ATTENDING PHYSICIAN 9 - STROKE - NEUROLOGY

Location

John H. Stroger Hospital – Neurology Stroke

Job Summary

The Attending Physician IX‑SC will provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients on both the inpatient neurology stroke service and the outpatient neurology clinics. The physician participates in educational and quality improvement initiatives of the Division of Neurology and the Stroke Program.

Typical Duties

• Meet and maintain the standards of hospital staff membership as set forth in the Medical Staff By‑Laws.
• Manage patient care in a compassionate, respectful manner consistent with the highest standards of neurologic care.
• Maintain current knowledge in the practice of Neurology and Stroke.
• Maintain a current, active Illinois physician licensure.
• Maintain federal and state‑controlled substance licensure.
• Maintain Neurology board certification.
• Maintain Vascular Neurology board certification.
• Meet Illinois requirements for Continuing Medical Education.
• Meet hospital requirements for Annual Training, Infection Control and Respiratory Testing.
• Chart patient care in a complete, accurate, and professional manner.
• Complete patient encounter notes in a timely manner.
• Complete all requested pharmacy, insurance, disability, and other forms associated with medical care of patients.
• Respond to pages, patient phone calls and other communications in a timely way.
• Complete evaluations of residents and students in a timely manner.
• Maintain constructive, positive relationships with physicians, nurses and other hospital staff.
• Evaluate and treat patients on the inpatient Neurology stroke service and in the outpatient Neurology clinics.
• Complete a detailed history and physical exam (including neurological exam) on patients referred to the Neurology service and outpatient neurology clinic.
• Work at all Cook County Health Neurology inpatient and outpatient sites including Blue Island, Stroger Hospital and Provident Hospital.
• Provide high‑quality telestroke coverage to all patients referred to the Cook County Health telestroke program.
• Serve as a role model in consistently providing effective and compassionate patient care; adhering to policies; and manifesting respectful and professional behavior, scholarly inquiry and commitment to self‑ and institutional improvement.
• Regularly attend and participate in divisional and departmental administrative meetings.
• Participate in or lead structured quality improvement activities related to hospital function, as assigned.
• Collaborate with the Stroke Program including the Stroke Coordinator and Medical Director of the Stroke Program to maintain Joint Commission requirements for accreditation as a stroke center.
• Monitor and respond to lab results, patient messages and patient phone calls.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (D.O.) degree from an accredited American or Canadian Medical School.
• Must be licensed as a physician in the State of Illinois or able to obtain license prior to starting employment.
• Illinois and Federal Controlled Substance License or ability to obtain prior to starting employment.
• Successful completion of a residency in Neurology accredited by the American College of Graduate Medical Education.
• Board Certification in Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or Board Eligible with achievement of the certification within three years of completion of residency training.
• Board Certification in Vascular Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or Board Eligible with achievement of certification within three years of completion of fellowship training.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual.
• Clinical experience with a focused neurology rotation during electives or previous job experience within the field of Neurology.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of the medical subspecialty of Neurology and Stroke.
• Sound judgment.
• Knowledge of when to seek consultation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel and other data analysis tools and methodologies required for data gathering, analysis and presentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups.
• Strong customer service and empathy skills.
• Demonstrates good phone and email etiquette skills and strong response times.
• Demonstrates analytical and organizational, problem‑solving, critical thinking and conflict management/resolution skills.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, accuracy and precision.
• Ability to effectively teach and provide supervision to fellows, residents, nursing, students, and other clinical support staff.
• Ability to coordinate a medical service of residents and students.
• Ability to maintain compassionate, respectful relationships with patients.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to utilize the electronic medical records.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to do moderate lifting up to 45 pounds, to walk and stand for prolonged periods to use hands, legs, and fingers.
• Ability to effectively communicate while maintaining HIPAA for PHI.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced and stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged.
• Ability to take initiative, work with or without direct supervision.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• Basic Term Life Insurance.
• Pension Plan.
• Deferred Compensation Program.
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time.
• Qualification for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Equal Opportunity Employment

Cook County Health and Hospital Systems is an equal opportunity employer.