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ATTENDING PHYSICIAN 12 - GASTROENTEROLOGY

Cook County Health and Hospitals
COMPETITIVE SALARY
life insurance, paid holidays, sick time
United States, Illinois, Chicago
1969 Ogden Avenue (Show on map)
Dec 27, 2024
Job Posting : Dec 27, 2024, 1:04:37 AM Closing Date : Jan 26, 2025, 5:59:00 AM Full-time
Collective Bargaining Unit : SEIU Local 73 Drs Council Local 20 None Posting Salary : COMPETITIVE SALARY
Organization : Health and Hospital Systems


LOCATION: John H. Stroger Hospital

Gastroenterology

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.

JOB SUMMARY

The Attending Physician XII in the Department of Gastroenterology (GI) is responsible for patient care especially in relation to GI and Liver Disorders. Performs and supervises GI procedures. Participates in the education of Residents and Fellows.

Typical Duties



  • * Provides consultation and follow-up to patients with gastroenterological problems at Cook County Health (CCH) hospitals and clinics
  • * Provides liver consultations to patients at Cook County Health (CCH)
  • * Educates and guides Residents and Fellows in appropriate management of gastroenterological problems
  • * Performs emergency assignments, as needed
  • * Provides services at Provident, as needed
  • * Provides on-call services

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS




  • * Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (DO) from an accredited college or university
  • * Licensed physician in the State of Illinois, or have the ability to obtain licensure prior to the start of employment
  • * Successful completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) accredited in Gastroenterology
  • * Successful completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) accredited in Internal Medicine
  • * Board certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) in Gastroenterology OR Board eligible and must obtain Board Certification within two (2) years of starting this employment
  • * Experience in the practice of Gastroenterology procedures


Preferred Qualifications



  • * Working knowledge and experience with all aspects of Gastroenterology and Liver Disorders
  • * Knowledge of the principles and methods of training medical staff to ensure standards of care
  • * Skill to analyze data/information accurately in order to determine and implement an effective and appropriate course of action
  • * Skill to prepare written documents to provide information and/or direction to staff and others
  • * Skill to communicate effectively in order to exchange and/or provide information and/or direction to staff and others


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics



  • * Skill in the practice of Gastroenterology procedures, Liver Biopsy, and Motility Studies
  • * Demonstrate the ability to follow department specific work rules, hospital and personnel rules
  • * Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and precision in decision making
  • * Ability to provide quality care to patients
  • * Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices and the appropriate use of the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
  • * Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged
  • * Ability to follow hospital protocol when exposed to noise, chemicals, disease, blood borne pathogens, patient violence and procedural injuries
  • * Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings and holidays as needed
  • * Must be able to travel to work sites throughout Cook County
  • * Ability to meet department and divisional productivity thresholds
  • * Ability to meet appropriate confidentiality standards for Protected Health Information (PHI)
  • * Ability to provide appropriate patient care while maintaining fiduciary responsibility to patients
  • * Ability to demonstrate service to public health or underserved populations


BENEFITS PACKAGE

* Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

* Basic Term Life Insurance

* Pension Plan

* Deferred Compensation Program

* Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

* You also may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

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 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 and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable



OR

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.

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U. S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents bust be presented at time of interview.

Must successfully meet the credentialing standards established by the Cook County Health and Hospitals System to include a State of Illinois MD license and any other license, certification, or specialized training, etc. no later than two (2) weeks prior to the candidate's start date

*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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