Department
BSD MED - Hospital Medicine - Advanced Practice Providers
About the Department
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Obtain and complete history for daytime admissions to Hospital Medicine In- patient services. Round on APP Hospital Medicine Services completing full spectrum of care coordination.
Perform and document physical examinations according to government guidelines.
Prepare admission, rounding, and discharge orders in collaboration of the attending physician for patients on the inpatient services.
Perform daily assessment and physical examination prior to multidisciplinary rounds.
Perform additional physical assessments of patients during the day as clinically indicated.
Order appropriate laboratory tests according to clinical diagnosis, clinical pathways and protocols.
Arrange and order appropriate diagnostic studies for patients under the collaboration of the attending physician.
Monitor and discuss diagnostic studies and results of laboratory tests with attending physicians, consultants, patients, and patient families.
Arrange appropriate inpatient consult services in collaboration of the attending physician.
As part of duties, perform reporting for government agencies, chart review, facilitate prescription medications at discharge and respond to patient and family inquiries as appropriate.
Coordinate discharge planning with multidisciplinary team.
Under physician supervision, directs and coordinates care of hospitalist patients. The clinician will complete detailed histories and physicals collect and interpret reports from diagnostic lab tests, radiographic procedures, and clinical studies; as well as order tests, prescribe medications.
Differentiates normal and abnormal variations for all body systems.
Accurately interprets diagnostic tests.
Gathers pertinent information systematically and skillfully from all sources: history, diagnostic tests, comprehensive physical examination, and psycho-social assessments.
Identifies educational needs of the patient and family and assists with teaching.
Incorporates assessment findings into a plan to direct patient care.
Accurately and appropriately performs routine diagnostic and therapeutic techniques according to established protocols and standardized procedures for advanced practice providers.
Initiates referrals based on patient and family need.
Maintains formal and informal systems for information sharing, planning and problem solving with clinic staff, physician partners and other Advanced Practice Providers.
Analyzes multiple sources of data in making clinical judgments and in determining the effectiveness of a plan of care.
Participates in research projects in the practice area.
Performs other related duties and initiatives as deemed necessary in the best interests of patient care.
Performs bedside evaluation and triage need for consultants and attendings to come to bedside.
Participates in the clinical onboarding of new team members as the team sees fit.
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.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree from an accredited school/college.
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
Once licensed and as needed, apply for a mid-level practitioner controlled substance license and DEA number.
Privileged and credentialed through UCM Medical Staff Office prior to start date.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
Conduct physical examinations and health assessments.
Interview and obtain medical information.
Proficiency in the use of computers.
Preferred Competencies
Demonstrated clinical competency, effective leadership and teaching skills.
Enter into written collaborative agreement with a collaborating physician upon hire.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
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