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Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois

FCS - Staff Psychiatrist

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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JOB TITLE: STAFF PSYCHIATRIST, FORENSIC CLINICAL SERVICES LOCATION: 2650 South California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60608 GRADE: K SALARY: $275,181 STATUS: FULL TIME, IN PERSON Required Qualifications

Licensed to practice medicine in Illinois (M.D. or D.O.), completed an approved residency in Psychiatry, and certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). It is preferred that the candidate be certified in Forensic Psychiatry by the ABPN, or have completed an accredited fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry. Job Summary

Staff psychiatrists are directly responsible to the Director/Assistant Director of Forensic Clinical Services. They conduct psychiatric examinations on individuals referred from the Circuit Court of Cook County, and provide expert-witness court testimony and consultations to other professionals and the Court. Typical duties

Conduct clinical Forensic Psychiatric evaluations as an independent and impartial forensic expert. Provide written reports and summaries to the Court in a timely manner, including relevant opinions and recommendations which comport with Illinois Statutes. Testify in Court regarding opinions, recommendations, or other relevant issues. Provide leadership in the management of cases by coordinating with Psychology, Social Services, and the Court, and enforcing appropriate Departmental guidelines. Common assessments include: Fitness for trial, pleading or sentencing; Sanity/Insanity at the time of offense; Ability to Understand Miranda rights at the time of giving a statement; Evaluating those adjudicated NG R I to determine if they are in need of further treatment and what type of treatment; Certification for involuntary admission; Evaluation for diagnosis and treatment recommendations; Assessment of case in Probate Court to determine the necessity of a guardian. Other Duties

Confer with Judges, attorneys, or other court personnel as required in the management of cases. Supervise psychiatric residents and Forensic fellows as required. Consult with other professional staff in the Department, offer medical expertise, and facilitate case management. Provide resources and leadership for conferences within the Department. Attend professional meetings and conferences to maintain Continuing Medical Education (C.M.E.) credits necessary for licensure. Other Requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: On a continuous basis, sit at a desk for long periods of time in front of a computer screen. Intermittently twist to reach equipment or supplies surrounding desk. Perform simple grasping and fine manipulation. Lift files and other materials weighing up to 20 pounds. Use a telephone, dictation equipment, and computer keyboard and screen daily. Pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check required. All offers contingent upon successful screening. Drug Free Workplace: use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate. Information concerning benefits available at the Circuit Court of Cook County Employment Opportunities Page. EEO Statement:

The Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against for race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. Revised: May, 2025 Please upload a letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position. I have a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree and am licensed to practice in Illinois. Yes No I have completed a residency in psychiatry. Yes No I am certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Yes No The following questions are optional for EEO reporting. This information will not be used in employment decisions. I consent to be contacted over SMS/Text for this job. By providing your phone number you agree to receive informational/marketing texts. Reply HELP for help or STOP to cancel.

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