LOCATION: John H. Stroger Hospital - Surgery/Ophthalmology

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 Ophthalmologist-Glaucoma Specialist provides both clinical and surgical services to the patients of Cook County Health (CCH). Participates in the call schedule as specified by the Division Chief. Supervises Fellows, Residents, medical students, mid-level practitioners, and ancillary personnel. Partakes in clinical trials, conducts research, serves on administrative committees, and adheres to all federal, local and department rules and regulations. The candidate will uphold the highest standards of professionalism, maintains fiduciary responsibility to CCH, and performs all other related duties assigned by the Division or Department Chair.

Typical Duties

• * Provides diagnostic and treatment services to patients including benign and malignant disease

• * Provides minor surgical services as needed and as time permits

• * Provides inpatient and outpatient consultations

• * Completes timely, accurate, and thorough medical record documentation as required to meet appropriate department and/or hospital guidelines

• * Assists the division with developing new programs, processes and/or procedures that enhance patient care

• * Participates in the education and training of fellows, students and residents rotating in the division

• * Obtains and maintains surgical privileges and remain clinically active at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital and/or Provident Hospital as assigned by Division chair and the Department of Surgery Chair

• * Responds promptly to all on-call queries from Residents/Fellows in situations of pressing acuity

• * Communicates directly with other Attending physicians and surgeons when communication through Residents/Fellows or Mid-level providers may be unreliable

• * Communicates promptly to the Division Chair all information necessary for the creation of assignments

• * Acts with courtesy and collegiality and upholds the highest standards of professionalism in all arenas as representative of the Surgical Services as a whole

• * Participates in ongoing clinical trials and investigations offered in the division; participates in administrative committees servicing the department and Hospitals as schedule permits

• * Performs research activities as coordinated with and approved by the Division Chair and approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB); follows all ethical guidelines

• * Engages in sufficient Continuing Medical Education to satisfy the requirement of the appropriate Board, Illinois Department of Public Health and Medical Staff by laws; attends Mortality and Morbidity conference, as well as required Division and Department meetings on regular basis and in accordance with established attendance benchmarks

• * Requests appropriate specialty consultations, and performs inpatient rounds and required Resident teaching sessions as assigned and as clinical needs dictate

• * Participates in Quality Assurance activities as assigned

• * Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• * Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (DO) from an accredited college or university

• * Licensed as a Physician and Surgeon in the State of Illinois prior to starting employment

• * Must be cleared for privileges by Medical Staff Services by start of employment

• * Board certification in the relevant specialty of Ophthalmology or must be in a pathway leading to certification within five (5) years of terminal training

• * Such clinical skills and training specified by the Division Chair inviting applications under the authority of the Department of Surgery Chair

• * Must have successfully completed a Glaucoma fellowship or on the pathway to successful completion within twelve (12) months

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• * Current knowledge and skill in the application of the principles and methods of ophthalmic surgery to ensure quality and standards of care.

• * Knowledge of the principles and practices of medical research to help implement clinical protocols/internal research.

• * Knowledge of the principles and methods of training medical staff to ensure standards of care.

• * Skill to analyze data/information accurately in order to determine and implement an effective and appropriate course of action.

• * Skill to prepare written documents to provide information and/or direction to staff and others.

• * Skill to communicate effectively in order to exchange and/or provide information and/or direction to staff and others.

• * Demonstrate the ability to follow department specific work rules, hospital and personnel rules.

• * Demonstrates professional standards of ethical behavior

• * Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and precision in decision making.

• * Ability to meet requirements of on call schedule if requested to participate.

• * Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices and the appropriate us of the electronic health record (EHR).

• * Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged.

• * Ability to follow hospital protocol when exposed to noise, chemicals, disease, blood borne pathogens, patient violence and procedural injuries.

• * Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings and holidays as needed.

• * Ability to meet department and divisional productivity thresholds.

• * Ability to meet appropriate confidentiality standards for protected health information (PHI).

• * Ability to provide appropriate patient care while maintaining fiduciary responsibility to Cook County.

• * Must be able to travel to work sites throughout Cook County.

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 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER