Physician credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Board Certified/Board Eligible in Neurology
Eligible for state medical license and DEA registration
Advanced Life Support certification preferred
Responsibilities
Evaluate and treat patients with diagnostic and treatment skills
Coordinate discharge planning with case management
Accept patient referrals and act as attending physician
Participate in academic programs like medical education and research
Document patient care to meet insurance requirements
Engage in inpatient and outpatient consultations, including on-call duties
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan
Pro-rated paid time off and holidays
Ascension-paid tuition and ongoing professional development
Employee Assistance Program for emotional well-being
Parental leave and adoption assistance
Optional legal and pet insurance, plus transportation savings
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance
Location: Chicago, IL
Facility Name: Ascension St. Joseph Hospital Chicago
Schedule: Full-time
Base salary: $275,000.00 -$300,000.00
CME Allowance: $5,000
Malpractice coverage with tail
This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.
Join an established, stable and well-respected medical group practice setting
Call structure: shared equally with team
Practice setting: Outpatient/Inpatient
Teaching opportunities
Full-scope general Endocrinology
High quality service in one convenient location
Excellent office support staff
MA support
Board Certified/Board Eligible Neurology
Eligible for state medical license and DEA/Controlled Substance registration
About the Facility
361 bed hospital
Level II trauma
Integrated referral network
Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
How you'll make an impact in this role
Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinates discharge planning with case management.
Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.
What minimum requirements you'll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Required Credential(s):
Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Preferred Credential(s):
Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
Work Experience
None required.
Benefits that help you thrive
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Responsibilities
How you'll make an impact in this role
Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinates discharge planning with case management.
Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.
Qualifications
What minimum requirements you'll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Required Credential(s):
Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Preferred Credential(s):
Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
Work Experience
None required.
About Ascension
Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
