Physician Assistant Certified

Physician Assistant

University Pain Centers | Chicago & Westchester, IL

Immediate Opening | Full-Time | Pain Medicine | $115,000–$118,000/year

University Pain Centers, an affiliate of the Department of the Anesthesiology at Rush University Medical Center, is seeking highly motivated Physician Assistants to join our dynamic, patient-centered pain management team of physicians, pain fellows, medical residents, and other support staff. This role offers the opportunity to practice in an evidence-based, high-quality clinical environment as part of an established Physician Assistant team, alongside nationally recognized pain specialists.

Responsibilities

I. Clinical

• Completes and documents accurate patient histories and physical examinations in a timely manner.

• Conducts comprehensive or episodic health assessments and develops patient care plans.

• Orders and interprets tests, treatments, and therapies within the scope of practice.

• Prescribes medications, including controlled substances, to the extent delegated, and utilizes nonpharmacologic treatment modalities as appropriate.

• Responds promptly and professionally to web-based and telephone patient inquiries and thoroughly and accurately in accordance with clinical protocols, provider instructions, and applicable regulations.

• Orders, interprets, and performs laboratory and other diagnostic tests and procedures.

• Provides direct patient care in assigned areas, which may include hospital or ambulatory settings.

II. Professional

• Works collaboratively with supervising physicians, departmental staff, and other members of the healthcare team in an effective and comprehensive manner.

• Acts as an advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the physician assistant profession.

• Participates in all required provider activities.

• Integrates evidence-based knowledge and clinical expertise into decision-making.

• Demonstrates competency in all medical and surgical procedures and skills essential to the area of practice.

• Maintains board certification, state licensure, and continuing medical education as required by hospital, state, and federal policy.

III. Education

• Provides relevant and comprehensive patient education to patients, families, and significant others.

• Fosters the growth and development of students and other healthcare professionals.

• Continuously assesses personal capabilities and limitations, striving to improve clinical practice.

• Uses knowledge and expertise to contribute to community health improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Current Illinois PA licensure • Strong EMR proficiency

• NCCPA certification (PANCE) • Solid grasp of current practice trends

• Master's from an ARC-PA accredited PA program • Strong work ethic & communication skills

• Current BLS certification • Comfortable working autonomously/ in teams

Benefits

• 401(k) • PTO + 7 paid holidays

• Profit-sharing contribution • Paid CME time off

• Dental, health, and vision insurance • Referral program

• Life and long-term disability insurance • HSA-eligible health plan

Position Details Medical Specialty: Pain Medicine

Schedule: Full-time Work

Location: In-person (Westchester, IL 60154 and Chicago, IL 60612)

Relocation: Required prior to start date.

Interested in Learning More?

To discuss this opportunity or learn more about the position, please contact:

Asokumar Buvanendran

✉️ asokumar_buvanendran@rush.edu

University Pain Centers @ Rush

Chicago | Oak Park | Oak Brook | Westchester

www.rushpaincenter.com