Motion Capture Assistant Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Overview
Employment Type: Full-Time
In-Office Position
Main Location: 10604 Southwest Highway, Ste 200 Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 (other locations in Orland Park, IL & Downers Grove, IL)
Join Gynecologic Cancer Institute of Chicago, A Division of Affiliated Oncologists as a Physician Assistant!
GCI specializes in gynecologic oncology for women desiring treatment, including surgery and/or chemotherapy, in the suburbs of Chicago. Our AO colleagues specialize in treating a variety of cancers including lymphoma, lung, breast, prostate, colorectal and head and neck cancers. Our physicians and staff are multi-disciplinary team of highly experienced caregivers focused on helping patients and their families receive the best care and support possible.
This position is open to candidates seeking 30-40 hours per week of work, hours may vary, who will be working with our gynecologic oncologists at our GCI locations. Under supervision or in collaboration with practice physicians, involved in the care of individuals, families and patient groups who are dealing with cancer or other related diagnosis. This care may be in clinic or virtually, via telemedicine. Responsibilities may include duties related to prevention, screening, patient care, management, chemotherapy and research. May serve as direct caregiver, health care consultant, patient educator, administrator, or researcher. Ensures compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards and requirements. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for patients.
- Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response and prescribes therapies as indicated.
- Performs procedures after appropriate training.
- Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.
- Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
- Incorporates the developing knowledge of evidence-based research into clinical practice.
- Developing knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
- Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely fashion.
- May provide case management for patients and their families, given limited knowledge of community resources.
- May promote/provide staff education
- Responsibilities may include rounding at affiliated hospitals and weekend or after-hour calls.
- Evaluation and management of gynecologic oncology chemotherapy patients
- Evaluation and management of postoperative gynecologic oncology patients
- Surveillance cancer care and pelvic exams for gynecologic oncology patients
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program required.
- Current NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certification required.
- 0-3 years of experience as a practicing Physician Assistant required.
- 3+ years of experience as a practicing Physician Assistant preferred.
- Previous experience in gynecologic oncology strongly preferred.
- Previous experience with chemotherapy strongly preferred.
- Current state license as a Physician Assistant in practicing state required.
- Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here 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. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
SALARY RANGE:

• $100,000 - $150,000 per year full-time equivalent, based on experience, skills, education, certifications, etc.

BENEFITS OFFERED:

• Medical

• Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts (HRCA)

• Health Savings Accounts (HAS)

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term Disability (STD)

• Long-Term Disability (LTD)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Commuter Benefits

• 401(k)

• Wellness Program

Applicants will be hired into the title appropriate to their credentials and years of experience.