ATTENDING PHYSICIAN XII-SC - TRAUMA AND BURN

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Chair for the Department of Trauma and Burn Services, leads the primary assessment and resuscitation of all trauma and burn patients when on call. Assists with preparing and analyzing the operations and capital budgets. Assists in the evaluation, development and implementation of clinical pathways designed to improve patient care outcomes for Cook County Health (CCH).

Typical Duties

• Leads the resuscitation, evaluation and acute/elective operations of all trauma and burn patients when on call and off-call as needed or as directed by the chairman

• Responsible for the management of critical care, inpatient status and follow-up trauma clinic as per the schedule or as directed by the chairman. This includes both the trauma and burn services

• Works flexible hours (with call 24-30 hours in house 6-8 times per month on average including weekends and holidays); performs any necessary surgical or critical care interventions necessary during that period. This includes both elective and emergent burn and trauma services.

• Provides full coverage of the burn service as directed by the department chairman. This includes elective and emergent operations, ICU care, follow-up clinics and outreach and education/prevention activities.

• Maintains and develops educational programs to ensure objectives of the department are thoroughly presented to residents and students

• Participates in the department Performance Improvement/Patient Safety (PIPS) program

• Participates in department ongoing research efforts

• Participates in creating critical care and trauma evaluation protocols and participates in process improvement to address needs and improve efficiency of care

• Works with the Violence Program Coordinator and/or Trauma Patient/Family Support Services Coordinator to discuss the patients' injuries and determine the causational relationship

• Communicates with hospital administration, Hospital Information Systems, department chairs, local Emergency Medical Services, state and regional trauma directors, local and national media, Chicago Police and Fire Departments and Gift of Hope

• Complies with patient confidentiality requirements regarding all written, verbal and computerized patient information

• Maintains documentation of efforts, decisions and changes for individual quality improvement initiatives

• Completes all clinical documentation in a timely fashion in compliance with the Hospital policies and procedures

• Assists with preparing and analyzing the operation and capital budgets

• Participates in national, regional and CCH committees as directed by the Chairman

• Adheres to all hospital and department specific safety requirements

• Reports to the Chair of the Department of Trauma and Burn Services

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (DO) from an accredited college or university

• Board Certification by American Board of Surgery (ABM) or American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (AMOS) or must obtain Board Certification within eighteen months of starting employment

• Board Certified in Surgical Critical Care or Board Eligibility and must obtain Surgical Critical Care Board Certification with eighteen months of starting employment

• Licensed as a Physician and Surgeon in the State of Illinois prior to starting employment

• Must be cleared for privileges by Medical Staff Services by start of employment

• Certified as an Advanced Trauma Life Support provider

• Current High-volume Level 1 Trauma Center experience at a large/complex Trauma Center

• Eligible for academic appointment at the Assistant Processor level

• Must be able to work flexible hours (24-30 hours in house 6-8 times per month on average including weekends and holidays; perform any necessary surgical or critical care interventions necessary during that period)

Preferred Qualifications

• Current experience in a certified Burn Center

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel

• Working knowledge of EMR, PACS

• Knowledge of quality assurance principles and guidelines

• 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 interpersonal and empathy skills

• Demonstrate clinical research skills and techniques for extracting and reporting information

• Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills

• Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and precision in decision making

• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment

• Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices

• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged

• Ability to function autonomously and as a team member in a multidisciplinary team

• Ability to train by presenting concepts and demonstrating tasks

• Ability to perform accurate and reliable mathematical and budget estimates

• Ability to see and hear clearly (including with correction)

• Ability to work throughout the hospital in Resuscitation/Trauma Bay, Recovery Room, Trauma ICU, Specialty Clinic and Administrative Offices

• Demonstrate superb hand washing and sanitizing practices

• Demonstrate the ability to follow department specific engineering, work practice controls and work area safety precautions

• Must follow hospital protocol when exposed to noise, chemicals, disease, blood borne pathogens, patient violence and procedural injuries

• Must be able to work flexible hours (24-30 hours in house 6-8 times per month on average including weekends and holidays; perform any necessary surgical or critical care interventions necessary during that period)

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.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

• Basic Term Life Insurance

• Pension Plan

• Deferred Compensation Program

• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

• You also may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

VETERAN PREFERENCE

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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:

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  Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

  
  

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  Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"

  
  

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  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 and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

  
  

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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.

MUST MEET ALL THE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.