Advanced Practice Provider, Plastic Surgery

University of Chicago • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At UChicago Medicine, faculty and staff in the Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery are dedicated to caring for patients suffering: covering the entire spectrum of plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery from breast reconstruction to craniomaxillofacial and microsurgery. Many faculty members are credited with pioneering several highly technical approaches in post-oncologic reconstructive surgery for cancer survivors, hand surgery, craniofacial surgery, and much more. Our plastic surgeons are also prepared to care for patients seeking cosmetic aesthetic surgery. They are committed to working with each patient to achieve the patient's desired outcome. In addition, investigators in plastic and reconstructive surgery conduct rigorous research, particularly in the area of tissue engineering and craniofacial/bone biology. Their work would have widespread implications for individuals with craniofacial defects, such as those caused by trauma or tumor surgery. The Advanced Practice Provider supports clinical care and patient services that may include educational, research, clinical support, and administrative activities under the direction and supervision of the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery team.

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).

Nice To Haves

• 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 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.
• Ability to provide direct patient care in a professional and respectful manner.
• Ability to provide direct patient care independently under the direction of the supervising physician.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to perform detailed work.
• Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks with occasional interruptions.
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive situations.
• Ability to solve problems by applying math or reasoning principles.
• Ability to train or lead others.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all plastic surgery procedures, including, but not limited to, mastectomies, breast reconstruction, tissue expanders, breast augmentations, abdominoplasties, and general plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery.
• Provide surgical and clinical support in multiple locations including but not limited to Hyde Park, River East.
• Assist in team effort to prepare for and expedite the start of surgery in the OR.
• Provide the appropriate preparation of the patient for surgery.
• Provide appropriate preoperative and postoperative instructions, and facilitate discharge planning.
• Maintain established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Round and provide clinical care for in-house patients.
• Prepare charts for clinic (i.e. obtaining IOE, outside records, pre-charting).
• Both assist physicians and provide independent clinical care to patients in the clinic.
• Hold weekly cosmetic injectables clinics.
• Coordinate patient and family education needs with staff, case managers, and other clinical personnel.
• Assist in the in- and out- patient setting in assessing patient health status and needs.
• Assist in the in- and out- patient setting in performing specified diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Assist the in- and out- patient teams in the development and implementation of comprehensive plans of care.
• Follow through in the outpatient setting via communication with appropriate health care providers to assure that proper care and follow-up is provided.
• Function as a professional role model for staff while providing expert care in the in- and out- patient setting.
• Promote, have knowledge of and utilize appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical and psychological needs of adult and geriatric patients in both in- and out- patient setting.
• Collaborate with care team members and multi-disciplinary team members to provide direct in- and out- patient care.
• Participate in self and peer evaluation to improve quality of care.
• Participate in the development, review, and evaluation of Surgical 1st Assist procedures.
• Establish and maintain a collaborative relationship with health care colleagues.
• Demonstrate effective use of verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills using strategies that promote problem resolution.
• Keep knowledge base current by reading professional literature and attending educational conferences.
• 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.
• Has a deep understanding and response to adverse drug reactions, with special attention to vulnerable populations such as infants, children, pregnant and lactating women, or older adults.
• Develops and coordinates APP training and professional development activities.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees