Job Posting: Jul 7, 2025, 10:05:32 AM   

Closing Date: Ongoing Full-time  

Shift Start Time: 8:00 A.M.   Shift End Time: 4:30 P.M.

Collective Bargaining Unit: NONE

Posting Salary: MIN $632,059 MAX $708,830

Organization: Health and Hospital Systems 

Applicants may apply for this position by submitting a resume/ CV to the following email address: mgmtrecruit@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.

This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.

Job Summary

The Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Management (Chair) directs the overall department clinical care and assures its quality as dictated by the principle of good medicine and by the regulation of oversight bodies.  The Chair is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the department, including clinical and administrative activities, and for ensuring the quality of care provided by the department’s clinical staff.  The Chair assures smooth integration of departmental clinical and educational programs for Cook County Health (CCH), including John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital, Provident Hospital, and affiliated clinics.

General Administrative 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

 Discipline

• 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

 Supervision

• 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

 Management

• 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

Typical Duties

• Leads, directs, and oversees the quality of anesthesiology and pain services rendered to patients throughout CCH.
• Provides oversight of delivery of medical care by clinical staff, including the development of staffing plan and educational programs.
• Provides a complete range of anesthetic care to patients, including preoperative assessment, intraoperative anesthetic administration and monitoring, and post anesthesia care in compliance with the National Joint Commission Accreditation standards.
• Works independently and supervises residents.
• Oversees the program development and medical direction of CRNAs.
• Provides anesthesia-related care in all functional areas of the OR, OB, PACU, ICU units and other clinic settings where Anesthesia services are requested.
• Coordinates and provides direction during medical procedures with nurses, residents, CRNAs, anesthesia technicians, and other health care providers.
• Administers anesthetic or sedation during medical procedures, using local, regional, general and Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC) methods.
• Coordinates the administration of anesthetics with surgeons during procedures in the operating rooms.
• Provides and maintains life support and airway management as needed and assists in preparing patients for emergency surgery.
• Collaborates with infection control, safety, risk management to ensure environmental/patient safety.
• Develops and monitors processes that ensure timely patient care coordination and communication with other departments.
• Oversees the department's quality improvement program (clinical and operational measures)
• Provides oversight for utilization and risk management activities.
• Develops and updates medical care protocols and procedures.
• Ensures continuous readiness and provides a leadership role for accreditation and other regulatory compliance visits.
• Develops the annual budget, submits reports, and adheres to budgetary guidelines.
• Oversees provider productivity and reviews clinical outcomes.
• Oversees the development, implementation and evaluation of departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
• Leads strategic planning for the department, ensuring coordination and compatibility with the CCH strategic plan.
• Maintains an active clinical load of at least 20% subject to the discretion of the Chief Medical Officer.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited college or university
• Licensed as a Physician and Surgeon in the State of Illinois prior to starting employment
• Must be cleared for privileges by Medical Staff Services by start of employment
• Board Certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA)
•  Seven (7) years of work experience after residency training as a practicing physician, clinician educator, or clinician researcher 
• Five (5) years of supervisory and administrative experience in an Anesthesiology department
• Two (2) years of experience with resident and student education
• Valid Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications

• Subspecialty training in Anesthesia, Critical Care, Neuro, Pain, or Pediatrics
• Three (3) years prior experience as Division Chair
• Five (5) years of academic involvement in residency or fellowship training

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of quality assurance principles and guidelines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
• Strong interpersonal and empathy skills
• Demonstrate clinical research skills and techniques for extracting and reporting information
• Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills
• Demonstrate the ability to teach, educate (ACGME) and research grant programs
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment
• Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices
• Must follow hospital protocol when exposed to noise, chemicals, disease, blood borne pathogens, patient violence and procedural injuries

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment.  The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements.  This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Basic Term Life Insurance

Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program

Employee Assistance 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

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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 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 and 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 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION 

Must successfully meet the credentialing standards established by the Cook County Health to include a State of Illinois APN license and any other license, certification or specialized training, etc. no later than two (2) weeks prior to the candidate’s start date.

 *Degrees awarded outside 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.

*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 AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

About Cook County Health

ABOUT COOK COUNTY HEALTH (CCH)The Cook County Health’s mission is to deliver integrated health services with dignity and respect regardless of a patient’s ability to pay; foster partnerships with other health providers and communities to enhance the health of the public; and advocate for policies that promote the physical, mental and social wellbeing of the people of Cook County. CCH is comprised of two hospitals, John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital and Provident Hospital, a robust network of more than a dozen community health centers, the Ruth M. Rothstein CORE Center, the Community Triage Center, the Cook County Department of Public Health, Cermak Health Services, which provides health care to individuals at the Cook County Jail and the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center, and CountyCare, a Medicaid managed care health plan.The system cares for more than 300,000 patients each year and its physicians are experts in their fields, committed to providing their patients with comprehensive, compassionate and cutting-edge care. Today, CCH is transforming the provision of health care in Cook County by promoting community-based primary and preventive care, growing an innovative, collaborative health plan and enhancing the patient experience.COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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