Description: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST POSITION DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD), the school psychologist assists students by screening for early intervention and identification as well as administering diagnostic and curriculum -based assessments as a member of the problem solving team. Psychologists also provide crisis intervention as well as individual and group intervention services supporting mental health issues for students, school personnel and community/family. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: PRIMARY FUNCTIONS • Provide screening for early intervention and identification. • Administer diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments. • Provide crisis, individual and group interventions as appropriate. • Conduct professional development/training and workshops for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. • Provide consultative services related to school and problem solving in the areas of instruction and social/emotional learning and behavior. • Assist with the coordination of community referrals, language and culture, etc. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have been awarded from an accredited college or university a master's degree in school psychology. Applicants must also hold a valid Type 73 State of Illinois School Service Personnel Certificate with an Endorsement School Psychology. (Note: Certificate(s) must show a current registration date.) <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?xKa135tGm8mPpG3L11RwFwn" width="0" height="0" />

**School Psychologist**

Under the direction of the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD), the school psychologist assists students by screening for early intervention and identification as well as administering diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments as a member of the problem-solving team. Psychologists also provide crisis intervention as well as individual and group intervention services supporting mental health issues for students, school personnel, and community/family.

**Job Description**

- Provide screening for early intervention and identification.
- Administer diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments.
- Provide crisis, individual, and group interventions as appropriate.
- Conduct professional development/training and workshops for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel.
- Provide consultative services related to school and problem-solving in the areas of instruction and social/emotional learning and behavior.
- Assist with the coordination of community referrals, language, and culture, etc.

**Requirements**

- Applicants must have been awarded from an accredited college or university a master's degree in school psychology.
- Applicants must also hold a valid Type 73 State of Illinois School Service Personnel Certificate with an Endorsement in School Psychology. (Note: Certificate(s) must show a current registration date.)

School Psychologist

Description: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST POSITION DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD), the school psychologist assists students by screening for early intervention and identification as well as administering diagnostic and curriculum -based assessments as a member of the problem solving team. Psychologists also provide crisis intervention as well as individual and group intervention services supporting mental health issues for students, school personnel and community/family. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: PRIMARY FUNCTIONS • Provide screening for early intervention and identification. • Administer diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments. • Provide crisis, individual and group interventions as appropriate. • Conduct professional development/training and workshops for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. • Provide consultative services related to school and problem solving in the areas of instruction and social/emotional learning and behavior. • Assist with the coordination of community referrals, language and culture, etc. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have been awarded from an accredited college or university a master's degree in school psychology. Applicants must also hold a valid Type 73 State of Illinois School Service Personnel Certificate with an Endorsement School Psychology. (Note: Certificate(s) must show a current registration date.) <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?kW%2bUkb41TFCyff0ltUTbOQl" width="0" height="0" />

**School Psychologist**

Under the direction of the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD), the school psychologist assists students by screening for early intervention and identification as well as administering diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments as a member of the problem-solving team. Psychologists also provide crisis intervention as well as individual and group intervention services supporting mental health issues for students, school personnel, and community/family.

**Job Description**

- Provide screening for early intervention and identification.
- Administer diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments.
- Provide crisis, individual, and group interventions as appropriate.
- Conduct professional development/training and workshops for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel.
- Provide consultative services related to school and problem-solving in the areas of instruction and social/emotional learning and behavior.
- Assist with the coordination of community referrals, language, and culture.

**Requirements**

- Applicants must have been awarded from an accredited college or university a master's degree in school psychology.
- Applicants must also hold a valid Type 73 State of Illinois School Service Personnel Certificate with an Endorsement in School Psychology. (Note: Certificate(s) must show a current registration date.)

