What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST OPT C (OPTION 18 - PSYCHIATRY & NEUROLOGY) position at Governor of Illinois?

Agency : Department of Human Services

Opening Date : 01 / 17 / 2025

Closing Date / Time : 02 / 18 / 2025

Salary : Anticipated Salary : $15,706 - $22,542 per month ($188,472 - $270,504 per year)

Job Type : Salaried

County : Kane

Number of Vacancies : 1

Plan / BU : RC063

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement / labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

While not required, a Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and / or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number : 40468

Position Overview

The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Physician Specialist Option C for the Elgin Mental Health Center located in Elgin, Illinois to serve as a medical specialist in psychiatry, providing services to mentally ill patients. Maintains compliance with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services certification standards and Joint Commission accreditation standards.

Job Responsibilities

As an Illinois licensed physician, practices as a medical specialist in psychiatry in providing services to mentally ill patients.
Completes psychiatric documentation and reports in a thorough and timely manner, including but not limited to initial psychiatric evaluations, risk assessments, progress notes, etc.
Evaluates, prepares, and attends court testimony regarding involuntary commitment, fitness to proceed, involuntary administration of medications and other issues.
Participates in medical committees, unit meetings, specialized case reviews and other meetings.
Maintains compliance with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services certification standards and Joint Commission accreditation standards.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of those duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a valid State of Illinois Physician and Surgeon License.

Requires completion of an approved residency in the position related medical specialty in psychiatry.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of professional experience evaluating the quality of specialized medical care and treatment for patients with mental illness.

Two (2) years of professional experience coordinating medical services with other professional disciplines and supportive personnel.

Two (2) years of professional experience conducting psychiatric exams of patients.

Two (2) years of professional experience identifying most appropriate positive treatment regime and carrying out that treatment in accordance with best practices.

Two (2) years of professional experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

Two (2) years of professional experience preparing comprehensive and specialized medical records and reports.

Conditions of Employment

Requires the possession of a valid Illinois Controlled Substance License.

Requires the possession of a valid United States Drug Enforcement Administration Certificate of Registration.

Requires the ability to meet the requirements of and be appointed to the medical staff association of Elgin Mental Health Center within 30 days of employment.

Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.

Requires ability to stand and walk for a significant period of time, including stooping, bending, lifting or exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally.

Requires the ability to participate in patient management interventions that may include participating in restraint interventions.

Requires the ability to maintain current Basic Life Support Certification.

Requires the ability to testify in court.

Requires the ability to serve as Medical Officer of the Day (MOD) after business hours, weekends and holidays in case of emergency.

Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.

Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

Work Hours : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00am - 4 : 00pm

Work Location : 750 S State St, Elgin, Illinois, 60123

Division of Mental Health

Elgin Mental Health Center

CPS Brunk / Hinton

Agency Contact : DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

Posting Group : Health Services; Social Services

About the Agency

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. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following :

A Pension Program

Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

3 Paid Personal Business Days annually

12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)

10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)

13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years

Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)

12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan

Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)

GI Bill Training / Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans

5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions

Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link : Benefits Information

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources :

State employees : Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees : on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses :

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Salary : $188,472 - $270,504

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