ATTENDING PHYSICIAN XII - GASTROENTEROLOGY

Cook County•Chicago, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Attending Physician XII in the Department of Gastroenterology (GI) is responsible for patient care especially in relation to GI and Liver Disorders. Performs and supervises GI procedures. Participates in the education of Residents and Fellows.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (DO) from an accredited college or university is required
Licensed physician in the State of Illinois, or have the ability to obtain licensure prior to the start of employment is required
Successful completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) accredited in Gastroenterology is required
Successful completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) accredited in Internal Medicine is required
Board certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) in Gastroenterology OR Board eligible and must obtain Board Certification within two (2) years of starting this employment is required
Experience in the practice of Gastroenterology procedures is required

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge and experience with all aspects of Gastroenterology and Liver Disorders is preferred
Knowledge of the principles and methods of training medical staff to ensure standards of care is preferred
Skill to analyze data/information accurately in order to determine and implement an effective and appropriate course of action is preferred
Skill to prepare written documents to provide information and/or direction to staff and others is preferred
Skill to communicate effectively in order to exchange and/or provide information and/or direction to staff and others is preferred
Skill in the practice of Gastroenterology procedures, Liver Biopsy, and Motility Studies
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 provide quality care to patients
Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices and the appropriate use 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

Responsibilities

Provides consultation and follow-up to patients with gastroenterological problems at Cook County Health (CCH) hospitals and clinics
Provides liver consultations to patients at Cook County Health (CCH)
Educates and guides Residents and Fellows in appropriate management of gastroenterological problems
Performs emergency assignments, as needed
Provides services at Provident, as needed
Provides on-call services