Illinois Physician Assistant Supervision Agreement: What You Need to Know
For physician assistants (PAs) in Illinois, having a proper supervision agreement in place is crucial to maintaining a successful and legal practice. But what exactly is a supervision agreement, and what does it entail? In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about Illinois physician assistant supervision agreements.
What is a physician assistant supervision agreement?
A physician assistant supervision agreement is a written document that outlines the working relationship between a physician assistant and a licensed physician. This agreement is required by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) in order for a physician assistant to practice in the state. The purpose of the agreement is to ensure that the physician assistant is properly supervised and that the supervising physician has ultimate responsibility for the care provided by the PA.
What does the supervision agreement entail?
The Illinois PA supervision agreement must include several key components, including:
– The name of the physician assistant and the supervising physician
– The location(s) where the physician assistant will practice
– The scope of practice for the physician assistant
– The general responsibilities of the supervising physician, including the requirement that they be available for consultation and review of the physician assistant’s work
– A description of the specific duties and responsibilities of the physician assistant, including any limitations on their practice
– The qualifications of the supervising physician, including their experience in the specific area of practice of the physician assistant
– The term of the agreement (usually one to two years)
– The signature of both the physician assistant and the supervising physician
It’s important to note that the supervision agreement does not need to be filed with the IDFPR, but it should be kept on file at the physician assistant’s practice location(s) and made available upon request.
Who can supervise a physician assistant in Illinois?
In Illinois, there are several requirements for physicians who wish to supervise physician assistants. The supervising physician must:
– Be licensed by the IDFPR
– Have no disciplinary actions or restrictions on their license within the past five years
– Have at least three years of experience in the specific area of practice of the physician assistant
– Have a collaborative agreement in place with the physician assistant
The supervising physician is also responsible for ensuring that their supervision of the physician assistant is in compliance with Illinois law and any applicable professional standards.
Conclusion
For physician assistants in Illinois, having a proper supervision agreement in place is not only required by law, but it is also essential for maintaining a successful practice. The agreement outlines the working relationship between the physician assistant and their supervising physician and ensures that the physician assistant is properly supervised and that the supervising physician has ultimate responsibility for the care provided by the PA. By following the guidelines outlined by the IDFPR, physician assistants and their supervising physicians can work together to provide high-quality care to their patients.
