We’re looking for a Physician Assistant to support one of our Hand and Wrist Physicians at our Downtown Chicago location. This position would report to our Director of Operations, with physician input. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, with locations in Chicago and the Western Suburbs, is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The physicians of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush have received specialized training in orthopedic surgery and in subspecialty areas within the field of orthopedic medicine and can diagnose and treat even the most complicated and rare musculoskeletal conditions.
The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked 5th in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics.
Responsibilities include:
Assess patient health status including state of wellness and compliance with care plan, and determines appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Utilize practice technology including, but not limited to, electronic health record, dictation, and outcomes tools to their full capability to ensure excellent patient care.
Responsible for providing medical care as delegated by physician.
Educate patients and families as appropriate and provides continuity of care.
Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.
Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
Travel with Physician as required.
Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred.
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
BA/BS, MS preferred; graduate of AMA accredited PA program
Minimum one year experience as a PA, preferably in an orthopedic clinic setting
Current Illinois state PA license
Certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Current CPR Certification |