, and interprets appropriate diagnostic studies and prescribes pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic interventions and therapies. Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence‑based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives. Provides health promotion, disease prevention and disease management counseling and education of patients and families. Manages patients as part of an interdisciplinary team and within scope of practice. Seeks physician or other healthcare team member consultation or referrals as appropriate. Escalates need for more emergent or specialized care when necessary. Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record. Substantiates and submits professional services consistent with compliant coding and billing practices. Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team and/or health or community agencies. Performs office or hospital procedures in accordance with specialty practice, competency and granted privileges (where applicable). Other Responsibilities Participates in quality, safety, and peer review initiatives/performance activities, organizational and/or departmental meetings and committees, peer review, and workgroups as necessary. Participates in education and/or onboarding of new team members, students, and other health care professionals. Seeks experiences to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and advance the profession within and outside of the organization. Maintains standards of productivity, access, face‑to‑face time, and quality metrics to ensure optimal, safe and timely patient care delivery. Licensing and Certification Requirements Active PA license(s) in state(s) of practice. Active PA national board certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Active DEA registration prior to hire. Active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire (if practicing in Illinois). Active BLS and/or ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical practice prior to or within 6 months of hire. Educational and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Physician Assistant. No experience required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency and excellent decision‑making skills. Ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team. Ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record. Excellent communication skills. Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others. Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Capable of standing, walking, bending, stooping, and twisting continuously throughout the workday. Requires functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing. Can lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; lift up to 20 lbs over the head; carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. Our Commitment to You Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, and experience. Premium pay (shift, on‑call, and more) based on job responsibilities. Incentive pay for select positions. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. Paid Time Off programs. Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability. Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses. Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave. Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs. Educational assistance program. #J-18808-Ljbffr 125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation