Physician Assistant - Cardiac Surgery, Full-time, Rotating

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Palos Heights, IL

1d•$66 - $86

About The Position

Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Physician Assistant for its Cardiac Surgery department. The PA provides day-to-day ICU coverage, clinic support, and first assistance in the operating room. The schedule is Monday through Friday, four 10-hour shifts, with one weekend per month and two holidays per year. The Physician Assistant provides direct clinical care and is responsible for the health outcomes of an assigned patient population. The role includes assessing and managing a wide range of health problems, collaborating with physicians and other health professionals, educating patients, families, and staff, mentoring students, and participating in quality improvement and research activities. The PA maintains required certifications and continuing education, advocates for patients, and serves as a professional role model and preceptor. The position is full-time at 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE), with a day shift. Compensation is $66.00–$86.20 per hour.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physician Assistant Programs.
Licensed Physician Assistant in Medicine in Illinois through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, as specified by the department.
Controlled substance license and DEA registration, as specified by the department.
Two years of experience as a Physician Assistant.
Prior operating room experience.

Nice To Haves

Cardiac Surgery experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient health appraisals by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in the clinical area.
Provide direct clinical care to patients, including diagnosis and management of health problems.
Prescribe or order medications and therapies, and order or interpret laboratory tests, x-rays, and procedures according to clinical privileges.
Evaluate patients to determine whether they need further health care and refer them to other disciplines as appropriate.
Document care, education, and procedures for which the Licensed Advanced Practice Provider is responsible in the medical record.
Provide comprehensive teaching to patients and families.
Consult with and collaborate with physicians and other health professionals in the area of clinical expertise.
Integrate research-based knowledge and clinical expertise into decision-making.
Develop educational systems and continuing-education programs for patients, families, and staff.
Mentor and precept graduate students and other students in advanced practice and patient care.
Participate in quality improvement and research initiatives relevant to the specialty and patient population.
Participate in unit, departmental, divisional, or hospital committees and task forces as appropriate.
Maintain certifications and continuing education required for licensure and privileging.
Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community, and serve as a role model for the Patients First philosophy.
Exemplify a professional image in appearance, manner, and presentation.