Illinois Department of Human Services hiring Medical Director in Park Forest, IL | LinkedIn (2024)

Position OverviewThe Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire an Illinois licensed Internal Medicine medical professional to provide medical leadership and oversight of the medical services provided at the Ludeman Developmental Center in Park Forest, Illinois. The Ludeman Developmental Center serves a broad spectrum of individuals with behavioral and medical needs. We strive to provide equitable access to social/human services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve.Job Responsibilities

Serves as the Medical Director of the Ludeman Developmental Center.

Serves as full-line supervisor.

Serves as a member of the Center’s Executive Staff, which directs day to day operations of Ludeman Developmental Center.

Establishes and monitors progress in meeting medical/clinical goals and objectives for the competency program of staff.

Recruits and selects qualified physicians and health care providers and supervises medical/clinical techniques and services, including Nursing, Dental and Physician Services.

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum QualificationsRequires an Illinois license to practice medicine and an American Board of Medical Specialties certification or its equivalent in the medical specialty of Internal Medicine.

Requires three (3) years substantive medical administrative experience in directing, planning, and evaluating a medical/clinical program.

Preferred Qualifications (in Priority Order)Three (3) years of professional experience working with professional health services, disciplines and program support functions which must be coordinated in administering a comprehensive medical health program.

Three (3) years of professional experience managing and evaluating the delivery of medical care, treatment, and services.

Three (3) years of professional experience as a physician working with concepts and practices in internal medicine.

Three (3) years of professional experience recommending changes to medical service programs.

Three (3) years of experience providing technical medical training and assistance to internal and/or external stakeholders.

Three (3) years of professional experience communicating with both internal and/or external stakeholders daily on medical services.

One (1) year of professional experience performing quality assurance assessments on medical services and treatments provided to patients and/or individuals.

Conditions of Employment1. Requires ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays on a rotation basis.2. Requires the ability to travel.3. Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.4. Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.5. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check. 6. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm Work Location: 114 N Orchard Dr Park Forest, IL 60466-1200 Division of developmental DisabilitiesLudeman Developmental CenterMedical ServicesAgency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.govJob Family: Health Services; Leadership & Management About the AgencyThe Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

A Pension Program

Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

3 Paid Personal Business Days annually

12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)

13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years

Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)

10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)

10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan

Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)

Tuition Reimbursem*nt Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions

Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspxThe main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

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Additional information:Employment type: Full-time