Applicants may apply for this position online or submit a resume/ CV to the following email address : MDRecruit@cookcountyhhs.org
When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email . An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.
To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV. Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.
JOB SUMMARY
The Attending Physician VIII of the Tuberculosis (TB) Prevention and Control Program serves as a member of the leadership team of the TB Program suburban Cook County. Under the primary direction of the Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH), provides clinical services for patients under the care of the CCDPH TB program. Works in conjunction with other members of the TB care team to coordinate epidemiologic, public health education and any other public health functions. Serves as the liaison to the local medical community, participating in conferences and speaking to groups of physicians and infection control personnel. Participates, in conjunction with the TB team in the review of TB cases in the County to assure that proper treatment has been administered, that patients are responding appropriately to their regimen, and that appropriate interventions have been initiated. Helps oversee the Direct Observed Therapy (DOT) program and aids when requested in contact investigations including those involving institutional settings. Also, participates in the team decision making process regarding the appropriate application of legal means to compel compliance with treatment, impose isolation, and restrict travel on public transportation such as commercial aircraft.
This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Typical Duties
Clinical Practice
* Serves as an attending physician, chief decision maker and primary consultant to other clinicians and ancillary personnel in the TB program for the management of routine and complex TB cases.
* Provides direct patient care to patients within CCDPH and Cook County Health (CCH) as assigned.
* Refers clients as needed for other clinical or social services.
Coordinate Clinical Activities
* Oversees all medical aspects of the control and prevention of TB in suburban Cook County.
* Provides medical and administrative direction for the conduct of TB case finding, diagnosis, treatment, evaluation of contacts, and case management.
* Assess and interprets TB surveillance data and implements necessary evidence-based interventions.
Administrative Duties
* Applies established principles for TB prevention and control using activities and resources that include screening, referral, patient evaluation, supportive and rehabilitative services and program evaluation.
* Helps develop and revise policies and procedures pertaining to the prevention, detection and treatment of TB in suburban Cook County.
* Applies the technical skills necessary to complete work in a timely and efficient manner. These skills include, but are not limited to, communication, clinical, word processing, spreadsheets, data base, presentation and statistical software.
* Remains current with issues in public health informatics.
Quality Improvement Activities
* Helps design, implement and update protocols for a meaningful and effective quality assurance instruments for the TB program.
* Promotes high standards of healthcare services that are produced and delivered in a cost-productive manner.
* Remains current in clinical and technical developments and in the prevention, treatment, and control of tuberculosis through ongoing participation in appropriate continuing medical education activities.
* Assists in the supervision, training and professional development of CCDPH staff.
Cultural Competencies
* Demonstrates and maintains attitudes, behaviors, knowledge, and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with communities, organizations, patients, and staff in a culturally diverse work environment.
* Participates in ongoing education and training to delivery culturally competent services and where if possible, linguistically specific services.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (D.O.) from an accredited college or university
Successful completion of an accredited medical residency program in Internal Medicine
Licensed as a Physician in the State of Illinois or the ability to obtain prior to starting employment
Board certification in Internal Medicine
Board subspecialty certification in Pulmonary or Infectious Disease OR Five (5) years of clinical experience providing care to patients with tuberculosis
Illinois Controlled Substance license and Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) license or the ability to obtain prior to starting employment
Must be trained and certified in NIMS FEMA IS-100, 200, 700 and 800 management within twelve (12) months of employment
Position requires moderate travel for which the employee must have a valid driver's license in good standing and access to an insured vehicle
Must be available for "on-call" duty as required
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Public Health from an accredited college or university
Bilingual
Media training and experience
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products
Experience in public health surveillance, epidemiology, outbreak investigation, and outbreak response
Experience in data analysis, including the use of standard statistical software (Epi Info, Access, Excel)
Evidence of leadership abilities in the public health field, as demonstrated by prior accomplishments and/or publications.
Research and grant writing experience desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge and expertise in diagnosing and treating all forms of tuberculosis including knowledge of up-to-date approaches to the care and treatment of multi-drug resistant tuberculosis and extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis
Knowledge of modem principles, practices and techniques of pulmonary and critical care medicine, equipment, instruments and materials used in procedures relating to the specialty; principles, practices and techniques of general medicine.
Knowledge of the field of assignment and physical ability sufficient to perform thoroughly and accurately the full scope of responsibility as illustrated by example in the above job description.
Knowledge of local and Illinois State public health laws and regulations; Cook County Department of Public Health regulations about prevention and control of tuberculosis.
Ability to diagnose medical or surgical problems and to prescribe treatment for conditions arising within their subspecialty; establish and maintain effective working relationships with lay and professional employees and colleagues; express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; participate in the activities and educational programs appropriate to the specialty.
Skill in the use of specialized laboratory equipment where appropriate.
Demonstrated teaching and administrative skills.
Organizational and management skills to facilitate the efficient provision of services to patients and the incorporation of the service into the department, institution and Cook County Health and Hospitals System.
Meticulous and legible medical record documentation.
Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary care team.
Assesses the health status of populations and their related determinants of health and illness for tuberculosis.
Assesses the health literacy of populations served.
Ability to manage consistent with all relevant Cook County Department of Public Health, Cook County Health and Hospitals Systems, and the County of Cook.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply related public health laws and regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to represent CCDPH with tact and diplomacy.
Incorporates strategies for interacting with persons from diverse backgrounds.
Considers the role of cultural, social, and behavioral factors in the accessibility, availability, acceptability and delivery of public health services.
Responds to diverse needs that are the result of cultural differences.
Explains the dynamic forces that contribute to cultural diversity.
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.
VETERAN PREFERENCE
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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 :
* Meet the 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 and 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 License which 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 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 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 or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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About Cook County Health
ABOUT COOK COUNTY HEALTH (CCH)
The Cook County Health’s mission is to deliver integrated health services with dignity and respect regardless of a patient’s ability to pay; foster partnerships with other health providers and communities to enhance the health of the public; and advocate for policies that promote the physical, mental and social wellbeing of the people of Cook County.
CCH is comprised of two hospitals, John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital and Provident Hospital, a robust network of more than a dozen community health centers, the Ruth M. Rothstein CORE Center, the Community Triage Center, the Cook County Department of Public Health, Cermak Health Services, which provides health care to individuals at the Cook County Jail and the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center, and CountyCare, a Medicaid managed care health plan.
The system cares for more than 300,000 patients each year and its physicians are experts in their fields, committed to providing their patients with comprehensive, compassionate and cutting-edge care. Today, CCH is transforming the provision of health care in Cook County by promoting community-based primary and preventive care, growing an innovative, ...collaborative health plan and enhancing the patient experience.
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