Department
BSD SUR - Vascular Surgery: Clinical
About the Department
The Section of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy consists of five full-time faculty with comprehensive expertise in surgical treatment of complex vascular diseases. Working with colleagues across the enterprise, our faculty has helped established several robust centers with the aim of holistically treating patients with vascular disease, including the Center for Aortic Diseases, the Center for Venous Disease, as well as the Joint Commission/American Heart Association-accredited Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center, the first of its kind in Chicago. The section is also home to one of the first accredited vascular ultrasound laboratories, which is staffed by a team of board-certified imaging technologists.
The section's research initiatives center on patient outcomes following complex vascular surgery. The section also manages a robust fellowship program aimed at educating and preparing the next generation of vascular surgeons. This ongoing work and achievement would not be possible without the cohesive effort of the faculty and staff. We are always looking for individuals who are willing to work in our dynamic and collaborative environment toward the shared goal of improving the health of patients in our community and beyond.
Job Summary
The Lead Advanced Practice Provider (APN or PA) in the Department of Surgery works collaboratively with section leadership to ensure efficient and effective management of their assigned APP group. Provides leadership in formulating and implementing objectives aligned in each of the clinical, educational, and research missions. Collaborates department-wide to further goals and objectives. Oversees the day-to-day operations, workflows, and problem resolution for their APP group. The Lead APP is responsible for comprehensive direct patient care management, including advanced levels of assessment, intervention, planning, and evaluation of care. Manages a caseload of patients and exercises autonomous decision-making in assessing, diagnosing, and initiating delegated medical treatments.
Responsibilities
Administrative:
Partners with the Section Administrator, Section Chief, and faculty to set goals and assess performance of the APP team.
Ensures compliant and effective recruitment, onboarding, and orientation at the direction of the Department of Surgery Human Resources Office.
Manages the APP team schedule and facilitates appropriate cross training to ensure planned and unplanned absences have comprehensive coverage for safe patient care.
Engages in team development through transparent communication, coaching, mentorship, talent management and implementing a culture of best practices.
Clinical:
Takes patient histories, conducts examinations, diagnoses illnesses, orders and interprets laboratory tests, performs specified diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and develops and implements comprehensive care plans for patients.
Collaborates and/or consults with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.
Actively participates in program building, and quality measurement and improvement measures.
Oversees independent clinics and provides support to faculty clinics.
Promotes appropriate patient care protocol within the APP team relating to the physical and psychological needs of the patient.
Participates in activities that contribute to the education of healthcare professionals including one-on-one education, group education, formal presentations, and/or publishing.
Participates on UCM and BSD committees.
Keeps knowledge base current by reading professional literature and attending educational conferences.
Other:
Provides expertise to patient/family-centered care by communicating with the family regarding the changing health care needs of their family member. Update patient and families and hold family care conferences as appropriate.
Recommends process improvements to promote and practice economical and effective health 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:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
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:
An advanced degree (or equivalent, if license received prior to July 1, 2001) from an accredited school/college of nursing or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA).
Experience:
Licenses and Certifications for Advanced Practice Nurse:
Current Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) license in the State of Illinois or eligibility to receive by start date.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois or eligibility to receive by start date.
Licenses and Certifications for Physician Assistant:
Current Physician Assistant license/registration in the State of Illinois or eligibility to receive by start date.
Certification from the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) by start date.
Preferred Competencies
Demonstrated clinical competency, effective leadership and teaching skills.
Excellent judgment in interactions with physicians, care teams, patients, and families.
Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
Strategic leadership and supervisory 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
Healthcare & Medical Services
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
Yes
Health Screen Required
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$130,000.00 - $180,000.00
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
Yes
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 theBenefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
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