University of Chicago

Advanced Practice Provider, Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery

University of Chicago$130K — $167K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant clinical experience in ENT or related field
  • Education from an accredited institution, Bachelor's degree minimum
  • Current licensure as an APN or PA in Illinois required or eligible
  • Certification from the NCCPA for Physician Assistants preferred
  • Advanced clinical practice skills in patient assessment and management

Responsibilities

  • Provide independent clinical coverage in ENT and otology at the Crown Point clinic
  • Coordinate post-treatment care for head and neck cancer patients
  • Work with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver comprehensive patient care
  • Exam patients and document medical history and evaluations
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including lab results
  • Administer therapeutic procedures, and manage patient treatment plans
  • Develop patient education programs and assess treatment efficacy

Benefits

  • Health and wellness programs including physical and mental health support
  • Retirement planning resources
  • Paid time off for vacation and sick leave
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Support for continuing medical education
Full Job Description

Department

BSD SUR - OHNS: Clinical


Job Summary

The job uses best practices and knowledge of patients and exercises autonomous decision making in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation of delegated medical treatments. The scope of practice includes family support, discharge planning, staff education, consultation and research.

Responsibilities

  • Provides dedicated on-site clinical coverage at the Crown Point, Indiana clinic, holding fully independent general ENT and otology clinics and managing both non-surgical and otology patients.

  • Supports the head and neck cancer program in Hyde Park, coordinating post-treatment care, managing survivorship follow-up, and facilitating appropriate referrals to surgical faculty for complex cases.

  • Works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team, using advanced clinical skills and knowledge to provide assessment, evaluation, testing, treatment, therapies, medical management, and other direct care to general ENT and otology patients.

  • Provides healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician in outpatient settings.

  • Examines patients to obtain information about their physical condition. Instructs and counsels patients about prescribed therapeutic regimens, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.

  • Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, interprets diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.

  • Makes tentative diagnoses and decisions about the management and treatment of patients.

  • Obtains, compiles, and records patient medical data, including health history, progress notes, and results of physical examination.

  • Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and infection management.

  • Prescribes therapy or medication, typically with physician approval.

  • Designs patient education programs that include information required to make informed health care and treatment decisions.

  • 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.


Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree from an accredited school/college.


Work Experience:

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.


Certifications:

Current and/or eligible for State of Illinois licensure/registration required. Eligibility to be privileged and credentialed through the Medical Staff Office (MSO). - State of Illinois

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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:

  • Clinical experience in a related area of specialty.

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

  • Knowledge of basic medical terminology.

  • Knowledge of pharmacy, phlebotomy, injections, and general ENT/otology procedures.

  • Ability to provide direct patient care in a professional and respectful manner.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication.

  • Ability to read documents or instruments.

  • Ability to perform detailed work.

  • Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks with occasional interruptions.

  • Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive information.

Working Conditions

  • Direct patient contact in an ambulatory clinical care setting.

  • Exposure to human blood, human blood components, and/or products made from human blood.

  • Exposure to infectious material.

  • Exposure to X-Ray Producing Equipment.

  • High stress environment.

  • Irregular work schedule with early morning and evening shifts require.

  • Requires use of personal protective equipment.

  • Office environment.

  • Sterile/clean room environment.

Application Documents

  • Resume (required)

  • Cover Letter (required)


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When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.


Job Family

Healthcare & Medical Services


Role Impact

Individual Contributor


Scheduled Weekly Hours

40


Drug Test Required

Yes


Health Screen Required

Yes


Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No


Pay Rate Type

Salary


FLSA Status

Exempt


Pay Range

$130,900.00 - $167,200.00

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

Yes

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 theBenefits Guidebook.

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