Neurology Physician

Loyal Source Government Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 230,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source Government Services is actively seeking 1 full-time Neurology Physician to support the Captain James A Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago, IL. The physician will provide on-site and telephonic Neurology services to eligible beneficiaries, delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a state-of-the-art facility.

The role involves ICU/inpatient rounds, patient-centered decision making, timely test result communication, and meticulous documentation.

Qualifications

• Full and unrestricted medical license in the United States (state, territory, or DC).
• Board Certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
• Current BLS certification recognized by American Heart Association.
• Real ID is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site and telephonic Neurology physician services.
• Deliver consultations and follow-ups as required by patient condition.
• Attend rounds in ICU, inpatient units, and ED when requested.
• Co-sign attending notes within 24 hours of consultations.
• Complete outpatient encounter forms the day of service.

Skills

Unrestricted medical license

BLS certification

Real ID

Education

Active medical license in US state/territory or DC

Board Certification: Psychiatry and Neurology

BLS Certification (AHA)

Real ID

Job description

Loyal Source Government Services is looking for 1 full-time Neurology Physician at the Captain James A Lovell Federal Health Care Center.

Job Summary:

The Neurology Physician will have provide services necessary to perform onsite and telephonic Neurology Physician Services to eligible beneficiaries of the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center (hereinafter referred to as FHCC). The Contractor’s physicians’ care shall cover the range of Neurology services as would be provided in a state-of-the-art health care medical treatment facility. Neurology Physicians are required to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and consistent care to all individuals.

Duties

• Training with Botox and experience in reading EEGs is preferred. is preferred.
• Shall involve the patient in care decisions by keeping him/her fully informed about the diagnosis, plan of care, treatment goals, risks, benefits of proposed treatments and prognosis. Shared decision making shall be pursued. Care provided will respect and integrate the patient's beliefs, values, cultural influences and special needs.
• Provide consultations and follow-ups in a timeframe as required by the patient’s medical condition.
• Responsible for follow-up and communicating test results ordered by provider.
• Perform rounds in the ICU, inpatient units, and emergency department when requested.
• Perform duties including, but not limited to attending clinic, E-Consults and procedures and services congruent with the respective provider’s credentials and abilities.
• Annotate the patients medical record immediately after face-to-face consultation. All resident consultations and follow-ups will be documented with an appropriate attending note. To meet national guidelines, consults must be co-signed by the attending physician within 24 hours of seeing the patient. Not doing so results in the record being out of compliance with VHA policy regarding consultations.
• Complete all medical records noted to be incomplete within 10 days after notification.
• Correctly complete all outpatient encounter forms on the day of the patient’s visit to the clinic and/or services rendered.

Qualifications

• Personnel assigned by the contractor to perform the services covered by this task order shall have a full and unrestricted license in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia.
• Should have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by a provider recognized by the American Heart Association
• Must have a Real ID
• Must have Board Certified by the American Bard of Psychiatry and Neurology as well as have an active license
• Minimum of 1 year of experience is required

Work Schedule and Location:

3001 Green Bay Road
North Chicago, IL 60064

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Telephonic on-call coverage: Coverage will be on a rotation basis and may be subject to callback.
• Weeknights - Monday from 4:30 p.m. to Friday at 8:00 a.m.
• Weekends - Friday from 4:30 p.m. to Monday at 8:00 a.m.
• Holidays - 24 hours starting at 8:00 a.m. on the holiday and ending at 8:00 a.m. the next day. This shall ensure telephonic coverage Rotation Holidays (24/hrs) & weekends Friday (4:30 p.m. - Monday 8:00 a.m.).

Additional Information

• This is a 1099 position

Please note

this position is notional and contingent upon the award of a government contract.

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About Loyal Source

Loyal Source provides healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission-critical operations. Guided by innovation and purpose, we help organizations achieve success across complex challenges worldwide. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

Loyal Source uses AI-powered voice screening as part of our application process. After you apply, you will receive a brief qualification survey via text or email. Candidates who meet the position requirements will then be invited to complete a quick AI-powered voice assessment. This easy, no-scheduling-required process helps us and the candidate move the hiring process forward faster.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you have a disability or medical condition and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this step of the hiring process, you may request an alternative method or accommodation at any time by contacting Human Resources at [e-mail].