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BSD OBG - Generalists
About the Department
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has 140 clinical providers,
providing care at the main hospital in Hyde Park and seven off site
locations. We have more than 68,000 outpatient visits, 28,000 ultrasound
visits, 2,800 deliveries, and 3,300 surgeries per year. Teaching,
research, and the highest quality clinical care are top priorities for
the Department. The residency and fellowship programs are highly ranked
and have a history of training leaders in healthcare. The Department
also has a significant research enterprise, engaging in population
health studies, as well as research conducted in wet laboratories on
tumor biology, fibroid research, and hypertensive diseases in pregnancy.
Additionally, the Section of Family Planning has established a unique
research center, CI3, which focuses on reproductive policy and
innovations in sexual and reproductive health. The department was ranked
#16 on the 2022-2023 U.S. News & World Report.
Job Summary
The job uses best practices and knowledge of patients and exercises
autonomous decision making in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation
of delegated medical treatments. The scope of practice includes family
support, discharge planning, staff education, consultation and research.
This role provides care to both our inpatient and outpatient population.
Responsibilities
- Perform duties as a PA, who is a skilled health care provider,
qualified to evaluate, diagnosis, and treat patients under the scope
of supervising and/or alternating supervising physicians.
- Services provided in the Generalist Section for patients include
well woman care, contraception and family planning options,
post-operative care, and diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Services are provided with available consultation from attending
physicians and in collaboration with medical trainees.
- The supervising physician or the alternate physician maintains final
responsibility for the care of the patient and the performance of
the PA.
- Independently sees patients in Hyde Park and offsite clinics,
administers, orders, and interprets diagnostic tests, such as
ultrasounds, CT scans, and laboratory tests.
- Examines patients to obtain information about their physical
condition.
- Instructs and counsels patients about prescribed therapeutic
regimens, emotional problems of daily living, and health
maintenance.
- Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray,
electrocardiogram, ultrasounds, and laboratory tests.
- Interprets diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
- Diagnoses and makes decisions about the management and treatment of
patients.
- Obtains, compiles, and records patient medical data, including
health history, progress notes, and results of physical examination.
- Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations,
suturing and wound care, and infection management.
- Prescribes therapy or medication.
- Performs biopsies and contraceptive procedures.
- Visits and observes patients on hospital rounds or house calls,
updating charts, ordering therapy, and reporting back to physician.
- May order medical and laboratory supplies and equipment.
- Designs patient education programs that include information required
to make informed health care and treatment decisions.
- 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.
- Has a deep understanding and response to adverse drug reactions,
with special attention to vulnerable populations such as infants,
children, pregnant and lactating women, or older adults. Develops
and coordinates APP training and professional development.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree from an
accredited school/college.
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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.
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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
Education:
- Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program
accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health
Education Programs.
Experience:
2+ y