Physician Assistant, Urology, Full-time

OverviewGood enough isn’t for us. Duly Health and Care’s team members show up every day driven to exceed expectations. We see and support the remarkable in every person within and beyond the walls of our work.Duly Health and Care works to understand what matters most to you. We recruit and retain team members who share a relentless passion and pride for helping others live happier and healthier lives. We invest in helping our team members develop their talents in a way that is rich in personal meaning. We invite you to join us, fulfill your purpose and make your mark!Duly Health and Care has grown into the largest and most successful independent multi-specialty group in the US with over 900 primary care and specialist physicians, 200+ Advanced Practice Providers, and more than 6,000 team members, in over 150 locations.ResponsibilitiesAre you ready to challenge the expected to deliver the extraordinary?Under the direct supervision of a collaborative physician, physician site leader, and practice manager, the Physician Assistant (PA) provides medical care to patients within a detailed scope of practice. The scope of practice identifies the range of clinical modalities and protocols agreed upon between the PA and collaborative physician. Within the ambulatory care setting, under the collaborative physician and scope of practice, the PA completes physicals; orders diagnostic and therapeutic modalities: e.g., laboratory, x-ray, EKG, etc.; performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and infection management; prescribes medications; instructs and educates patients and their families in proper healthcare, appropriate illness prevention, and home care; and documents in the patient chart progress notes, orders, etc. These aforementioned responsibilities are performed under the scope of practice to optimize clinical outcomes. The PA must be credentialed as a mid-level provider by the same Hospital(s) in which the collaborative physician has admitting privileges.The Journeys and Adventures that Await:Patient Examinations and Treatment: Performs and records complete physical examinations, as needed to evaluate a specific health problem, including a history and physical. Analyzes and interprets data, formulates presenting problems and causes, and establishes care plans for resolutions. Evaluates and treats acute minor illnesses and traumas according to established practice protocols. May assist physician with procedures or based on scope of practice, under review conduct invasive or non-invasive procedures.Orders Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities: In consultation with the collaborative physician, orders laboratory, x-ray, and/or other non-invasive diagnostic tests and procedures. Initiates referrals to appropriate physician or other health care professional of problems that exceed the NP's scope of practice.Prescribes Medication: Prescribes medications as determined under scope of practice with collaborative physician oversight and mid-level practitioner controlled substance license.Patient and Family Education: Instructs patients and families in proper healthcare, appropriate illness prevention measures, and home care in accordance with practice protocols and patient's physical condition. Adjusts communication and instruction to the patient's age, psycho-social, and cultural needs to obtain optimal health outcomes.Hospital Daily Rounds: Depending on scope of practice and hospital requirements, may make daily rounds of hospitalized patients under supervision and communication with the collaborative physician. May be expected to contribute to care discussions and provide consultation to patients, physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals to improve clinical care. Provides updates back to physician.Patient Documentation: Ensures appropriate documentation of patient-related information is in the medical chart, including discharge summaries and instructions.Performs all other duties/responsibilities as assigned as dictated under scope of practice.QualificationsGraduation from an approved school for Nurse Practitioners OR Physician Assistant-Masters Degree.Licensed or ability to obtain licensure in the state of Illinois.Previous Experience (1+ years) in Urology or similar setting.New Graduates encouraged to apply.

#J-18808-Ljbffr