Position Purpose:Emergency Department are responsible for assessing and addressing patients entering the hospital's emergency room. They promptly treat injuries, infections, and other conditions to stabilize patients, requesting necessary medical tests, creating treatment plans, and referring patients to specialists as needed. All ED physicians report directly to the ED medical director/ Chair of the Department.
ER Physician Overview:As an ER Physician, your primary focus is ensuring the stabilization of incoming patients, resolving immediate dangers posed by their conditions. Performing tests and follow-ups is crucial to achieving effective treatments. Success is demonstrated by your proficiency in solving patient cases and discharging them seamlessly.
Essential Functions (list in order of importance including measures)- Perform initial screening on incoming patients to integrate them into the ER's current load.
- Oversee patient care, treatment, and recovery.
- Participate in research efforts and clinical studies when applicable.
- Maintain clinical records adhering to regulations and standards.
- Clear patients for discharge or recommend further procedures with specialists.
- Conduct follow-ups to monitor the patient's condition.
- 100% attendance for ED meeting mandatory (virtual or in-person), 50% medical staff meetings mandatory.
- Maintain above average patient's satisfaction score and avoid patients and staff complaints.
Requirements - Completed medical studies from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 3 years in a residency program, with active American Board Certification in EM or eligibility.
- Active and unrestricted License to practice medicine in the state of Illinois.
- Certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
Saint Anthony Hospital Highlights:- Saint Anthony Hospital is an independent, nonprofit, faith-based, acute care, community hospital dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the families on the West Side and Southwest Side of Chicago.
- Saint Anthony Hospital has been certified as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission.
- Saint Anthony Hospital offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits program for employees and their families.
- Saint Anthony Hospital employs and teaches some of the city's brightest, most innovative resident physicians and medical students.
Featured Benefits:- Comprehensive Health Insurance Plans (Medical/Dental/Vision)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employer-Matching Retirement Plans
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Bereavement Leave / Short-Term Disability / Basic & Supplemental Long-Term Disability
- Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance / Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Business Traveler's Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Pet Insurance & Legal Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement / Adoption Assistance
- Qualifying Employment for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Annual Salary:$249,864 - $313,066
