Advanced Practice Provider, Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery

University of Chicago•Crown Point, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at UChicago Medicine is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care, pioneering research, and comprehensive education. The internationally recognized expertise of the Section allows the team to offer advanced and innovative approaches to managing otolaryngology disorders. They are committed to meeting the needs of each patient and their loved ones through personalized and compassionate care. The Section also conducts extensive research in areas such as allergies, chronic nasal and sinus disorders, head/neck cancers, cochlear implants, health disparities, airway problems, and pediatric otology, aiming to improve treatments and enhance patient quality of life.

Requirements

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree from an accredited school/college.
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through a combination of education and a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in a related job discipline.
Current and/or eligible for State of Illinois licensure/registration required.
Eligibility to be privileged and credentialed through the Medical Staff Office (MSO).
Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
Knowledge of pharmacy, phlebotomy, injections, and general ENT/otology procedures.
Ability to provide direct patient care in a professional and respectful manner.
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.

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree, or equivalent if license received prior to July 1, 2001, from an accredited school/college of nursing or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA).
Clinical experience in a related area of specialty.
Current Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) license in the State of Illinois or eligibility to receive by start date.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois or eligibility to receive by start date.
Current Physician Assistant license/registration in the State of Illinois or eligibility to receive by start date.
Certification from the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) by start date.

Responsibilities

Provides dedicated on-site clinical coverage at the Crown Point, Indiana clinic, holding fully independent general ENT and otology clinics and managing both non-surgical and otology patients.
Supports the head and neck cancer program in Hyde Park, coordinating post-treatment care, managing survivorship follow-up, and facilitating appropriate referrals to surgical faculty for complex cases.
Works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team, using advanced clinical skills and knowledge to provide assessment, evaluation, testing, treatment, therapies, medical management, and other direct care to general ENT and otology patients.
Provides healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician in outpatient settings.
Examines patients to obtain information about their physical condition.
Instructs and counsels patients about prescribed therapeutic regimens, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, interprets diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
Makes tentative diagnoses and decisions about the management and treatment of patients.
Obtains, compiles, and records patient medical data, including health history, progress notes, and results of physical examination.
Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and infection management.
Prescribes therapy or medication, typically with physician approval.
Designs patient education programs that include information required to make informed health care and treatment decisions.
Evaluates goals and outcomes taking into account the benefit-versus-burden, safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness for the patient, family and the organization.
Develops and coordinates APP training and professional development activities.
Performs other related work as needed.