~2h ago

New

ATTENDING PHYSICIAN VI - ACHN

Health And Hospital Systemsmid

HealthcarePhysician

2 views0 saves0 applied

Apply Now

Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

Meet

Technical Tools

HealthcarePhysician

LOCATION: AMBULATORY & COMMUNITY HEALTH NETWORK OF COOK COUNTY

Applicants may apply for this position online or submit a resume/ CV to the following email address: MDRecruit@cookcountyhhs.org

When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email. An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.

To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV. Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.

The Attending Physician VI as part of the Ambulatory and Community Health Network (ACHN) have community health as their primary care setting. The incumbent is knowledgeable and concerned about the health of the populations served by their health center. Committed to providing holistic health services to the communities they serve, as members of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Conducts eight (8) to nine (9) direct patient care sessions per week, as assigned by ACHN clinical leadership

Functions as a member of the healthcare team in the health center, working collaboratively with mid-level providers, as assigned

Participates in staff and other related meetings, complete all clinical administrative duties in a timely fashion, and participate in quality improvement and quality assurance activities of the health center, as assigned

Cares for hospitalized patients as assigned by medical leadership, as needed

Serves on Cook County Health & Hospitals System (CCHHS) and ACHN committees, and participates in community activities as assigned by medical leadership

Participates in teaching activities for medical students, house-staff, and other health professionals

Participates in community-based research projects

Maintains continuing medical education (CME) and participates in other professional activities

Works varying hours as determined by changing clinic, and CCHHS needs

Requirements

~1 min read

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (DO) degree or foreign medical school equivalent is required

Illinois physician and surgeon license or eligibility to obtain license two (2) weeks prior to hire date is required

Illinois and Federal controlled substance license or eligibility to obtain license two (2) weeks prior to hire date is required

Board eligibility or certification in a primary care specialty (Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Pediatrics). Must achieve board certification within two (2) years of hire is required

English language proficient; certain clinic locations may specify bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish, English/Chinese, English/Polish, etc.) is required

Completion of a residency program in a primary care specialty (Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Pediatrics) is required

One (1) year of prior experience in primary care practice is preferred

One (1) year of experience providing medical care to underserved populations is preferred

One (1) year of experience with electronic medical record documentation is preferred

Demonstrated attitudes, knowledge, and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with patients and staff in a culturally diverse work environment

Knowledge of quality assurance principles and guidelines

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel

Strong interpersonal and empathy skills

Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills

Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy, and precision in decision making

Knowledge of ACGME requirements; ability to precept residents and teach health care professional students

Knowledge of collaborative/supervisory agreement requirements for advanced practice providers

Ability to work varying hours as determined by changing clinic, and CCHHS needs

Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment

Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices

Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged

Ability to function autonomously and as a team member in a multidisciplinary team

Ability to train by presenting concepts and demonstrating tasks

Ability to see and hear clearly (including with correction)

Demonstrate superb hand washing and sanitizing practices

Demonstrate the ability to follow department specific engineering, work practice controls, and work area safety precautions

Must follow CCHHS protocol when exposed to noise, chemicals, disease, blood borne pathogens, patient violence, and procedural injuries

Knowledge of and ability to comply with clinical documentation requirements

Knowledge of and ability to comply with accreditation and regulatory agency requirements

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

PLEASE READ

When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service

To take advantage of this preference, a Veteran must:

Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215, or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.