PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST OPT B

Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: PHYSICIAN SPEC OPTION B - 32222 
Skill Option: Special License - IL License to Practice Medicine - Family Practice 
Bilingual Option: None 

Opening Date: 11/01/2024
Closing Date/Time: 12/04/2024
Salary: Anticipated Salary $14,070-$19,345/month ($168,840-$232,140/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
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  42512

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Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Physician Specialist, Option B for the Ludeman Developmental Center located in Park Forest, Illinois to serve as Physician on an inpatient unit. Practices family medicine and clinically directs a caseload. Verifies that the treatment of individuals meets the facilities standards of care. Evaluates cases at intake, signs certificates of admission. Serves as Physician on Call.

Essential Functions

• Serves as Physician for the Ludeman Developmental Center specializing in Family Practice.
• Makes daily rounds evaluating individuals’ progress and treatment.
• Refers individuals to community-based providers for specialized consultation, treatment and inpatient care.
• Serves as Physician on Call.
• Serves as an active member on assigned committees.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a valid State of Illinois Physician and Surgeon License.
• Requires an American Board Certification in the job-related medical specialty of Family Practice.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of professional experience evaluating the quality of medical care and treatment for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• One (1) year of professional experience coordinating medical services with other professional disciplines and supportive personnel.
• One (1) year of professional experience conductin