Physician Assistant (PA-C) (LCM)

University of Illinois Chicago•Chicago, IL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA-C) for the Emergency Medicine department. UIC is a major urban public research university and one of the largest employers in Chicago, with a diverse student body and a strong commitment to research and education across multiple disciplines, including health sciences. This position is eligible for benefits such as Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. The university values an uplifting and engaging work environment that fosters positivity, growth, and learning. AI tools may be used in candidate review, but all employment decisions are made by a person.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited PA program with Masters of Doctoral Degree in Medical Science.
Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois required.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
Current PALS or APLS required.
Current controlled substance licensure required.
Current National Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between physician, and PA providers as well as college and hospital leadership and the multi-disciplinary team.
Demonstrated experience in leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, interpersonal communication, education, clinical experience and change management required.
Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.

Nice To Haves

Having PA experience in Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care settings is preferred.
All physician assistants caring for children in the emergency department and fast track/urgent care area shall have documentation of a minimum of 16 hours of continuing education in pediatric emergency topics every two years that are approved by an accrediting agency preferred.
Graduation from an accredited PA program with Masters of Doctoral Degree in Medical Science.
Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois required.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications are required.
Current controlled substance licensure required.
Current National Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between physicians, APRN and PA providers as well as college and hospital leadership and the multi-disciplinary team.
Demonstrated experience in leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, interpersonal communication, education, clinical experience and change management required.
Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.
Having PA experience in Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care settings is preferred.
All physician assistants caring for children in the emergency department and fast track/urgent care area shall have documentation of a minimum of 16 hours of continuing education in pediatric emergency topics every two years that are approved by an accrediting agency preferred.

Responsibilities

Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.
Facilitate therapeutic relationships between physician, and PA providers as well as college and hospital leadership and the multi-disciplinary team.
Demonstrated experience in leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, interpersonal communication, education, clinical experience and change management.