Description: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST POSITION DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD), the school psychologist assists students by screening for early intervention and identification as well as administering diagnostic and curriculum -based assessments as a member of the problem solving team. Psychologists also provide crisis intervention as well as individual and group intervention services supporting mental health issues for students, school personnel and community/family. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: PRIMARY FUNCTIONS • Provide screening for early intervention and identification. • Administer diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments. • Provide crisis, individual and group interventions as appropriate. • Conduct professional development/training and workshops for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. • Provide consultative services related to school and problem solving in the areas of instruction and social/emotional learning and behavior. • Assist with the coordination of community referrals, language and culture, etc. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have been awarded from an accredited college or university a master's degree in school psychology. Applicants must also hold a valid Type 73 State of Illinois School Service Personnel Certificate with an Endorsement School Psychology. (Note: Certificate(s) must show a current registration date.) <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?HC2AXlKUc168LHaAs8IDLgm" width="0" height="0" />

Description: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST POSITION DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD), the school psychologist assists students by screening for early intervention and identification as well as administering diagnostic and curriculum -based assessments as a member of the problem solving team. Psychologists also provide crisis intervention as well as individual and group intervention services supporting mental health issues for students, school personnel and community/family. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: PRIMARY FUNCTIONS • Provide screening for early intervention and identification. • Administer diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments. • Provide crisis, individual and group interventions as appropriate. • Conduct professional development/training and workshops for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. • Provide consultative services related to school and problem solving in the areas of instruction and social/emotional learning and behavior. • Assist with the coordination of community referrals, language and culture, etc. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have been awarded from an accredited college or university a master's degree in school psychology. Applicants must also hold a valid Type 73 State of Illinois School Service Personnel Certificate with an Endorsement School Psychology. (Note: Certificate(s) must show a current registration date.) <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?8vtR65FWeb%2bDA77ibiVWvwg" width="0" height="0" />

Description: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST POSITION DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD), the school psychologist assists students by screening for early intervention and identification as well as administering diagnostic and curriculum -based assessments as a member of the problem solving team. Psychologists also provide crisis intervention as well as individual and group intervention services supporting mental health issues for students, school personnel and community/family. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: PRIMARY FUNCTIONS • Provide screening for early intervention and identification. • Administer diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments. • Provide crisis, individual and group interventions as appropriate. • Conduct professional development/training and workshops for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. • Provide consultative services related to school and problem solving in the areas of instruction and social/emotional learning and behavior. • Assist with the coordination of community referrals, language and culture, etc. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have been awarded from an accredited college or university a master's degree in school psychology. Applicants must also hold a valid Type 73 State of Illinois School Service Personnel Certificate with an Endorsement School Psychology. (Note: Certificate(s) must show a current registration date.) <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?PcZn9qjsmAxdykkxBLwkpgh" width="0" height="0" />

Description: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST POSITION DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD), the school psychologist assists students by screening for early intervention and identification as well as administering diagnostic and curriculum -based assessments as a member of the problem solving team. Psychologists also provide crisis intervention as well as individual and group intervention services supporting mental health issues for students, school personnel and community/family. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: PRIMARY FUNCTIONS • Provide screening for early intervention and identification. • Administer diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments. • Provide crisis, individual and group interventions as appropriate. • Conduct professional development/training and workshops for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. • Provide consultative services related to school and problem solving in the areas of instruction and social/emotional learning and behavior. • Assist with the coordination of community referrals, language and culture, etc. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have been awarded from an accredited college or university a master's degree in school psychology. Applicants must also hold a valid Type 73 State of Illinois School Service Personnel Certificate with an Endorsement School Psychology. (Note: Certificate(s) must show a current registration date.) <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?s9C9mpSRxCjgZ9jdX7zXLQi" width="0" height="0" />

Description: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST POSITION DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD), the school psychologist assists students by screening for early intervention and identification as well as administering diagnostic and curriculum -based assessments as a member of the problem solving team. Psychologists also provide crisis intervention as well as individual and group intervention services supporting mental health issues for students, school personnel and community/family. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: PRIMARY FUNCTIONS • Provide screening for early intervention and identification. • Administer diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments. • Provide crisis, individual and group interventions as appropriate. • Conduct professional development/training and workshops for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. • Provide consultative services related to school and problem solving in the areas of instruction and social/emotional learning and behavior. • Assist with the coordination of community referrals, language and culture, etc. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have been awarded from an accredited college or university a master's degree in school psychology. Applicants must also hold a valid Type 73 State of Illinois School Service Personnel Certificate with an Endorsement School Psychology. (Note: Certificate(s) must show a current registration date.) <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?NjfZMvqqLd92L1j3Iu%2fcQgj" width="0" height="0" />

