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Cook County Health · 1 day ago

CHAIR OF THE DIVISION OF HEMATOLOGY & ONCOLOGY

Cook County, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

7+ years exp

Cook County Health is seeking a Chair of the Division of Hematology and Oncology, responsible for the strategic development and day-to-day operations of the division. The role emphasizes leadership oversight to ensure quality patient care and involves collaboration with system leadership to align initiatives with the organization's mission.

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Responsibilities

Collective Bargaining Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals

Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings

Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels

Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements

Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements

Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices

Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements

Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH systemic development and success

Discuss and develop CCH system policies and procedures

Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary: hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements

Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary

Supervises credentialed providers and other division staff members

Provides leadership oversight and guidance to and ensures the quality of patient care delivered by the Division’s clinical staff with privileges. Promptly responds to patient complaints and concerns

Ensures the timely completion of ongoing and focused professional evaluations for all credentialed providers

Assumes responsibility for compliance of the division with regard to quality assurance, risk management, academic, and clinical responsibilities

Collaborates with administrative, nursing and any other clinical disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care

Educates, supervises, and evaluates residents and/or fellows assigned to all Hematology/Oncology services and participates in the organization and development of relevant teaching activities, as assigned

Participates in the education, evaluation, and supervision of medical students from affiliate medical schools and universities as assigned

Responsible for evaluating and managing the educational (including medical students, residents and/or fellows and continuing education) activities of the department

Formulates and manages the capital and operating budget expenditure process of the division

Participates in other administrative responsibilities at departmental or institutional level as assigned by the Department Chair

Conducts regular division staff meetings

Assists the Department Chair with the development and implementation of strategic staffing, patient care and operational initiatives

Provides direct patient care as an attending physician to inpatients and outpatient

Participates in core academic, clinical, and administrative activities and maintain their skills based on measurable local and national standards

Complies with departmental and institutional policies and accept academic, clinical, and administrative assignments as per hospital bylaws as well as external regulatory bodies

Participates in Quality Assurance/Process Improvement activities, didactics, and clinical case conference

Attends core departmental educational or Quality Assurance conferences

Demonstrates and maintains attitudes, behaviors, knowledge, and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with patients and staff in a culturally diverse work environment

Maintains an active clinical load of at least 50%

Performs other duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department of Medicine

Qualification

Doctor of Medicine (MD)Board Certified in HematologyBoard Certified in Medical OncologySeven years as Attending PhysicianLicensed Physician in IllinoisQuality Assurance knowledgeMicrosoft Office proficiencyAnalytical skillsProfessionalismOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsCritical thinkingConflict managementAttention to detailTeamwork

Required

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

Must be Licensed as a Physician in the State of Illinois prior to starting employment

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

Board Certified in Hematology and/or Medical Oncology

Seven (7) years of work experience as an Attending Physician in the practice of Hematology and/or Oncology. At least two (2) years of this experience must have taken place in an institution in which there is active training of residents and/or fellows

Three (3) years of work experience in administering clinical, educational, quality assurance or research programs related to Hematology and/or Medical Oncology

Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) to ensure the protection of the confidentiality and security of healthcare information for all patients

Knowledge of the principles and methods of training medical staff to ensure standards of care meet or exceed expectations

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and electronic medical record

Basic knowledge of QA guidelines and/or requirements

Must be proficient in the latest computer technology as well as have the required skill set for electronic medical records

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

Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and precision

Demonstrated ability to make appropriate and timely decisions

Ability to lead and effectively guide staff to organizational goal achievement

Ability to respond with promptness and dedication to periodic emergency requests

Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks

Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices

Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged