Physician Assistant Fellow - AMITA Saint Francis Hospital at Vituity in Evanston, Illinois

Job Description:

Become a Valued Member of Your Emergency Department Team

The Amita Health PA Fellowship program is based primarily out of Amita Saint Francis, with rotational opportunities at Amita Saint Mary & Elizabeth Medical Center and Amita Saint Joseph Joliet. Our 9-month program is designed to train PAs utilizing didactic and clinical experience. PAs will gain clinical and procedural excellence in the practice of Emergency Medicine. This education will occur under the direct supervision of Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physicians and highly experienced Advanced Providers. Our graduates will become highly skilled, highly competent, compassionate and efficient emergency medicine providers.

Application Process & Timeline

• Deadline for all materials: June 4th, 2021
• First day of training: January 1st, 2022
• For applicants graduating in or before May 2021

*Please note there is a $30 non-refundable application fee.

The Opportunity

• 9-month program
• Clinical hours in acute EM care as well as rotating through trauma, plus additional lecture time, workshops, didactics, and more
• Hands-on clinical training and close supervision provided by NCCPA certified PAs and BE/BC Emergency Physicians
• Off-site rotations through two other Emergency Departments
• Paid Fellowship, with paid time off (PTO), health insurance benefits, and paid malpractice insurance

The Practice

• Amita Health System - Illinois
• The Amita Health PA Fellowship program is based primary out of Amita St Francis, with opportunities to rotate through two additional sites (St. Joseph and Sts. Mary & Elizabeth)
• Train in an academic setting, working alongside ER residents and full-time APs

Candidate Requirements

• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited PA program
• Eligible for and/or possess current IL Medical Board Physician Assistant licensure (eligible candidates must be fully licensed by the start of the program)
• Eligible for and/or possess current DEA licensure (eligible candidates must be fully licensed by the start of the program)
• Current certification in both ACLS and BLS
• Previous EMS/ED work experience is highly desirable but not required

The Vituity Team. When you join Vituity, one of the leading multispecialty medical groups in the United States, you'll work closely with physicians who respect your skills, training, and judgement. We offer unparalleled professional development support to help you enhance your clinical foundation, grow as a leader, and reach your professional goals.

Our passion for patient care unifies us across practice sites and specialties. We know that when we work together as an integrated healthcare team, we can exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you're looking for a medical partnership where you can transform your practice with a team of providers who strive to balance great work with a full life.

As a Physician Assistant you play a critical role in improving the level of care in Emergency Department. At Vituity, we never forget that. To ensure your success, we provide the systems of support you need to practice to the full extent of your education and training. Come grow with us!