Physician Specialist - Option D18

Work Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60634

Agency: Department of Human Services

Opening Date: 8/2/2023

Closing Date: 8/29/2023

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $15,348 -$21,245 per month ($184,176 - $254,940 per year)

Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:00pm

Work Location: 4200 N Oak Park Ave Chicago, IL 60634-1417

Job Type: Salaried Full Time

County: Cook

Number of Vacancies: 1

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number 10-79-28816

Position Overview

The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Physician Specialist Option D for the Chicago-Read Mental Health Center located in Chicago, Illinois to serve as an Illinois Licensed Physician, providing a full range of psychiatric/medical assessments and treatments to patients. Conducts examinations, makes diagnose and treats patients on an assigned shift. Serves as a member of the treatment team. Answers calls for emergencies. Evaluates to ensure that the medical and psychiatric services provided by the treatment team meet state and professional standards. Evaluates, prepares and attends court testimony.

Job Responsibilities

1. As a non-administrative Illinois licensed Physician, provides a full range of psychiatric/medical assessments and treatments to patients.

2. Makes periodic and direct evaluation of patient’s general and psychiatric progress and response to treatment and documents same in the medical record, writes physician’s orders.

3. Serves as a member of the treatment team and a treatment team leader, coordinates the development of patient treatment plans i.e., review and evaluation of patient’s treatment, discharge planning and milieu recommendations.

4. Obtains and maintains membership of the Chicago-Read Mental Health Center Medical Staff.

5. Provides psychiatric guidance to non-psychiatric physicians, other clinicians and nursing staff.

6. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires a valid State of Illinois Physician and Surgeon License.

2. Requires American Board Certification in the job-related medical specialty of psychiatry.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Two (2) years of professional experience evaluating the quality of specialized medical care and treatment for patients with a mental illness.

2. Two (2) years of professional experience coordinating medical services with other professional disciplines and supportive personnel.

3. Two (2) years of professional experience conducting psychiatric exams of patients.

4. Two (2) years of professional experience identifying most appropriate positive treatment regime and carrying out that treatment in accordance with best practices.

5. Two (2) years of professional experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

6. Two (2) years of professional experience preparing comprehensive and specialized medical records and reports.

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires the possession of a valid Illinois Controlled Substance License.

2. Requires the possession of a valid United States Drug Enforcement Administration Certificate of Registration.

3. Requires the ability to meet the requirements of and be appointed to the medical staff association of Chicago-Read Mental Health Center within 30 days of employment.

4. Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.

5. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.

6. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

7. Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.

• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• A Pension Program
• *Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
• 10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15,348.00 - $21,245.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health savings account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you possess a valid State of Illinois Physician and Surgeon License?
• Do you possess the American Board Certification in the job-related medical specialty of psychiatry?

License/Certification:

• Physician and Surgeon License (Required)
• American Board Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person