ATTENDING PHYSICIAN 12 (SC) - TRAUMA AND BURN Job Number: 00123861 Job Posting : Nov 19, 2019, 7:37:02 PM Closing Date : Jan 19, 2020, 5:59:00 AM Full-time A.M. P.M. Collective Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 73 Drs Council Local 20None Posting Salary: COMPETITIVE SALARY Organization: Health and Hospital Systems LOCATION: John H. Stroger Hospital TRAUMA AND BURN 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 Under the direction of the Chairman for the Department of Trauma and Burn Services, leads the primary assessment and resuscitation of all trauma and burn patients when on call. Assists with preparing and analyzing the operations and capital budgets. Assists in evaluation, development and implementation of clinical pathways designed to improve patient care outcomes for Cook County Health &Hospitals System (CCHHS).
Typical Duties - Leads the resuscitation, evaluation and acute/elective operations of all trauma and burn patients when on call and off-call as needed or as directed by the chairman
- Responsible for the management of critical care, inpatient status and follow-up trauma clinic as per the schedule or as directed by the chairman. This includes both the trauma and burn services
- Works flexible hours (with call 24-30 hours in house 6-8 times per month on average including weekends and holidays); performs any necessary surgical or critical care interventions necessary during that period. This includes both elective and emergent burn and trauma services.
- Provides full coverage of the burn service as directed by the department chairman. This includes elective and emergent operations, ICU care, follow-up clinics and outreach and education/prevention activities.
- Maintains and develops educational programs to ensure objectives of the department are thoroughly presented to residents and students
- Participates in the department Performance Improvement/Patient Safety (PIPS) program
- Participates in department ongoing research efforts
- Participates in creating critical care and trauma evaluation protocols and participates in process improvement to address needs and improve efficiency of care
- Works with the Violence Program Coordinator and/or Trauma Patient/Family Support Services Coordinator to discuss the patients injuries and determine the causational relationship
- Communicates with hospital administration, Hospital Information Systems, department chairs, local Emergency Medical Services, state and regional trauma directors, local and national media, Chicago Police and Fire Departments and Gift of Hope
- Complies with patient confidentiality requirements regarding all written, verbal and computerized patient information
- Maintains documentation of efforts, decisions and changes for individual quality improvement initiatives
- Completes all clinical documentation in a timely fashion in compliance with the Hospital policies and procedures
- Assists with preparing and analyzing the operation and capital budgets
- Participates in national, regional and CCHHS committees as directed by the Chairman
- Adheres to all hospital and department specific safety requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - MD or DO from an accredited college or university
- Current General Surgical Board Certification or eligible
- Current Surgical Critical Care Board Certification or eligible
- Current Illinois Medical Board License or eligible
- Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) License
- Current and/or Eligible for an Illinois Control Substance License
- Certified as an Advanced Trauma Life Support provider
- Current High volume Level 1 Trauma Center experience at a large/complex Trauma Center
- One (1) year of resident and student education experience
- Eligible for academic appointment at the Assistant Processor level
- Must be able to work flexible hours (24-30 hours in house 6-8 times per month on average including weekends and holidays; perform any necessary surgical or critical care interventions necessary during that period)
Preferred Qualifications -
- Current experience in a certified Burn Center
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS - Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel
- Working knowledge of EMR, PACS
- Knowledge of quality assurance principles and guidelines
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
- Strong interpersonal and empathy skills
- Demonstrate clinical research skills and techniques for extracting and reporting information
- Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment
- Ability to function autonomously and as a team member in a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to work throughout the hospital in Resuscitation/Trauma Bay, Recovery Room, Trauma ICU, Specialty Clinic and Administrative Offices
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/ VETERAN PREFERENCE PLEASE READ 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, "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 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. 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 HOSPITAL SYSTEMS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER |
