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Physician Assistant – Hospitalist
We are seeking a Physician Assistant – Hospitalist to provide inpatient care on the ENT unit, focusing on head and neck cancer patients.
- Start Date: ASAP (upon credentialing) – 03/17/2025
- End Date: 06/06/2025 (Extension Possible)
- Location: Chicago, IL
- Job Type: Contract (13 weeks)
- Schedule: Tuesday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM (4×10 shifts)
- Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours – No On-Call Duty
- Patient Demographic: Adults
Position Overview:
- Provide inpatient care on the ENT unit, with a focus on head and neck cancer patients.
- Duties include patient rounding, coordinating care with physicians and residents, and working within a collaborative team model.
- Expected caseload: 5-10 patients per shift.
- Supported by 3 physicians, residents, and nursing staff; the PA will be the sole advanced practice provider.
- EMR System: Epic
Required Skills & Experience:
- Hospitalist or Critical Care experience necessary, with a preference for ENT and head/neck oncology exposure.
- Proficiency in procedures such as intubation, ventilator management, and placement of arterial/central lines.
Qualifications:
- Board Certification: Required in Critical Care or Hospital Medicine.
- Licensure: Must hold an active Illinois license and DEA certification.
Additional Information:
- No overnight shifts or on-call requirements.
- COVID-19 and flu vaccinations are mandatory (medical exemptions considered only for COVID).
About Us:
With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect locum tenens advanced practice role. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PA-Cs) and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists ( CRNAs ) in roles nationwide. You will have a dedicated career advisor, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals are, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us: www.ghrhealthcare.com
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Types: Contract, Temporary
Pay: $4,280.00 – $4,460.00 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Critical & Intensive Care
- Otolaryngology
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
Experience:
- Critical Care or Hospitalist: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60611 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60611: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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