Description: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST POSITION DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD), the school psychologist assists students by screening for early intervention and identification as well as administering diagnostic and curriculum -based assessments as a member of the problem solving team. Psychologists also provide crisis intervention as well as individual and group intervention services supporting mental health issues for students, school personnel and community/family. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: PRIMARY FUNCTIONS • Provide screening for early intervention and identification. • Administer diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments. • Provide crisis, individual and group interventions as appropriate. • Conduct professional development/training and workshops for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. • Provide consultative services related to school and problem solving in the areas of instruction and social/emotional learning and behavior. • Assist with the coordination of community referrals, language and culture, etc. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have been awarded from an accredited college or university a master's degree in school psychology. Applicants must also hold a valid Type 73 State of Illinois School Service Personnel Certificate with an Endorsement School Psychology. (Note: Certificate(s) must show a current registration date.) <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?xAZl2OSnWhIuVAo3ORyl9gk" width="0" height="0" />

PRIMARY FUNCTION The Registered Nurse, RN, is a member of the interdisciplinary team who work together to meet the physical, medical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual needs of hospice patients and families facing terminal illness and bereavement. The Registered Nurse, RN, is designated to provide coordination of care, ensure continuous assessment of each patients and family's needs and implementation of the interdisciplinary plan of care. Salary Range: $36 - $43 /Hourly JOB RESPONSIBILITIES a. Case Management and Supervision for Registered Nurse, RN 1. Registered Nurse, RN, follows VITAS policies and standards (See VITAS Standards Manual) and practices within the scope of the RN license and has knowledge of hospice eligibility requirements 2. Registered Nurse, RN, reports any request to practice outside of scope of license to the manager/supervisor 3. Registered Nurse, RN, performs supervision of (VITAS employed and contracted) nursing tasks delegated to Hospice Aides, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses (and contracted Registered Nurses) and Volunteers per the plan of care 4. Registered Nurse, RN, completes initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments including physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and bereavement in order to provide palliation of end-of-life symptoms 5. Registered Nurse, RN, appropriately identifies/utilizes resources, referrals such as PT, OT, Home Health, Dietary, Pharmacy, Supplies, Home Medical Equipment, and other visits/consults 6. Registered Nurse, RN, completes documentation at the time of the event and at the location of care unless otherwise directed 7. Registered Nurse, RN, provides education and training to patients, families, caregivers and referral sources in the care of the patient, including pain management 8. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in patient care meetings as assigned 9. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in weekly team meetings 10. Registered Nurse, RN, provides effective communication/shift reports through written, verbal, reporting and body language 11. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in bereavement support 12. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in the on-call rotation and/or provides shifts during non-business hours such as evenings, weekends and holidays based upon program-identified needs 13. Registered Nurse, RN, provides visits/shifts in program coverage area 14. Registered Nurse, RN, works with IDG to develop, coordinate, and follow the patients individualized plan of care 15. Registered Nurse, RN, obtains physician orders when necessary 16. Registered Nurse, RN, provides those services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill 17. Registered Nurse, RN, evaluates the outcome of services 18. Registered Nurse, RN, appropriately delegates nursing tasks to Hospice Aides/Homemakers, Volunteers, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses a) Connecticut: For activities other than those listed in section 19-13D69(d)(3) of the Connecticut Department of Public Health delegated to a Hospice/Homemaker, the RN will document in the clinical record that: i. All factors pertinent to the patient's safety, including the competence of the Hospice Aide/Homemaker have been assessed ii. Determination that this activity can be delegated safely to a Hospice Aide/Homemaker 19. Registered Nurse, RN, provides nursing care including nursing tasks that may be delegated to other roles such as LPNs, HAs and Volunteers 20. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in and monitors patient and family care compliance activities 21. Registered Nurse, RN, professionally manages/coordinates the hospice plan of care 22. Registered Nurse, RN, provides and follows infection control practices 23. Registered Nurse, RN, delivers care in accordance with the patients plan of care. i. Provides primary nursing care for inpatient and continuous care patients as assigned. b. Quality Improvement a. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Program and related activities as assigned. For the Registered Nurse, RN, this may include, but is not limited to: b. Registered Nurse, RN, participation in Performance Improvement Project(s) (PIP) c. Registered Nurse, RN, gathering clinical data which is used for quality measures c. Professional Development a. Registered Nurse, RN, develops and achieves professional growth goals and objectives personally and per Team Manager reviews b. Registered Nurse, RN, responsible for attending orientation and regularly scheduled in-services/educational conferences as assigned c. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in orientation of Hospice Aides, Volunteers and other IDG members as assigned d. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in training activities internally within VITAS and externally as assigned e. Registered Nurse, RN, provides customer service f. Registered Nurse, RN, maintains focus on the patient and family experience of care g. Registered Nurse, RN, serves as a patient and family advocate h. Registered Nurse, RN, reports patient/family/customer complaints to Team Manager i. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in patient/family/customer conflict resolution as applicable j. Registered Nurse, RN, represents the nursing profession, the VITAS site/location and VITAS overall in a positive manner JOB REQUIREMENTS a. Registered Nurse, RN, has reliable transportation with adequate insurance coverage for driver and passengers. b. Registered Nurse, RN, has telephone available (cellular or land line) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands for the Registered Nurse, RN described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the Registered Nurse, RN, the employee is regularly required to: 1. Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required. 2. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds 3. Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day 4. Talk and hear Specific vision abilities required for the Registered Nurse, RN include: 1. Close vision 2. Distance vision 3. Ability to adjust focus The Registered Nurse, RN will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE REGISTERED NURSE, RN 1. Currently licensed to practice nursing in the state where the VITAS program is located. 2. A minimum of two years of nursing experience in hospice, home health, or community health in the last five years. 3. Equivalent experience or licensure may be considered DIRECTION RECEIVED Reports directly to the Team Manager.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?18sjO48iuT3k7E0n5zGvHQa" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse (RN)**

