We are seeking a PA or NP Lead to optimize clinical practice and support other clinical activities that advance performance and strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team.
Requirements
- Partners locally with physician and operational leaders to optimize clinical practice and supports other clinical activities that advance performance and strategic goals.
- Participates in local quality improvement, workflow efficiencies and other projects that impact clinical practice.
- Participates in the recruiting and interviewing process for physicians and APPs.
- Participates in annual performance reviews (APRs) and scheduled check-ins with new hires in collaboration with operational leaders.
- Coordinates clinical onboarding and orientation of APPs at local site or within area of support.
- Champions local engagement and well-being planning and initiatives in partnership with local leaders to promote Advocate Health being the Best Place to Care.
- Supports bi-directional communication between clinicians and operational leaders.
- Provides mentorship and professional development of APPs within site or area of support.
- Collaborates with APP Market Directors, Service Line Councils, MGMCs and other councils related to matters specific to area of practice.
- Assesses, diagnoses, and determines/alters treatment and management plans appropriate for age, acuity and clinical condition.
- Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence-based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives.
- Provides health promotion, disease prevention and disease management counseling and education of patients and families.
- Manages patients as part of an interdisciplinary team and within scope of practice.
- Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team and/or health or community agencies.
- Performs office or hospital procedures in accordance with specialty practice, competency and granted privileges (where applicable).
- Participates in quality, safety and peer review initiatives/performance activities, organizational and/or departmental meetings and committees, peer review, and workgroups as necessary.
- Participates in education and/or onboarding of new team members, students, and other health care professionals.
- Seeks experiences to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and advance the profession within and outside of the organization.
- Maintains standards of productivity, access, face-to-face time, and quality metrics to ensure optimal, safe and timely patient care delivery.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
