ATTENDING PHYSICIAN VI - ACHN

Cook County Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 190,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Basic Term Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation Program

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Cook County Health is seeking an Attending Physician VI to provide primary care within the Ambulatory and Community Health Network. The role emphasizes population health, interdisciplinary collaboration, teaching, and community engagement.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, participate in research, maintain CME, and adapt to clinic needs while delivering high-quality care to diverse communities.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required; foreign equivalents considered.
• Illinois physician license or eligibility two weeks before hire date.
• Illinois and Federal controlled substances license or eligibility two weeks before hire date.
• Board eligibility or certification in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Pediatrics; certification within two years.
• English language proficiency; bilingual ability may be required at some sites.
• Residency in a primary care specialty is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 8–9 direct patient care sessions per week as assigned.
• Collaborate with mid-level providers as part of the health team.
• Attend staff meetings; complete clinical admin duties timely; participate in QA/QI.
• Provide care to hospitalized patients as assigned by medical leadership.
• Serve on CCHHS/ACHN committees and participate in community activities.
• Teach medical students, residents, and other health professionals.
• Participate in community-based research projects.
• Maintain CME and other professional activities.
• Work varying hours per clinic needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical problem-solving

Teaching / precepting residents

Cultural competency

Adaptability

Education

MD or DO degree

Illinois physician license or eligibility

Illinois and Federal CS license or eligibility

Board eligibility in Internal Medicine / Family Medicine / Pediatrics

Completion of residency in primary care

English language proficient; bilingual ability may be required

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) documentation

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

LOCATION: AMBULATORY & COMMUNITY HEALTH NETWORK OF COOK COUNTY

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.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• 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

Minimum Qualifications

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Other Characteristics

• 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 tasksAbility 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

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

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.

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/

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 HOSPITAL SYSTEMS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER