Department
BSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Advanced Practice Providers - Outpatient Malignant
Job Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider will provide comprehensive care to patients for outpatient Chest Oncology Program within the Section of Hematology/Oncology in The Department of Medicine.
Responsibilities
- Provides a model of care that is shaped by theory, expanded by science, research and reflective practice, and is identified by a holistic and comprehensive approach to the patients.
- Manages the care of patients, including assessment, diagnosis and treatment for assigned patients including those with lung cancer, thymomas, and mesothelioma.
- Documents history and physical examination and changes in management according to government guidelines in the outpatient clinic at University of Chicago.
- Helps arrange diagnostic tests, follows-up on tests, and other patient care issues.
- Staff clinics as assigned; attends multidisciplinary conferences and research meetings of the Chest Oncology Program.
- As part of duties, performs reporting for government agencies, charts review, refills prescriptions, and answers phone calls for patients for whom the advanced practice provider is involved with longitudinal care.
- Attends conferences and continuing education courses to keep abreast of updates in the management of hematology/oncology patients.
- 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.
- 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
Certifications:
- Once licensed and as needed, apply for a mid-level practitioner controlled substance license and DEA number.
- Privileged and credentialed through UCM Medical Staff Office prior to start date.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
- Conduct physical examinations and health assessments.
- Interview and obtain medical information.
- Proficiency in the use of computers.
Preferred Competencies
- Demonstrated clinical competency, effective leadership and teaching skills.
- Enter into written collaborative agreement with a collaborating physician upon hire.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
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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
$128,000.00 - $163,500.00
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.
