Northwestern Medicine
Physician Assistant-Neurosurgery, Full-time, Days
Northwestern Medicine, Mchenry, Illinois, United States, 60050
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient‑first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you will have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.
Job Description Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Physician Assistant to work in our Neurosurgery department. This position will involve a mix of inpatient, operating room and ambulatory care.
Schedule
Monday - Friday (5-8 hr days)
On‑call required (1:6 weekend rotation with in‑person rounding)
Rotating nights/weekends and holiday call
Locations McHenry Hospital (main) and Huntley Hospital
Responsibilities
Provides direct care to patients, demonstrating clinical expertise and advanced knowledge.
Diagnoses and manages acute and chronic health problems within the specialty area of practice.
Collaborates and consults with physicians and other health care professionals in the area of clinical expertise.
Develops educational systems and strategies for teaching patients, families and staff on topics related to the area of expertise.
Mentors graduate students in aspects of advanced practice.
Actively participates in and/or conducts research pertinent to the area of expertise.
Clinical Responsibilities
Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patient health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in the specialty area.
Provides primary prevention strategies and management of stable health problems.
Provides specialty care to assigned patients that may include both stable and unstable chronic health problems.
Establishes diagnoses for common short‑term or chronic health conditions.
Prescribes medications, diet, supplies, prosthetic devices and other home health aides or medication according to clinical privileges.
Orders and interprets appropriate laboratory tests, x‑rays, electrocardiograms and diagnostic procedures specified in clinical privileges.
Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care.
Teaches and counsels patients and families in preventive care, medical conditions, plan of care, anticipated outcomes, and the use of prescribed treatments and drugs.
Documents in the medical record all care provided and/or procedures performed.
Serves as consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise.
Leadership & Organization
Mentors staff to ensure quality of health care practices.
Assists with policy development and review in the area of expertise.
Participates in unit/departmental/divisional and/or hospital committees/task forces.
Consults with management in assessment, problem solving, decision making, and evaluating clinical/system issues.
Education
Provides comprehensive teaching to patients and their families.
Develops and participates in programs to meet continuing education needs of staff.
Provides formal education to both internal and external groups pertinent to the area of specialty.
Willing to serve as mentor and/or preceptor to students.
Quality and Outcomes
Identifies primary patient needs, participates as applicable in the NMG quality program with focus on measures in patient satisfaction, quality performance, and access.
Performs and coordinates administrative and other clinical program duties as assigned or indicated.
Develops and monitors indicators of quality care and patient satisfaction for a specific patient population.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required
Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physician Assistant Programs.
Physician Assistant in Medicine, Licensed (IL).
Physician Assistant certification by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required as specified by the department.
Controlled substance license and DEA registration required as specified by the department.
Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
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Job Description Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Physician Assistant to work in our Neurosurgery department. This position will involve a mix of inpatient, operating room and ambulatory care.
Schedule
Monday - Friday (5-8 hr days)
On‑call required (1:6 weekend rotation with in‑person rounding)
Rotating nights/weekends and holiday call
Locations McHenry Hospital (main) and Huntley Hospital
Responsibilities
Provides direct care to patients, demonstrating clinical expertise and advanced knowledge.
Diagnoses and manages acute and chronic health problems within the specialty area of practice.
Collaborates and consults with physicians and other health care professionals in the area of clinical expertise.
Develops educational systems and strategies for teaching patients, families and staff on topics related to the area of expertise.
Mentors graduate students in aspects of advanced practice.
Actively participates in and/or conducts research pertinent to the area of expertise.
Clinical Responsibilities
Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patient health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in the specialty area.
Provides primary prevention strategies and management of stable health problems.
Provides specialty care to assigned patients that may include both stable and unstable chronic health problems.
Establishes diagnoses for common short‑term or chronic health conditions.
Prescribes medications, diet, supplies, prosthetic devices and other home health aides or medication according to clinical privileges.
Orders and interprets appropriate laboratory tests, x‑rays, electrocardiograms and diagnostic procedures specified in clinical privileges.
Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care.
Teaches and counsels patients and families in preventive care, medical conditions, plan of care, anticipated outcomes, and the use of prescribed treatments and drugs.
Documents in the medical record all care provided and/or procedures performed.
Serves as consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise.
Leadership & Organization
Mentors staff to ensure quality of health care practices.
Assists with policy development and review in the area of expertise.
Participates in unit/departmental/divisional and/or hospital committees/task forces.
Consults with management in assessment, problem solving, decision making, and evaluating clinical/system issues.
Education
Provides comprehensive teaching to patients and their families.
Develops and participates in programs to meet continuing education needs of staff.
Provides formal education to both internal and external groups pertinent to the area of specialty.
Willing to serve as mentor and/or preceptor to students.
Quality and Outcomes
Identifies primary patient needs, participates as applicable in the NMG quality program with focus on measures in patient satisfaction, quality performance, and access.
Performs and coordinates administrative and other clinical program duties as assigned or indicated.
Develops and monitors indicators of quality care and patient satisfaction for a specific patient population.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required
Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physician Assistant Programs.
Physician Assistant in Medicine, Licensed (IL).
Physician Assistant certification by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required as specified by the department.
Controlled substance license and DEA registration required as specified by the department.
Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
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