Advanced Practice Provider

About the role

The Section of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition at The University of Chicago is consistently ranked among the best specialty nationally by U.S News and World Report. With nearly 40 specialists on staff, our program plays a leading role in the understanding of digestive diseases and in developing innovative and successful treatments for patients.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive care to both outpatients and inpatients within Gastroenterology practices, working within the Practice Guideline.
• Works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, using advanced clinical skills to manage a caseload of patients as an independent healthcare provider.
• Conducts assessment, diagnosis, initiation of delegated medical treatments, independent nursing interventions and evaluation of care, in addition to certain diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures.
• Develops diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions needed to achieve the goals and outcomes of the patient’s plan of care.
• Evaluates goals and outcomes taking into account the benefits verses burden, safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness for the patient, family and the organization.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Education

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree from an accredited school/college.
• Advanced degree preferred.

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.

Certifications

• Current and/or eligible for State of Illinois licensure/registration required.
• Eligibility to be privileged and credentialed through the Medical Staff Office (MSO).

Preferred Competencies

• Demonstrated clinical competency, effective leadership and teaching skills required.
• Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments required.
• Ability to interview and obtain medical information required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently required.
• Strong organizational skills required.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skill required.
• Proficiency in the use of computers required.