ATTENDING PHYSICIAN, ACHN-BILINGUAL

Cook County•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Attending Physician, ACHN-Bilingual will provide part-time care to patients as part of the Ambulatory and Community Health Network (ACHN) have community health as their primary care setting. The incumbent is knowledgeable and concerned about the health of the populations served by their health center. Committed to providing holistic health services to the communities they serve, as members of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (DO) degree or foreign medical school equivalent is required
Illinois physician and surgeon license or eligibility to obtain license two (2) weeks prior to hire date is required
Illinois and Federal controlled substance license or eligibility to obtain license two (2) weeks prior to hire date is required
Board eligibility or certification in a primary care specialty (Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Pediatrics). Must achieve board certification within two (2) years of hire is required
Completion of a residency program in a primary care specialty (Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Pediatrics) at least thirty (30) days prior to starting employment is required
Bilingual, Spanish, required. (Bilingual testing for Spanish will be administered, a minimum score of 3 is required)

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of prior experience in primary care practice is preferred
One (1) year of experience providing medical care to underserved populations is preferred
One (1) year of experience with electronic medical record documentation is preferred
Demonstrated attitudes, knowledge, and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with patients and staff in a culturally diverse work environment
Knowledge of quality assurance principles and guidelines
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
Strong interpersonal and empathy skills
Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills
Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy, and precision in decision making
Knowledge of ACGME requirements
Knowledge of collaborative/supervisory agreement requirements for advanced practice providers
Ability to work varying hours as determined by changing clinic, and CCH needs
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment
Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged
Ability to function autonomously and as a team member in a multidisciplinary team
Ability to see and hear clearly (including with correction)
Demonstrate superb hand washing and sanitizing practices
Demonstrate the ability to follow department specific engineering, work practice controls, and work area safety precautions
Must follow CCH protocol when exposed to noise, chemicals, disease, blood borne pathogens, patient violence, and procedural injuries
Knowledge of and ability to comply with clinical documentation requirements
Knowledge of and ability to comply with accreditation and regulatory agency requirements

Responsibilities

Conducts direct patient care sessions per week, as assigned by ACHN clinical leadership
Functions as a member of the healthcare team in the health center, working collaboratively with mid-level providers, as assigned
Participates in staff and other related meetings
Completes all clinical duties in a timely fashion, including charting of patient visits
Participates in teaching activities for medical students, house-staff, and other health professionals
Maintains continuing medical education (CME) and participates in other professional activities
Works varying hours as determined by changing clinic, and CCH needs