Job Summary
Job Description
Full Time position as Physician Assistant needed at Gracious Health Medical Hospital in Elgin, IL.
We are excited to share with you a new opportunity to join a growing team within our Liver Transplant department. This is an inpatient and outpatient role, while also working in the OR. You will manage pre-operative and post-operative patients with a dynamic team of providers to give your patients world-class care.
Physician Assistant in a Surgical Liver/Abdominal Transplant position is part of a collaborative team model of care consisting of attending physicians, fellows, and a team who provide care in both an inpatient and outpatient setting.
Schedule
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The role will be a 5-day work week with 8-hour shifts.
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Monday to Friday
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On-call time each month is required.
Responsibilities
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Evaluates and treats patients with acute, chronic complaints and health maintenance concerns related to the specialty.
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Obtains complete histories and performs pertinent physical exams with assessment of normal and abnormal findings on new and returning patients.
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Performs or requests and evaluates diagnostic studies as indicated upon evaluation of the patient.
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Administers medications according to the formulary protocol or upon patient-specific approval from the supervising physician, or transmits orally or in writing on a patient’s record, a prescription from the supervising physician to a person who may furnish such medication. All controlled substances in Schedules II-V inclusive require patient-specific approval by a supervising physician in advance of transmittal of the order or administration of the medication
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Orders and collects specimens for routine laboratory tests, screening procedures, and therapeutic procedures, including blood and blood products.
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Orders physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, radiology examinations, and nursing services.
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Performs designated procedures after demonstrated competency, according to written standardized procedures where applicable.
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Obtains informed consent, as indicated.
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Initiates arrangements for hospital admissions and discharges and completes appropriate paperwork.
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As directed by the supervising physician, enrolls patients in investigational studies approved by the Investigational Review Board (IRB), and orders the necessary tests and medications. Medications that are not FDA-approved or are used for a non-FDA- approved indication (off-label use) require a patient-specific order in advance from the supervising physician.
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After appropriate training, assists the supervising physician in the operating room (OR).
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Acts as a first or second assistant under the supervision of an approved supervising physician.
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Performs surgical procedures in the personal presence of the supervising physician.
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Recognizes and considers age-specific needs of patients.
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Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, families, staff, and members of the community from diverse backgrounds.
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Recognizes situations that require the immediate attention of a physician, and initiates life-saving procedures when necessary.
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Facilitates the coordination of inpatient and outpatient care and services as needed.
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Facilitates collaboration between providers and coordination of community resources.
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Ensures compliance with legal, regulatory, and clinical policies and procedures.
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Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
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Provides and coordinates patient teaching and counseling.
REQUIREMENTS
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Bachelor’s degree or above from an accredited college or university.
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Graduate of a PA program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc.
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PA - Physician Assistant State License
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BLS - Basic Life Support and
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DEA - Drug Enforcement Administration
Salary
$140,000 - $180,000 a year + Full benefits
BENEFITS:
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Competitive pay and well-deserved incentive bonuses
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CME reimbursement
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Comprehensive health
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401k with matching
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Short- and long-term disability, company-paid life insurance
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Company-paid malpractice coverage
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Upward career growth and professional development
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Supportive and appreciative culture
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Dental Insurance
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Disability insurance
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Health insurance
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Life insurance
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Malpractice insurance
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Vision insurance
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