Job Information
Iowa Department of Administrative Services Physician in Glenwood, Iowa
Physician
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Physician
Salary
$112,694.40 - $300,851.20 Annually
Location
Glenwood - 51534 - Mills County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
24-03155
Agency
411 Health & Human Services - Glenwood Resource Center
Opening Date
03/15/2024
Closing Date
5/26/2024 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-DNP
Point of Contact
Marsha Edgington, medging@dhs.state.ia.us
To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Marsha Edgington, medging@dhs.state.ia.us.
Description
Benefits
Job Description
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking a Physician to join the team at the Glenwood Resource Center which offers a continuum of care to Iowans experiencing intellectual disabilities. This is a full-time position with a Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. schedule and on call duties as scheduled.
The Glenwood Resource Center (GRC) will be closing as a state operated specialty care facility on June 30, 2024. This position will end at that time. Applicants are encouraged to apply to gain experience in the areas of working for state operated specialty care.
The Physician is a key member of the interdisciplinary team with many roles and responsibilities, some of which are outlined here. This position performs medical assessments including but not limited to annual physicals, quarterly follow-ups, routine/acute care, pre-procedure assessments, and admission history, to diagnose medical conditions, prescribe medications, monitor ongoing treatment, and make referrals to clinics/hospitals according to professional standards of care. Post-assessment, the Physician develops medical treatment plans and shares responsibility for plan implementation with other care providers while empowering the client by relating in a manner conducive to promoting improved physical and mental health. This position also completes medical records and reports, actively participates in setting and meeting the mission and goals of the organization, and adheres to all policies, procedures, laws, and regulations as set forth by ICF/MR regulations, Code of Iowa, and the Department of Health and Human Services to assure quality medical and treatment services.
In addition to providing life-changing direct care, this position serves as a valuable resource for the facility. The Physician educates and provides medical instruction to various professionals and staff on a variety of medical issues and concerns, and communicates with other physicians, professionals, family members, and community personnel to meet client needs and provide quality service. This position also has opportunities to attend professional meetings and conferences and are urged to keep abreast of current trends and new developments in the field.
Physicians must be registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration and CMS for National Provider Identifier.
GRC provides residential services for individuals who have struggled to be successful in the community, gives in-home support for those who transition to the community, and assists community-based providers by providing assessments, training, and other technical support. The goal of all GRC services is to help individuals be successful in their communities.
If you enjoy working as part of an interdisciplinary team, helping to develop person-centered Individual Support Plans, while helping individuals stabilize and return to their community of preference then this is a wonderful opportunity to consider.
We have a great total compensation package, including:
Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) (Employee contributes 6.29%/State of Iowa contributes 9.44%)
Retirement Investors Club (RIC) (Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan) (State of Iowa matches up to $75/month)
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (See below for additional information)
Vacation Leave (96 hours/year to begin, and increases with years of service)
Sick Leave (144 hours/year)
Paid Holidays (9 days/year)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance ($20,000 paid for by the State of Iowa)
Long-Term Disability Insurance
For additional information on benefits click here (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3766/download?inline=) .
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Glenwood Highlights
The City of Glenwood is home to just over 5,000 friendly people in the Loess Hills of southwest Iowa. A small rural community with strong ties to the Council Bluffs and Omaha metropolitan area, Glenwood is a dynamic and welcoming place to live and work. The Loess Hills landform is an Iowa treasure that spans more than 1,080 square miles along the eastern edge of the Missouri River flood plain. This unique feature is up to 15 miles wide and 220 miles long. Bridging rural and metropolitan areas, the hills have something for everyone. Home of the Mills County Historical Museum, seven historical buildings with the largest display of Prehistoric Native American Artifacts in the state of Iowa are located here. Nearby you can find the Hillsdale Lily Garden with 159 lily varieties on an acre of land surrounded by a walking path. Glenwood is just 25 minutes from Omaha and about 2 hours from Des Moines. Check out these 10 Reasons to Move to Iowa (https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/iowa/10-reasons-move-to-ia/) .
The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer
HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are also encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Graduation from an accredited school of medicine, completion of an internship program and licensure as a physician by the State of Iowa.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/Physician-15186.pdf) .
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Agency
State of Iowa
Agency
411 Health & Human Services - Glenwood Resource Center
Address
711 S Vine St
Glenwood, Iowa, 51534
Website
http://dhs.iowa.gov/mhds/disability-services/resource-centers/glenwood
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