IVH-M PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST OPT B

Job Requisition ID: 57321 
Opening Date: 08/04/2026
Closing Date: 08/18/2026
Agency: Department of Veterans' Affairs
Class Title:  PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST OPTION B (32222) 
Skill Option:  Special License - IL License to Practice Medicine - Internal Medicine  
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $15,138 a month; Full Range $15,138 - $20,813 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time  
County: Kankakee
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

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 you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible 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 Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to hire a Physician Specialist for the Manteno Veterans' Home. This position served under the direction of the Medical Administrator, to provide medical care, specializing in internal medicine, general medicine, and gerontology, for the treatment of members residing at the Manteno Veterans' Home. If you desire to become a value member of a hard-working and respected team and up for a challenge or change in your career, please take this opportunity to apply for this rewarding and gratifying position.

Essential Functions:

• Under general direction and as a primary physician provides medical care and treatment to residents and employees of the Veterans Home.
• Facilitate and provides guidance in the development of treatment plans that represents a collaborative approach towards recovery driven treatment of residents.
• Assists with public health programs, inoculations, and inspections.
• Interview residents and their families upon admittance to assess medical, psychological, and physical needs and capabilities to formulate an initial treatment plan.
• Serves as an active member on medical committees, program meetings and monthly medical staff meetings and case evaluation to provide expertise in the areas of treatment, development, etc.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires an Illinois License to practice medicine and American Board Certification in General Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatric.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of experience providing a range of specialized medical diagnostic evaluations, specialized medical therapies, and/or consultative and advisory medical services in General Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatric.
• Three (3) years of experience evaluating the quality of specialized medical care and treatment and coordinate medical services with other professional disciplines and supportive personnel.
• Three (3) years of experience providing specialized medical leadership and direction over medical program service delivery personnel and establish effective working relationships.
• Three (3) years of experience preparing comprehensive and specialized medical records and reports.
• Working knowledge of the basic principles and practices of general medicine and surgery, including the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries with a thorough knowledge of gerontology.
• One (1) year of establish rapport with patients.

Conditions of Employment:

• Requires ability to pass a background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical.
• Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
• Requires ability acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
• Requires the ability to serves as Physician on-call for medical advice or emergency medical assistance after business hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• Overtime is a condition or employment, and you may be required to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is a state agency designed to empower veterans and their families to thrive. We do this by assisting them in navigating the system of federal, state, and local resources and benefits, providing long-term health care for eligible veterans in our Veterans’ Homes and partnering with other agencies and non-profits to help veterans address education, mental health, housing, employment, and other challenges. A career with the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs provides a rewarding and challenging opportunity for individuals. Working together, we create partnerships and experiences that engage and inspire our fellow co-workers and the veterans and their family members that we serve every day.

Benefits Package

The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs offers a robust benefit package including:

• • Flexible work schedules in many program areas (where applicable)
  • Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
  • 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
  • Pension Plan
  • Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
  • Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
  • Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
  • Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
  • Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

Work Hours: 8:00a.m.- 4:30p.m. Monday - Friday
Headquarter Location: 1 Veterans Dr, Manteno, Illinois, 60950
Work County: Kankakee
Agency Contact: View email address on us.fitly.work
Posting Group: Health Services

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

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