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

Opening Date: 02/03/2025
Closing Date/Time: 03/04/2025
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $14,070 - $20,214 per month ($168,840 - $242,568 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Kane
Number of Vacancies: 2
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 44362

Why Work for Illinois?

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No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule-flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Physician Specialist Option B for the Elgin Mental Health Center located in Elgin, Illinois to provide comprehensive medical care and treatment of disorders relating to internal medicine facility- wide. Provides diagnostic and treatment services. Provides facility-wide consultation in internal medicine to medical staff. Provides in-service training to other staff. Serves as an intermediary and advocate for patients during community-based consultations, treatment and outpatient care.

Essential Functions

Provides comprehensive medical care and treatment of disorders relating to internal medicine facility- wide.
Makes daily rounds evaluating patients' progress and treatment.
Serves as an intermediary and advocate for patients during community-based consultations, treatment and outpatient care.
Serves as Physician on Call.
Provides consultation in internal medicine to other medical and direct care staff.
Serves as an active member on committees.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a valid State of Illinois Physician and Surgeon License.
Requires American Board Certification in the job-related medical specialty of Internal Medicine.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of professional experience evaluating and providing quality medical care to adult patients.
Two (2) years of professional experience coordinating medical services with other professional disciplines and supportive personnel.
Two (2) years of professional experience evaluating, diagnosing and treating adult patients in accordance with best practices.
Two (2) years of professional experience communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
Two (2) years of professional experience preparing comprehensive and specialized medical records and reports.
One (1) year of professional experience treating adults with mental illness.

Conditions of Employment

Requires the possession of a valid Illinois Controlled Substance License.
Requires the possession of a valid United States Drug Enforcement Administration Certificate of Registration.
Requires the ability to meet the requirements of and be appointed to the medical staff association of Elgin Mental Health Center within 30 days of employment.
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
Requires the ability to walk and stand for a significant period of time, including stooping, bending, lifting or exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally.
Requires the ability to participate in patient management interventions that may include participating in restraint interventions that require the physical hold of a patient.
Requires the ability to maintain current Basic Life Support Certification.
Requires the ability to serve as Medical Officer of the Day (MOD) after business hours, weekends and holidays in case of emergency.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: Various shifts, see below

1 Vacancy - 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday, 30 minute paid lunch, Hartman/M

1 Vacancy - 8:00 - 4:00pm Sunday and Saturday, 12:00am - 8:00am Monday and Friday, 4:00pm - 12:00am Wednesday, 30 minute paid lunch, Facility Wide

Work Location: 750 S State St, Elgin, Illinois, 60123

Mental Health & Developmental Disabilities Services

Elgin Mental Health Center

Medical Dept. - Facility-wide Physicians

Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Health Services; Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
- Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

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State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

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