Physician Specialist Opt B (46731)
Physician Specialist Opt B (46731)
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:46731
Opening Date: 04/25/2025
Closing Date: 05/22/2025
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST OPTION B 32222
Skill Option:Special License IL License to Practice Medicine Internal Medicine
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $14070 $20214 per month ($168840 $242568 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Randolph
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC063
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
While not requireda 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 theAdditional Documentssection of yourapplication. 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.
All applicants who want to be considered for this positionMUSTapply electronically through thewebsite. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through theSuccessFactorsemployee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 toptier 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 Chester Mental Health Center located in Chester Illinois. As a nonadministrative Illinois licensed Physician utilizes knowledge of medical practice and techniques of a Board Certified physician in Internal Medicine providing delivery of medical services to recipients and in consulting with other staff members concerning the medical status and treatment of patients and/or staff. Chester Mental Health Center strives to assist patients to achieve their full recovery potential.
Essential Functions
- Conducts thorough and comprehensive medical studies of recipients including mental and physical examinations orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic procedures conducts general medicine clinics for recipients and prescribes medications and medical treatments as a practicing family care practitioner.
- As an Internal Medicine practitioner coordinates and directs medical intervention personally and through others the medical treatment program for all recipients.
- Conducts physical examinations of employees with work related injuries or physical medical complaints of an emergency nature and provides medical consultation care treatment and appropriate referral as directed by facility and departmental policy.
- As an Internal Medicine practitioner writes reports documenting the findings conclusions and treatments for assigned recipients.
- Participates in the medical staff meetings and committees as mandated by accreditation standards and as outlined by the medical staff bylaws.
- Serves in elected office or appointment to chairmanship of any of the defined 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 jobrelated medical specialty of Internal Medicine.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) years of professional experience evaluating the quality of specialized medical care and treatment for patients with mental illness.
- Two (2) years of professional experience coordinating medical services with other professional disciplines and supportive personnel.
- Two (2) years of professional experience in Internal Medicine conducting examinations.
- Two (2) years of professional experience identifying most appropriate positive treatment regime and carrying out that treatment 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.
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 Chester 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.
- Requires the ability maintain current Basic Life Support Certification.
- Requires the ability to testify in court.
- 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.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours:8:00am 4:00pm MondayFriday 30minute unpaid lunch
Work Location:1315 Lehmen Dr Chester Illinois
Division of Mental Health
Chester Mental Health Center
Medical Services
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)
- 1025 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
- Personal Sick & Vacation rates modified for 12hour & parttime 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 PreTax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
- GI BillTraining/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
- 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
- Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
