Department
BSD SUR - Transplant Surgery: Clinical
About the Department
What our surgeons can achieve in the operating room would not be possible without the ongoing work that is done in our laboratories, and this is especially true in the Section of Transplantation. Our researchers are well known for their basic science research in transplantation tolerance and clinical trial work around islet cell transplantation for diabetes.
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, using advanced clinical skills and knowledge to provide assessment, evaluation, testing, treatment, therapies, medical management, and other direct care to patients under the care of the University of Chicago Medicine.
Takes patient histories, conducts examinations, diagnoses illnesses, orders and interprets laboratory tests, performs specified diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and develops and implements comprehensive care plans for patients.
Collaborates and/or consults with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.
Participates in activities that contribute to the education of healthcare professionals including one-on-one education, group education, formal presentations, and/or publishing.
Assumes accountability for patient care in making decision, prescribing appropriate medications as set forth in the delegation of prescriptive authority, prescribing appropriate treatments, delegating task, and maintaining a comfortable environment for the patient.
Keeps knowledge base current by reading professional literature and attending educational conferences.
Partners with the Section Chief and the Vice President of the Transplant Institute to set goals and assess performance of the APP team.
Manages the APP team schedule and facilitates appropriate cross training to ensure planned and unplanned absences have comprehensive coverage for safe patient care.
Develops policies and procedures related to patient care by following established applicable best practice guidelines.
Monitors specific needs for self-development and implements a plan to achieve professional growth and networking. Promotes the professional growth of APPs through coaching, mentoring and support.
Develops and implements best practices relevant to integrated APP practice and developing at-risk metrics. Identification of system and service specific clinical performance goals.
Manages leadership and business development skills to accomplish inpatient and outpatient patient care mission, goals and strategic plan. Initiates and maintains an organizational structure for the APPs and creates a culture that facilitates collaboration and participation. Ensures the delivery of quality and cost effective patient care by working collaboratively with the APPs in Ambulatory and in-patient settings.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
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).
Experience:
Progressively responsible leadership and supervisory experience in a clinical setting.
Licenses and Certifications for Advanced Practice Nurse:
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.
Licenses and Certifications for Physician Assistant:
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.
Preferred Competencies
Demonstrated clinical competency, effective leadership, and teaching skills.
Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments.
Ability to interview and obtain medical information.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
Strategic leadership and supervisory skills.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
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