The Registered Nurse, RN, is a member of the interdisciplinary team who work together to meet the physical, medical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of hospice patients and families facing terminal illness and bereavement. The Registered Nurse, RN, is designated to provide coordination of care, ensure continuous assessment of each patient's and family's needs, and implementation of the interdisciplinary plan of care. 

**Job Description**

- Follow VITAS policies and standards and practice within the scope of the RN license with knowledge of hospice eligibility requirements.
- Report any request to practice outside of the scope of license to the manager/supervisor.
- Supervise nursing tasks delegated to Hospice Aides, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses, and Volunteers per the plan of care.
- Complete initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments including physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and bereavement to provide palliation of end-of-life symptoms.
- Appropriately identify/utilize resources and referrals such as PT, OT, Home Health, Dietary, Pharmacy, Supplies, Home Medical Equipment, and other visits/consults.
- Complete documentation at the time of the event and at the location of care unless otherwise directed.
- Provide education and training to patients, families, caregivers, and referral sources in the care of the patient, including pain management.
- Participate in patient care meetings as assigned.
- Participate in weekly team meetings.
- Provide effective communication/shift reports through written, verbal reporting, and body language.
- Participate in bereavement support.
- Participate in the on-call rotation and/or provide shifts during non-business hours such as evenings, weekends, and holidays based upon program-identified needs.
- Provide visits/shifts in program coverage area.
- Work with IDG to develop, coordinate, and follow the patient's individualized plan of care.
- Obtain physician orders when necessary.
- Provide services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill.
- Evaluate the outcome of services.
- Appropriately delegate nursing tasks to Hospice Aides/Homemakers, Volunteers, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses.
- Provide nursing care including nursing tasks that may be delegated to other roles such as LPNs, HAs, and Volunteers.
- Participate in and monitor patient and family care compliance activities.
- Professionally manage/coordinate the hospice plan of care.
- Provide and follow infection control practices.
- Deliver care in accordance with the patient's plan of care.

**Quality Improvement**

- Participate in the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Program and related activities as assigned.
- Participate in Performance Improvement Project(s) (PIP).
- Gather clinical data which is used for quality measures.

**Professional Development**

- Develop and achieve professional growth goals and objectives personally and per Team Manager reviews.
- Attend orientation and regularly scheduled in-services/educational conferences as assigned.
- Participate in orientation of Hospice Aides, Volunteers, and other IDG members as assigned.
- Participate in training activities internally within VITAS and externally as assigned.
- Provide customer service.
- Maintain focus on the patient and family experience of care.
- Serve as a patient and family advocate.
- Report patient/family/customer complaints to Team Manager.
- Participate in patient/family/customer conflict resolution as applicable.
- Represent the nursing profession, the VITAS site/location, and VITAS overall in a positive manner.

