Developmental And Behavioral Pediatrics Advanced Practice Provider

Department

BSD PED - Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics

About the Department

In the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Chicago, we strive to provide the highest level of complex care for children from diagnosis and treatment to conducting research to find promising new therapies with a focus on teaching. We are committed to advancing the frontiers of knowledge, and the education and training of future clinical pediatricians, subspecialists, educators, clinical investigators and physician-scientists. The Department of Pediatrics is a dynamic, stimulating place to work, and because we are focused on growth and improved excellence, our staff have particularly challenging and rewarding roles.

The Section of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics strives to become a Center of Excellence in the complex diagnosis and management for diverse disabilities with origin in childhood, which include children with motor, communicative, sensory, developmental, genetic, neurological, learning, behavior, and feeding disorders. The Section plays important roles in supporting children who are survivors of neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care critical illness. As coordinated family-centered population health care is the transforming principle for future health financing initiatives, the Section is uniquely positioned to address care coordination, management pathways, and collaboration with community providers to advance both the quality and value of efforts to improve outcomes for vulnerable child disability populations with a spectrum of developmental and behavioral disorders.

Job Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider provides direct patient care, in collaboration with consulting physicians and the multidisciplinary health team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentials committee, to include identification, management, and/or referral of health problems.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and formulate plan of care in collaboration with physician, nursing staff, and the multidisciplinary health team in accordance with privileges approved by the Credentials Committee.

• Communicate follow-up plan/disposition with the follow-up health care provider.

• Prescribe and evaluate pharmacological therapies according to protocol.

• Demonstrate in-depth understanding of current professional and legal trends, concepts, and issues related to practice.

• Identify educational needs of family members and assist with teaching as appropriate.

• Ensure that appropriate systems and resources are in place to maintain established standards of care.

• Participate in self and peer evaluation to improve quality of care.

• Participate in the development, review, and evaluation of policies and procedures.

• May participate in clinical research projects conducted by supervising physicians.

• Interprets assessments, treatments, outcomes, work and disability status, and screenings in a thorough manner. Maintains clear and concise records for individual and corporate clients to meet the requirements of the department, the company and any applicable standards or laws.

• Analyzes test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.

• Has a solid understanding about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over-the-counter (OTC) medications, or herbal remedies.

• 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.

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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:

• Advanced nursing degree 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.

Experience:

• 1-2 years of clinical experience in Pediatrics.

Licenses and Certifications for Advanced Practice Nurse:

• PNP certification as pediatric nurse practitioner.

• Current Advanced Practice Nurse license in the State of Illinois and State of Indiana or eligibility to receive by start date.

• Once licensed, apply for a mid-level practitioner-controlled license and DEA number.

Licenses and Certifications for Physician Assistant:

• Current Physician Assistant license/registration in the State of Illinois and State of Indiana or eligibility to receive by start date.

• Certification from the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) by start date.

• Once licensed, apply for a mid-level practitioner-controlled license and DEA number.

Preferred Competencies

• Demonstrated clinical competency.

• Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments.

• Detail oriented.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

• Ability to use independent judgment.

• Strong communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to facilitate communication among various levels of practitioners.

• Ability to interview and obtain medical information.

• Willingness to enter into written collaborative agreement with a collaborating physician upon hire.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Working Conditions

• Clinical care setting.

• Exposure to human blood, human components, and/or products made from human blood.

• Exposure to infectious materials.

• High-stress environment.

Application Documents

• Resume (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

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

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