Physician: Inpatient Psychiatry (Days) Central DuPage Hospital, Winfield, IL

Company DescriptionNorthwestern Medicine is a growing, nationally recognized health system that provides world-class care at 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations in communities throughout Chicago, the suburbs and northern Illinois. Together with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, we are pushing boundaries in our research labs, training the next generation of physicians and scientists, and pursuing excellence in patient care. Our vision and values are deeply rooted in the idea that patients come first in all we do. We value building relationships with our patients and their families, listening to their unique needs while providing individualized primary, specialty and hospital-based care. Our recent affiliations and ongoing growth make it possible for us to serve more patients, closer to where they live and work. While each of our locations has a unique story, Northwestern Medicine is unified under one mission – Patients First.Job DescriptionNorthwestern Medicine is seeking a full-time, board-eligible or board-certified adult psychiatrist to join the inpatient behavioral health team at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, Illinois.This position offers the opportunity to practice within a growing, physician-led behavioral health service supported by the resources of a nationally recognized health system. The ideal candidate values high-quality acute psychiatric care, interdisciplinary collaboration, a predictable daytime schedule, and the opportunity to help shape clinical quality and program development.Position HighlightsFull-time, employed adult inpatient psychiatry positionPrimary clinical assignment to the adult inpatient psychiatric serviceMonday–Friday daytime scheduleEquitably shared weekend rounding rotationWeekend schedules established in advanceBehavioral health program with 48 inpatient beds across separate adult, geriatric, and child/adolescent servicesStrong interdisciplinary support from psychiatrists, behavioral health nurses, social workers, therapists and medical consultantsClose collaboration with emergency psychiatry, consult-liaison psychiatry, addiction medicine, PHP/IOP, and outpatient behavioral health servicesOpportunities to participate in quality improvement, patient safety, clinical operations, and behavioral health program developmentEpic electronic health record used throughout Northwestern MedicineCollegial and collaborative environmentWelcoming opportunity for both experienced psychiatrists and graduating residents or fellowsClinical ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and treatment for adults receiving inpatient psychiatric careLead daily interdisciplinary treatment-planning roundsDevelop and oversee individualized, evidence-based treatment plansProvide psychopharmacologic management, risk assessment, crisis stabilization, and discharge planningCollaborate with nursing, social work, therapy, hospital medicine, pharmacy, and other consulting servicesCoordinate safe and timely transitions of care with emergency, outpatient, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and community-based servicesParticipate in initiatives focused on patient safety, clinical quality, length of stay, patient experience, and continuity of careContribute to a respectful, accountable, and collaborative team cultureQualificationsMD or DO degree from an accredited medical schoolBoard eligible or board certified in PsychiatryEligible for unrestricted medical licensure in IllinoisEligible for medical staff appointment at Northwestern MedicineCurrent or eligible DEA registrationStrong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to interdisciplinary teamworkCommitment to evidence-based, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and patient-centered careAdditional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Background CheckNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. BenefitsIn addition to competitive compensation, we offer an excellent benefits package. This includes a continuing medical education allowance, paid time off, well-being fund, 401k, paid parental leave, malpractice insurance and much more. Moreover, we will provide financial stability and administrative support so you can focus on your passion – practicing medicine. Please click here to learn more about benefits.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: Health Care ProviderExperience level: Not ApplicableIndustry: Hospital And Health Care