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Physician Assistant, PA, Thoracic Surgery

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United States , Park Ridge

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54.90 - 82.35 USD / Hour
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Job Responsibility:

  • 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
  • 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
  • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

Requirements:

  • Active PA license(s) in state(s) of practice
  • Active PA national board certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
  • Active DEA registration prior to hire
  • If Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire
  • Active BLS and/or ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical practice prior to or within 6 months of hire
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Physician Assistant
  • No experience required
  • Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decision-making skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others
  • Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively
  • Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the workday
  • Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
  • Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs over the head
  • Must be able to carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
  • Must be able to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job
What we offer:
  • 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
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 14, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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