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BSD SUR - General Surgery: Clinical
About the Department
General surgeons at the University of Chicago Medicine focus on a broad
range of diseases, including various @types of cancer, endocrine
disorders, esophageal diseases, bariatric surgical treatment, breast
diseases, and more. In treating this wide spectrum of diseases, our
surgeons are also trained to use minimally invasive techniques,
including robotic and laparoscopic approaches, to ease the patient\'s
surgical experience. Our surgeons also work in close collaboration with
experts across the hospital to ensure each patient receives the care he
or she deserves to achieve optimal outcomes.
The research endeavors by faculty and investigators in the Section of
General Surgery are just as wide and varied as the diseases they treat.
In addition to their numerous outcomes-based research projects, our
investigators are busy with complex basic science questions that will
one day allow physicians to deliver better care to all patients. These
scientific endeavors revolve around uncovering the pathophysiology of
infections, genomics and physiology of pancreatic cancer, and much more.
Job Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider in the Section of General Surgery works
collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team for the
Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology program and participates in
preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative patient care. Provides
direct patient care for adult patients with acute and/or chronic
illnesses in the inpatient and outpatient setting at multiple hospital
locations, including Hyde Park and AdventHealth Hinsdale.
Responsibilities
Performs procedures and first-assists in the operating room as
trained and appropriately credentialed.
Builds a clinical practice in conjunction with the surgeon to
independently see return and post-op patients.
Actively participates in program building and improvement measures.
Performs comprehensive histories and physical exams, identifies
normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive, and
psycho-social status.
Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests.
Develops pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans.
Monitors effectiveness of plan of care.
Educates patients on disease and treatment plans.
Documents within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes
other necessary documents.
Provides follow-up/post-op care in the outpatient clinic.
Coordinates preoperative and postoperative planning with primary
care providers and anesthesia providers for patients traveling from
a distance.
Collaborates with primary care providers, specialty care providers
and/or inpatient providers to provide comprehensive patient care.
Performs advanced treatments and/or procedures following
verification of competency including but not limited to:
administration of chemotherapy orders, paracentesis, pleural taps,
tumor biopsies, and other department specific procedures.
Facilitates referral of patients to department appropriate
referrals: specialty care, physical therapy, occupational therapy.
May provide cross coverage for other General Surgery programs.
Designs patient education programs that include information required
to make informed health care and treatment decisions.
Evaluates goals and outcomes taking into account the
benefit-versus-burden, safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness for
the patient, family and the organization.
Develops diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions needed
to achieve the goals and outcomes of the patient\'s plan of care.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree from an
accredited school/college.
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). - State of Illinois
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
An advanced degree (or equivalent, if license received prior to July
1, 2001) from an accredited school/college of nursing or completion
of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program accredited
by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the
Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA).
Experience:
Clinical experience in a related area of specialty.
Licenses and Certifications for Advanced Practice Nurse:
Current Advanced Practice Nur
