ATTENDING PHYSICIAN, ADVANCED COMPLEX ENDOSCOPY - GASTROENTEROLOGY CLINICAL

LOCATION: John H. Stroger Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Gastroenterology

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 Attending Physician of Advanced Complex Endoscopy specializes in performing high complexity Gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopic procedures, including, Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR), Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD), Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM), etc., under the direction of the Chair of the Division of Gastroenterology throughout Cook County Health (CCH).

The Attending Physician, Advanced Complex Endoscopy specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive disorders. The position will perform and supervise regular as well as complex GI procedures and participates in clinic and consultation services as well as training of residents and fellows.

Typical Duties

Provides direct patient care and consultative for Gastroenterology patients in the inpatient and outpatient sites for CCH.

Provides highly specialized outpatient/inpatient acute and chronic digestive disorders care aimed to improve patient outcome.

• Performs and interprets GI Endoscopic procedures including advanced EUS, ERCP, EMR, ESD, POEM, etc.
• Collaborates with the Department of Anesthesiology in developing and implementing new protocols pertaining to advanced complex endoscopy.
• Provides on-call support for the Division of Gastroenterology.
• Participates in divisional, departmental, and institutional taskforces and committees.
• Participates in the execution of curricula development supporting the training and education for GI fellows, residents, and medical students.
• Maintains an active clinical load of at least 80%25.
• Performs emergency assignments and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited medical school or university or foreign equivalent is required (MUST PROVIDE PROOF AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)

• Licensed as a Physician and Surgeon in the State of Illinois prior to starting employment is required
• Must be cleared for privileges by Medical Staff Services by start of employment is required
• Successful completion of a Three (3) year GI Fellowship training from an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in Internal Medicine is required (MUST PROVIDE PROOF AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)
• Successful completion of One (1) year advanced GI endoscopy training and/or experience is required

Board certification or Board eligibility by American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) in a Gastroenterology subspecialty or must obtain Board Certification within in one (1) year of starting this employment is required

Experience in the practice of Gastroenterology procedures including but not limited to Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR), Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD), and Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) is required

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

Skilled in the practice of Gastroenterology procedures and Motility Studies

Skills in the practice of Advanced complex Gastroenterology procedures including ERCP, EUS, EMR, ESD, POEM. etc.

• Demonstrates 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.
• 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
• Must be able to travel to work sites throughout CCH

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements.

This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.

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.

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: cookcountyrisk.com

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 bust 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 AND HOSPITAL SYSTEMS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER