Physician Assistant-Certified (75% FTE) - SMS-3837
About The Position
This is a clinical position in the teaching and clinical practice of Neonatology to medical students, residents, and allied health professionals. The major function of the Neonatal Physician Assistant includes: clinical practice, education, and consultation. The primary responsibility of the Neonatal Physician Assistant is the direct application of clinical expertise to patients and families being managed in a busy level III NICU and several level II special care nurseries. Comprehensive, family-centered health care is delivered with clinical responsibilities as outlined in the Collaboration Agreement by the collaborating physicians.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Received a passing score on the national certifying exam at time of hire.
- Ability to be licensed in the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant. Licensure is required prior to start date.
- Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of two years of experience in a Neonatal Intensive Care unit.
- Demonstrated competence in communication, clinical care management/leadership, problem identification/resolution, teaching, and research.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care as outlined in the Collaboration Agreement with neonatology faculty.
- Set an example to future practitioners of highly-skilled and conscientious practice of neonatology that is balanced with self-education and other academic activities.
- Maintain a clinical practice in neonatology in order to enhance clinical proficiency.
- Demonstrate excellence in clinical practice through period review by medical doctor faculty.
- Maintain documentation of competency on ongoing cases.
- Participate by providing didactic and clinical teaching for residency.
- Provide continuing education programs in neonatology for both the clinical faculty and for practicing physicians in the area.
- Provide a role model for NICU staff, students and residents as a teacher and practitioner of neonatology.
- Assist the Division Director in promoting and developing a comprehensive neonatology program.
- Serve on such committees as may be assigned by the Medical Director, Division Director or the Chair of Pediatrics.
- Participate in quality initiatives assigned by the Medical Director or Division Director.
- Participate in scholarly activities and promote development of academic or research activities related to neonatology to enhance the academic environment of the Division.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
