Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Hematology/ Oncology, Full-time, Days

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an Oncology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our new Hematology Oncology department at the Old Irving Park Advanced Outpatient Care Center in Chicago, IL. Located approximately 8 miles northwest of Northwestern Memorial Hospital, construction of a LEED eligible,160,000 square feet facility will be completed and ready to accept patients in November 2023. 

With a wide range of primary and specialty care on-site, laboratory and imaging services, physical therapy and immediate care in one convenient location, the Northwestern Medicine Old Irving Park Advanced Outpatient Care Center will offer access to world-class care.

• Oncology Primary care, dermatology, cardiology, GI, endocrinology, , ophthalmology (and others) on-site
• Program development opportunities both locally and within the Northwestern Medicine network
• An extremely rewarding environment where you can make a great impact

To learn more about the Northwestern Medicine Old Irving Park Advanced Outpatient Care Center, click the link - Old Irving Park. 

Schedule: M-F, days; no nights/weekends/holidays/on-call

Location: 4445 W Irving Park Rd

Essential Functions: 

Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities which may include diagnosis and management of a wide range of health problems. Responsible for health outcome of an assigned patient population. Confers with collaborating physician and other health professionals in area of clinical expertise. Develops appropriate educational systems for patients, families and staff in areas of expertise. Mentors graduate students in aspects of advanced practice and patient care. Actively participates in quality improvement and/or research pertinent to area of expertise. 

Responsibilities: 

Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in clinical area. Provides direct clinical care to patients. Prescribes/orders medications, therapies; orders/interprets laboratory tests, x-rays and procedures according to clinical privileges. Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care. Provides comprehensive teaching to patients and families. Documents in the medical record all care and education provided and/or procedures performed for which the Licensed Advanced Practice Provider is responsible. Refers to other disciplines as appropriate. Consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise. Integrates research based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision making. Exemplifies a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation. Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community. Maintains certifications and continuing education as required for licensure and privileging. Serves as a patient advocate and role model for "Patients First". Participates in unit/departmental/divisional or hospital committees/task forces as appropriate. Provides comprehensive teaching strategies for patients and their families. Develops and participates in programs to meet continuing education needs of staff. Serves as a role model and preceptor to students. Provides formal education to both internal and external groups pertinent to area of specialty. Participates in quality improvement and/or research initiatives for specific patient population as appropriate. 

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program  
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Certification as an Advanced Pract