**Requirements**

- Has reliable transportation with adequate insurance coverage for driver and passengers.
- Has telephone available (cellular or landline).

**Essential Functions/Physical Demands**

The physical demands for the Registered Nurse, RN described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of the Registered Nurse, RN, the employee is regularly required to:

1. Assist in lifting and transferring patients as required.
2. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds.
3. Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day.
4. Talk and hear.

Specific vision abilities required for the Registered Nurse, RN include:

1. Close vision.
2. Distance vision.
3. Ability to adjust focus.

The Registered Nurse, RN will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch.

**Qualifications for the Registered Nurse (RN)**

1. Currently licensed to practice nursing in the state where the VITAS program is located.
2. A minimum of two years of nursing experience in hospice, home health, or community health in the last five years.
3. Equivalent experience or licensure may be considered.

**Direction Received**

Reports directly to the Team Manager.

Bilingual Registered Nurse (RN)

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Physician Assistant to join an innovative, growth-oriented orthopedic and rheumatology practice that has earned a reputation for excellence and is highly respected by their colleagues, patients and the community. Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, LLC. (IBJI), Chicagoland's premier orthopedic medical practice with several Chicago and NW suburban locations, is currently seeking a full-time Physician Assistant for its OrthoAccess - Immediate Orthopedic Care Clinic. Summary The Physician Assistant (PA) plays a vital support role in our organization. In general, this individual is responsible for providing professional patient care and assistance to the Physician/Surgeon and the clinical staff. The Physician Assistant will be primarily involved with direct patient care in support of the physicians of the practice. Assists the physician in the outpatient clinic and hospital settings following protocols established by the physician and written practice guidelines to facilitate effective medical care and patient safety. The person in this position functions in the multiple settings (operating room, clinic) under the supervision of their assigned physician; may perform activities which involve an initial evaluation and treatment of the patient's condition, as defined in the scope of the State of Illinois standards and the Physician Assistant Practice Act. Office Sees patients in the clinic both independently and with supervision. Dictates clinic progress notes. Orders appropriate tests and develops patient treatment plans with physician approval. Dictates H&P's, consultations and discharge summaries. Performs joint aspirations/injections. Interprets x-rays. Applies casts, splints, braces, etc. under supervision of the physician. Removes staples, sutures, drains, etc. Assists in fielding/triaging physician calls. Reviews lab results, x-rays, and MRI/CT results prior to entering patient exam room Confers with physician regarding new patient findings and potential diagnosis and treatment. Administers therapeutic injections and performs minor procedures as needed Provides diagnosis and treatment services to established patients and postoperative patients Prescribes medications, treatments, in accordance with physician protocols and ensures that all prescriptions and required notes are in patient's medical record Formulates and updates patient care plans; consults with physician as needed Orders pre-operative tests, CT scans, and MRIs, and documents, utilizing the EHR software Follows applicable ICD 10 and billing guidelines. Returns patient phone messages at designated times throughout the day; follow through with appropriate action; documents action taken in patient chart Work Environment Position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, as well as manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Employees will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds. Position requires lifting associated with patient transfers (up to 50 lbs.) Normal visual acuity and hearing are required. The employee will work under stressful conditions and work irregular hours. The employee will be exposed to bodily fluids on a regular basis. The employee will have frequent exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment. Travel to all associated hospitals and/or facilities Educational Requirements Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program with completed residency. Physician Assistant IL state licensure up to date Training in orthopedic care preferred Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. Active Certification from NCCPA Active Licensure as Physician's Assistant in the State of Illinois ACLS desirable; current CPR required Qualifications and Experience At least two years of experience in a physician office or hospital preferred. Previous experience working in Urgent Care or Emergency Room preferred. Ability to make independent decisions about patient care History of exhibited competence, judgment, stability and professional integrity. Experience diagnosing and treating patients Working knowledge of managed care basics, and experience working with a managed care and Medicare population Knowledge of practice management and EHR software Able to lift and assist patients, as needed. Must be a self-starter, highly organized with good time management skills. Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to document/record information. Strong interpersonal skills, able to work well and communicate professionally with physicians, patients and staff in all levels in the organization. Able to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time. Capable of prioritizing and organizing information to achieve a smooth flow of tasks in the office. Ability to interpret and explain an extensive variety of instructions. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strength and weaknesses of alternate solutions or approaches to a problem. Use good judgment to determine if a problem requires consultation, referral or evaluation by the Supervising Physician or other health care professional. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Orthopedics Work Location: In person<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?XRA8emp%2bQ%2fPmv6Mc85yX8Qd" width="0" height="0" />

**Physician Assistant**

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Physician Assistant to join an innovative, growth-oriented orthopedic and rheumatology practice that has earned a reputation for excellence and is highly respected by their colleagues, patients, and the community. Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, LLC. (IBJI), Chicagoland's premier orthopedic medical practice with several Chicago and NW suburban locations, is currently seeking a full-time Physician Assistant for its OrthoAccess - Immediate Orthopedic Care Clinic.

**Job Description**

- Provide professional patient care and assistance to the Physician/Surgeon and the clinical staff.
- Primarily involved with direct patient care in support of the physicians of the practice.
- Assist the physician in the outpatient clinic and hospital settings following protocols established by the physician and written practice guidelines to facilitate effective medical care and patient safety.
- See patients in the clinic both independently and with supervision.
- Dictate clinic progress notes.
- Order appropriate tests and develop patient treatment plans with physician approval.
- Dictate H&P's, consultations, and discharge summaries.
- Perform joint aspirations/injections.
- Interpret x-rays.
- Apply casts, splints, braces, etc. under supervision of the physician.
- Remove staples, sutures, drains, etc.
- Assist in fielding/triaging physician calls.
- Review lab results, x-rays, and MRI/CT results prior to entering patient exam room.
- Confer with physician regarding new patient findings and potential diagnosis and treatment.
- Administer therapeutic injections and perform minor procedures as needed.
- Provide diagnosis and treatment services to established patients and postoperative patients.
- Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with physician protocols and ensure that all prescriptions and required notes are in patient's medical record.
- Formulate and update patient care plans; consult with physician as needed.
- Order pre-operative tests, CT scans, and MRIs, and document utilizing the EHR software.
- Follow applicable ICD 10 and billing guidelines.
- Return patient phone messages at designated times throughout the day; follow through with appropriate action; document action taken in patient chart.

**Work Environment**

- Position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, as well as manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
- Employees will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds. Position requires lifting associated with patient transfers (up to 50 lbs.).
- Normal visual acuity and hearing are required.
- The employee will work under stressful conditions and work irregular hours.
- The employee will be exposed to bodily fluids on a regular basis.
- The employee will have frequent exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical environment.
- Travel to all associated hospitals and/or facilities.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program with completed residency.
- Physician Assistant IL state licensure up to date.
- Training in orthopedic care preferred.
- Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
- Active Certification from NCCPA.
- Active Licensure as Physician's Assistant in the State of Illinois.
- ACLS desirable; current CPR required.

**Qualifications and Experience**

- At least two years of experience in a physician office or hospital preferred.
- Previous experience working in Urgent Care or Emergency Room preferred.
- Ability to make independent decisions about patient care.
- History of exhibited competence, judgment, stability, and professional integrity.
- Experience diagnosing and treating patients.
- Working knowledge of managed care basics, and experience working with a managed care and Medicare population.
- Knowledge of practice management and EHR software.
- Able to lift and assist patients as needed.
- Must be a self-starter, highly organized with good time management skills.
- Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to document/record information.
- Strong interpersonal skills, able to work well and communicate professionally with physicians, patients, and staff at all levels in the organization.
- Able to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
- Capable of prioritizing and organizing information to achieve a smooth flow of tasks in the office.
- Ability to interpret and explain an extensive variety of instructions. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternate solutions or approaches to a problem.
- Use good judgment to determine if a problem requires consultation, referral, or evaluation by the Supervising Physician or other health care professional.

**Job Type**

Full-time

**Pay**

$110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

**Benefits**

- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

**Medical Specialty**

Orthopedics

**Work Location**

In person

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