ATTENDING PHYSICIAN XII - ANGIO INTERVENTIONAL

Cook County Government; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 447,000 - 603,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook County Health & Hospitals System is seeking an Attending Physician XII in Radiology with a vascular/interventional focus to supervise and interpret diagnostic imaging across the hospital network.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in body and vascular interventional procedures, CT angiography, and teaching residents, with required board certification in radiology or current fellowship progression and timely report interpretation.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed physician in Illinois or eligible to obtain license prior to start.
• Board certified by the American Board of Radiology or Osteopathy Radiology (or in fellowship with Step 1 passed).
• Fellowship in Vascular/Interventional in good standing; eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise radiology residents and technologists when appropriate.
• Interpret radiologic studies and final reports in a timely manner.
• Provide radiologic consultative services across hospital departments.
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences and quality improvement efforts.
• Cover areas of department and hospital as assigned by the chairman.

Skills

Vascular/interventional radiology

CT angiography interpretation

Leadership/teaching

Patient care focus

Education

MD/DO degree

Job description

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Job Description - ATTENDING PHYSICIAN XII - ANGIO INTERVENTIONAL (00139385)

Job Description

ATTENDING PHYSICIAN XII - ANGIO INTERVENTIONAL 00139385

Collective Bargaining Unit : SEIU 20 STROGER-CORE KP DRS None Posting Salary : $446,799 - $602,663

JOB SUMMARY

The Attending Physician XII in the Department of Radiology are responsible for the supervision of, and interpretation of diagnostic imaging studies obtained with the hospital system. This position is specifically for but not limited to vascular/interventional services. The radiologist is expected to possess expertise in a wide variety of body and vascular interventional procedures including peripheral vascular procedures and limited neuroradiology diagnostic procedures including myelography. Experience must be wide and varied.

TYPICAL DUTIES

Follows departmental and hospital policies

Interprets radiologic studies in a timely manner

Reviews dictation of final reports for studies in a timely manner

Supervises Radiology residents and technologist when appropriate

Reviews Radiology residents’ preliminary reports in a timely manner; reviews and corrects Radiology residents' preliminary reports, as necessary

Participates in the education of residents, including didactic lecture preparation

Provides radiologic consultative services for other clinical departments within Cook County Health & Hospitals System (CCHHS)

Participates in multidisciplinary conferences as assigned

Performs procedures in areas where clinical privileges are granted

Provide coverage to the various areas of the department and hospital as requested by the Chairman

Participates in departmental and/or system wide committees as assigned

Participates in departmental and/or system wide quality improvements/assurance efforts as assigned

Maintains an educational environment conducive to educating the residents

Takes calls as assigned by the department chair including remote review of studies

Supervises, interprets and promotes the use of routine and advance diagnostic imaging techniques related to body imaging

Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (DO) from an accredited college or university is required. (MUST PROVIDE PROOF AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)

• Licensed physician in the State of Illinois or have the ability to obtain a license prior to beginning employment is required.
• Board certified by the American Board of Radiology or American Board of Osteopathy Radiology or if still in Fellowship training has passed step 1 certification by the American Board or Radiology is required.
• Successful completion or currently enrolled in an ACGME accredited Fellowship training in Vascular/Interventional. Must be in good standing with expected successful completion if currently in fellowship training is required.
• Experience/training pertaining to interpretation of CT angiographic examinations is required.
• Additional certification by the American Board of Radiology for vascular interventional or eligible is required. (MUST PROVIDE PROOF AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent research, publications, presentations in Radiology is preferred.
• Previous leadership roles such as Chief Resident, etc. is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Working knowledge and experience in a wide varied by body and vascular interventional procedures (TACE, TIPPS, etc.) including peripheral vascular procedures
• Working knowledge and experience with interpretation of CT angiographic examinations
• 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
• 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 perform limited neuroradiology diagnostic procedures including myelography
• 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

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.

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:

Meetthe 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 an 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 Licensewhich 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.

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 forthe Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION

*Degrees awarded outside 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 oraffectinganytermoraspectof County employment or hiring upon or because ofany political reason or factor.

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