Attending Physician 12 - Radiology

LOCATION: John H. Stroger Hospital

Radiology

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

Attending Physicians in the Department of Radiology are responsible for the supervision of and interpretation of diagnostic imaging studies obtained with the hospital system. This position is for but not limited to diagnostic imaging services including, CT, MRI, US and fluoroscopy. Experience must be wide and varied.

Typical Duties

• Follows departmental and hospital policies

• Interprets radiologic studies in a timely manner

• Reviews dictation of final reports for studies reviewed in a timely manner

• Supervises Radiology residents and technologist when appropriate

• Reviews Radiology residents preliminary reports in a timely manner; reviews and corrects Radiology residents preliminary reports, as necessary

• Participates in the education of residents, including didactic lecture preparation

• Provides radiologic consultative services for other clinical departments within Cook County Health & Hospitals System (CCHHS)

• Participates in multidisciplinary conferences as assigned

• Performs procedures in areas where clinical privileges are granted

• Provides coverage to the various areas of the department and hospital system as requested by the Chairman including traveling to different sites if necessary

• Participates in departmental and/or system wide committees as assigned

• Participates in departmental and/or system wide quality improvements/assurance efforts as assigned

• Maintains an educational environment conducive to educating the residents

• Takes calls as assigned by the department chair including remote review of studies

• Supervises, interprets and promotes the use of routine and advance diagnostic imaging techniques related to body imaging

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

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

• Licensed physician in the State of Illinois, or have the ability to obtain licensure prior to the start of employment

• Successful completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) accredited Diagnostic Radiology Residency

• If currently in fellowship training, passed step I board Examination by the American Board of Radiology. Must become certified after completion of practice requirements stipulated by the ABR or AOBR to maintain recommendation for remaining on the medical staff OR Completed and maintained Certification by the American Board of Radiology or American Osteopathic Board of Radiology

• Currently enrolled in or has completed fellowship training in a body imaging fellowship or neuroradiology fellowship in the United States

• Valid Federal DEA certificate OR have the ability to obtain certificate one prior to starting employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric radiology experience or extra training during final residency

• Recent (within 24 month) diagnostic radiology research of publishable scholarly activity

• Selection of Diagnostic Radiology Chief Resident in an ACGME or AOA approved Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program

• Activities demonstrating service to public health or underserved populations

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Working knowledge and experience with all aspects of general Radiology

• Working knowledge and experience with interpretation of body imaging examinations

• 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.

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

• 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.

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

• 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 patients

• Ability to demonstrate service to public health or underserved populations

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

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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, "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 prejudicingor affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because ofany political reason or factor.

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