Advocate Health , the third-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the nation, has multiple opportunities for Advanced Practice Clinicians (APC) in Illinois and Wisconsin. As a clinician-led medical group under the leadership of Rhonda Hoyer, VP and Chief Advanced Practice Officer, we focus on excellence, transformation, and reputation through your voice.
Why Choose Advocate Health
- Committed to cultivating the ingenuity of our diverse personalities and teams
- APCs actively engaged in leadership
- Continuing medical education flexibility
- Access to fully integrated continuum of care
- Practice at top of licensure
- Structured on‑boarding program for new graduates and practicing APCs
- Variety of opportunities
- On‑going professional development
- Competitive salary and benefits
Major Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage acute, critical and chronic conditions for patients within an outpatient clinic setting.
- Obtain medical histories, conduct physical examinations, assess and determine differential diagnoses.
- Prescribe medication, therapy and treatments accordingly.
- Interpret and evaluate patient data to determine management and treatment plans.
- Perform minor surgeries and routine procedures, consult with physicians as appropriate, order and interpret diagnostic studies as determined competent by a supervising physician.
- Adjust patient care plans by reviewing and monitoring treatments and therapy plans.
- Counsel, instruct and educate patients on physical and mental health aspects including diet, preventive measures, health behaviors, self‑care skills, disease and treatment options.
- Provide care coordination, including ancillary services, pre‑operative plans, discharge planning, provider referrals and medical device management.
- Prescribe and regulate pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic therapies across multiple settings, including controlled medications as warranted.
- Prepare, dictate and sign patient care plans and summaries; maintain records per established standards and guidelines.
- Provide clinical direction to nursing staff and follow through to ensure recommended care is delivered.
- Demonstrate knowledge of patient age‑specific needs and adhere to departmental policies and procedures.
Licenses & Certifications
- Physician Assistant license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices.
- Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices.
- Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) or (AANP) certification issued by the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification; may be obtained within 6 months.
Degrees
- Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant.
- Master's Degree in Nursing.
Required Functional Experience
- Preferred experience in outpatient clinical settings.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
- Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency and excellent decision‑making skills.
- Ability to work independently and as an effective team member.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to collaborate and build relationships.
- Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
- Must stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist continuously during the workday.
- Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing.
- Must lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs over the head, carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.
- Must push/pull with 30 lbs of force.
- Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present.
- Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation hazards and blood/body fluids; protective clothing and equipment required.
- Operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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