OPTOMETRIST - OPTHALMOLOGY

LOCATION: John H. Stroger Hospital - OPTHALMOLOGY

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

John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital (JHSH) of Cook County is the flagship of the Cook County Health & Hospitals System (CCHHS). The Level 1 Trauma center is one of the most respected in the nation. The hospital treats over 150, 000 emergency room patients annually. It is home to more than 300 attending physicians along with more than 400 medical residents and fellows.

Maintains a productivity standard of at least five (5) clinical days per week or the equivalent and 2080 work hours per year. Provides close supervision of all house staff encountered in the course of duty ensuring quality care and provides assessment of residents as directed by the Division chair to fulfill the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education requirements. Participates in the education of medical students, physician assistant students, ophthalmology technician students and nursing students. Documents clinical activity in clinics. Opportunities for research and obligation regarding its performance are by individual arrangement with the Division Chair. Remains clinically active at both John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital and Provident Hospital as directed. Must maintain certification as required to fulfill patient care responsibilities for patients treated by Cook County Health Hospital System (CCHHS).

Typical Duties

* The capability to prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses and provide vision therapy and low vision rehabilitation. The skill to perform and analyze ancillary tests (OCT) Fluorescein angiography, Visual Field testing and develop a treatment plan.

* The proficiency to administer drugs to patients to aid in the diagnosis of vision problems and prescribe drugs to treat some eye diseases.

* The knowledge to diagnose conditions caused by systemic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure, referring patients to Ophthalmologists and other health practitioners as required.

* Such clinical skills and training specified by the Division Chair inviting applications under the authority of the Department of Surgery Chair.

* Shares rounding responsibilities with other members of the Division such that the care of all inpatients and observation patients is supervised on a daily basis by an attending

* Documents Attending clinical activity: Outpatient progress notes, Consultation notes, and all required finance documentation.

* Communicates promptly to the Division chairman all information necessary for the creation of assignments.

* Acts with courtesy and collegiality and upholds the highest standards of professionalism in all arenas as representative of the Surgical Services as a whole.

* Participates in ongoing clinical trials and investigations offered in the division; participates in administrative committees servicing the department and Hospitals as schedule permits.

* In concert with division personnel, helps develop new programs and processes that enhance patient care.

* As coordinated with and approved by the Division Chair and approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB), performs research activities; follows all ethical guidelines.

* Engages in sufficient Continuing Medical Education to satisfy the requirement of the appropriate Board, Illinois Department of Public Health and Medical Staff by laws; attends Mortality and Morbidity conference, as well as required Division and Department meetings on regular basis and in accordance with established attendance benchmarks.

* Requests appropriate specialty consultations and performs inpatient rounds and required Resident teaching sessions as assigned, and as clinical needs dictate.

* Participates in Quality Assurance activities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a doctorate in optometry (OD)
• Must possess a valid State of Illinois Optometry License OR have the ability to obtain license prior to start date
• Must possess a valid State of Illinois Controlled Substance License OR have the ability to obtain license prior to start date
• Must possess a valid Federal DEA License OR have the ability to obtain license prior to start date
• Must be board certified in the relevant specialty of Optometry or must be on a pathway leading to certification within five (5) years or terminal training

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Current knowledge of the principles of Optometry to ensure quality and standards of care.
• Skill in the application of the principles and methods of Optometry to ensure quality and standards of care.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of medical research to help implement clinical protocols/internal research.
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of training medical staff to ensure standards of care.
• Skill to analyze data/information accurately in order to determine and implement an effective and appropriate course of action.
• Skill to prepare written documents to provide information and/or direction to staff and others.
• Skill to communicate effectively in order to exchange and/or provide information and/or direction to staff and others.
• Demonstrate the ability to follow department specific work rules, hospital and personnel rules.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and precision in decision making.
• Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices and the appropriate us 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.
• Must be able to travel to work sites throughout Cook County.
• 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 Cook County.

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: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

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.

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 must 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 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER