PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST OPT C (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.
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.The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.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.
Salary and Benefits
Anticipated Salary : $15,706 - $22,542 per month ($188,472 - $270,504 per year).
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance3 Paid Personal Business Days annually12 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 yearsFlexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)12 Weeks Paid Parental LeaveDeferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement planOptional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)GI Bill Training / Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans5% Salary Differential for Bilingual PositionsUse the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
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Salary : $188,472 - $270,504
