MEDICAL DIRECTOR (MEDICAL ADMINISTRATOR II - OPT D (OPTION 18 - PSYCHIATRY & NEUROLOGY)

Illinoiscomptroller; Proviso Township (IL); On-site; USD 288,000 - 313,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health is seeking a dedicated Medical Director to lead psychiatric services at a prominent center. This role requires a valid Illinois Physician and Surgeon license and board certification in Psychiatry. The Medical Director will provide essential medical leadership, ensuring high standards of care and overseeing a team of licensed professionals. The position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and treatment policies, while working collaboratively with facility management and community agencies. If you are passionate about mental health and possess the necessary qualifications, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Physician and Surgeon License required.
• 3 years of medical administrative experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee medical/clinical and psychiatric care services.
• Establish patient care standards and policies.
• Consult on clinical matters and community agencies.

Skills

Medical Leadership

Psychiatry

Administrative Experience

Patient Care Standards

Consultation Skills

Education

Illinois Physician and Surgeon License

American Board Certification in Psychiatry

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Illinois Controlled Substance License

DEA Certificate of Registration

Job description

MEDICAL DIRECTOR (MEDICAL ADMINISTRATOR II - OPT D (OPTION 18 - PSYCHIATRY & NEUROLOGY)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.

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Location: Hines, IL, US, 60141

Job Requisition ID: 40228

Agency: Department of Human Services

Opening Date: 11/20/2024
Closing Date/Time: 12/19/2024
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $24,063 - $26,063 per month ($288,756 - $312,756 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None

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Posting Identification Number: 40228

Position Overview

The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Medical Director with an Illinois Physician and Surgeon license with a specialty in Psychiatry. Board Certification is required to provide medical leadership and oversight of the psychiatry services provided at the Madden Mental Health Center located in Hines Illinois, Cook County.

Job Responsibilities

1. Serves as the Medical Director with full responsibility for the administration of medical/clinical and psychiatric care services provided by licensed medical staff.
2. Administratively responsible for all medical, psychiatric nursing, social service and psychological treatment provided to patients on all units of the Center.
3. With approval of the Hospital Chief Executive Officer, establishes patient care standards for the entire facility, as well as, admission treatment and discharge policy.
4. Serves as full-line supervisor.
5. Provides consultation to the Hospital Chief Executive Officer on clinical matters and community agencies.
6. Examines patients for certification under the Mental Health Code. Reviews all restraint and seclusion authorizations.
7. Serves as an active high-ranking member of key facility management and treatment committees including the Hospital Executive Committee.
8. Performs other duties as assigned or required 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 an American Board Certification in the job-related medical specialty of Psychiatry.
3. Requires three (3) years of substantive medical administrative experience in the directing, planning and evaluating a medical/clinical program.

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 Madden Mental Health Center within 30 days of employment.
4. Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
5. Requires the ability to walk and stand for a significant period of time, including stooping, bending, lifting or exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally.
6. Requires the ability to maintain current Basic Life Support Certification.
7. Requires the ability to testify in court.
8. Requires the ability to serve as Medical Officer of the Day (MOD) after business hours, weekends and holidays in case of emergency.
9. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
10. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve.