Medical Director

Illinois Department of Human Services • Elgin, IL • 3h ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13550354

Agency:Illinois Department of Human Services

Posting Identification Number: 55888

Location: Elgin, Illinois, 60123

Opening Date:6/22/2026

Closing Date:7/20/2026

Skill Option:Special License - IL License to Practice Medicine - Psychiatry & Neurology

Salary:Anticipated Salary: \$25,092 - \$27,092 per month (\$301,104 - \$325,104 per year)

Category:Full Time

County:Kane

Number of Vacancies: 1

*\MUST APPLY ONLINE *\

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach aDETAILEDResume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)to theMY DOCUMENTSsection of your application if you decide to provide one. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.\ No matter what state career youre looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire a Medical Director for the Elgin Mental Health Center located in Elgin, Illinois. Serves as the Facility Medical Director with full responsibility for the administration of medical/clinical and psychiatric care services provided by licensed medical staff. Plans, develops, administers, and evaluates medical/clinical and psychiatric service care programs and services and the establishment and measurement of standards for services provided to patients, including Radiology, Electroencephalogram/Electrocardiogram (EEG/EKG), Laboratory and contracted clinical services. Plans, administers, and evaluates the development and implementation of policies and directives and the recruitment and retention of medical staff personnel. Serves as an active high-ranking member of key facility management and treatment committees including the Hospital Executive Committee. Serves as a full line supervisor to lower-level staff.

Essential Functions

Serves as the Facility Medical Director with full responsibility for

the administration of medical/clinical and psychiatric care services provided by licensed medical staff.

Serves as full-line supervisor.

Plans, administers, and evaluates the development and implementation

of policies and directives and the recruitment and retention of medical staff personnel.

Serves as an active high-ranking member of key facility management

and treatment committees including the Hospital Executive Committee.

Consults and confers with a variety of outside sources on behalf of

the facility and patients such as other medical facilities, Coroner\'s Office, other local, city and state agencies.

Serves as Chairperson of the Facility Medical Staff Organization.

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably

within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) 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.

Two (2) years of professional experience managing and evaluating the delivery of medical care, treatment and services and investigating and reporting on incidents.

Two (2) years of professional experience supervising staff in the medical field as well as other medical professionals.

Two (2) years of professional experience recommending changes to medical service programs and working with concepts and practices in psychiatry medicine.

Two (2) years of professional experience providing technical medical training and assistance to internal and/or external stakeholders, c

Similar Jobs

Pharmacy Operations Manager

Walgreens • Sugar Grove, IL • 54min ago

Hospital & Medical

Job Description: Where state and federal laws/regulations allow, accountable for performing day-to-day non-clinical pharmacy operations, administrative activities; Ensures efficient pharmacy workflow and a positive patie...

54min ago

Go to Apply

Physical Therapist

Prime Healthcare • Elgin, IL • 6h ago

Hospital & Medical

Responsibilities Provides medically prescribed consultative and therapeutic services in order to restore function and prevent disability in patients with musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary and/or integumentary disorders. T...

6h ago

Go to Apply

Physical Therapist

Prime Healthcare • Elgin, IL • 6h ago

Hospital & Medical

6h ago

Go to Apply

Kelly Services • Hanover Park, IL • 1d ago

Hospital & Medical

Branch Office Support Representative Location: Onsite Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pay Rate: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour Position Type: Temp-to-Hire About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and custom...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Staff Quality Systems Specialist (medical device)

Kelly Services • Cary, IL • 1d ago

Hospital & Medical

Staff Quality Systems Specialist -(Medical Device Industry) Location : (ONSITE) - Cary, IL (60013) Duration : 18+ month contract Type: W2 contract ( C2C OR THIRD PARTY arrangements will NOT be considered for this role) P...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)