Physician Assistant - Inpatient Acute Care

Humboldt Park Health is a mission-driven, community-based hospital serving Chicago’s West Side since 1894. We are committed to advancing health equity and delivering compassionate, high-quality care to diverse patient populations.

We are seeking a full-time Physician Assistant for our Inpatient Acute Care / Observation Unit who is passionate about patient-centered care, clinical excellence, and community impact. This role offers the opportunity to work at the top of your license, collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients from all walks of life.

Key responsibilities

• Patient care & clinical excellence
• Deliver comprehensive healthcare services including preventive, chronic, and acute care for patients ranging from infant to geriatric populations.
• Obtain detailed medical histories and perform thorough physical examinations.
• Diagnose illnesses and develop evidence-based treatment plans, including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions.
• Perform health risk assessments, screenings, and patient counseling within the Observation Unit.
• Provide continuity of care through progress notes, patient management plans, and care coordination.

• Patient education & engagement
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and health maintenance.
• Counsel patients on compliance with therapeutic regimens and lifestyle modifications.
• Provide medical and mental health education to promote long-term wellness.

• Quality & safety
• Deliver care aligned with current evidence-based guidelines and best practice standards.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough medical documentation.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and clinical audits.
• Engage in continuing education and professional development to remain current with industry advancements.

• Collaboration & teamwork
• Collaborate with supervising physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams in care coordination and clinical meetings.