ATTENDING PHYSICIAN 9 - STROKE - NEUROLOGY

LOCATION: John H. Stroger Hospital - Neurology Stroke

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 IX-SC will provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients on both the inpatient neurology stroke service and the outpatient neurology clinics. The physician participates in educational and quality improvement initiatives of the Division of Neurology and the Stroke Program.

Typical Duties

• Meets and maintains the standards of hospital staff membership as set forth in the Medical Staff By-Laws
• Manages patient care in a compassionate, respectful manner consistent with the highest standards of neurologic care
• Maintains current knowledge in the practice of Neurology and Stroke
• Maintains current, active, Illinois physician licensure
• Maintains federal and state-controlled substance licensure
• Maintains Neurology board certification
• Maintains Vascular Neurology board certification
• Meets Illinois requirements for Continuing Medical Education
• Meets hospital requirements for Annual Training, Infection Control and Respiratory Testing
• Charts patient care in a complete, accurate, and professional manner
• Completes patient encounter notes in a timely manner
• Completes all requested pharmacy, insurance, disability, and other forms associated with medical care of patients
• Responds to pages, patient phone calls and other communications in at timely way
• Completes evaluations of residents and students in a timely manner
• Maintains constructive, positive relationships with physicians, nurses and other hospital staff
• Evaluates and treats patients on the inpatient Neurology stroke service and in the outpatient Neurology clinics
• Completes a detailed history and physical exam (including neurological exam) on patients referred to the Neurology service and outpatient neurology clinic
• Works at all Cook County Health Neurology inpatient and outpatient sites including Blue Island, Stroger Hospital and Provident Hospital
• Provides high-quality telestroke coverage to all patients referred to the Cook County Health telestroke program
• Serves as a role model in consistently providing effective and compassionate patient care; adhering to policies; and manifesting respectful and professional behavior, scholarly inquiry and commitment to self- and institutional improvement
• Regularly attends and participates in divisional and departmental administrative meetings
• Participates in or leads structured quality improvement activities related to hospital function, as assigned
• Collaborates with the Stroke Program including the Stroke Coordinator and Medical Director of the Stroke Program to maintain Joint Commission requirements for accreditation as a stroke center
• Monitors and responds to lab results, patient messages and patient phone calls
• Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (D.O.) degree from an accredited American or Canadian Medical School
• Must be licensed as a physician in the State of Illinois or the ability to obtain license prior to starting employment
• Illinois and Federal Controlled Substance License or the ability to obtain prior to starting employment
• Successful completion of a residency in Neurology accredited by the American College of Graduate Medical Education
• Board Certification in Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology OR Board Eligible with achievement of the certification within three years of completion of residency training
• Board Certification in Vascular Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology OR Board Eligible with achievement of certification within three years of completion of fellowship training
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual
• Clinical experience with a focused neurology rotation during electives or previous job experience within the field of Neurology

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of the medical subspeciality of Neurology and Stroke
• Sound Judgement
• Knowledge of when to seek consultation
• Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint Access, Excel and other data analysis tools and methodologies required for data gathering, analysis and presentation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
• Strong customer service and empathy skills
• Demonstrates good phone and email etiquette skills and strong response times
• Demonstrates analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking and conflict management/resolution skills
• Demonstrates attention to detail, accuracy and precision
• Ability to effectively teach and provide supervision to fellows, residents, nursing, students, and other clinical support staff
• Ability to coordinate a medical service of residents and students
• Ability to maintain compassionate, respectful relationships with patients
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to utilize the electronic medical records
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
• Ability to do moderate lifting up to 45 pounds, to walk and stand for prolonged periods to use hands, legs, and fingers
• Ability to effectively communicate while maintaining HIPAA for PHI
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged
• Ability to take initiative, work with or without direct supervision

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.

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 must 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 HOSPITAL SYSTEMS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

BENEFITS PACKAGE

* Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

* Basic Term Life Insurance

* Pension Plan

* Deferred Compensation Program

* Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

* You may also 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/