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Join a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago MedicineCrown Point, located in Crown Point, Indiana, as a Registry Patient Registration Representative. UChicago Medicine is an integrated academic and community health system with multiple primary medical facilities within the surrounding suburbs of Chicago.  UChicago Medicine, Crown Point is a new two-story, 130,000-square-foot multispecialty care center and micro-hospital in Northwest Indiana for what will be the academic health system's largest off-site facility and its first freestanding building in Indiana.    Under general supervision, the Patient Registration Representative schedules medical procedures and services, creates reservations, performs preadmission, registration, discharge, and transfer processes. Provides excellent customer service, assists patients with financial and billing inquiries and performs collection functions.   Essential Job Functions: - Greets and registers patients upon arrival, collects patient demographics, referrals, guarantor, insurance, and other billing information. - Performs pre- and post-billing functions, responds to patient inquiries in-person and via written correspondence, resolves patient charge disputes and processes patient refunds. - Verifies insurance coverage; obtains authorization from managed care companies to cover outpatient services; works with the Managed care office to identify and interpret contracts governing patient care. - Identifies patients unable to meet complexity/payer mix requirements; provide assistance to identify a community resource for follow up care that matches their clinical needs. - Provides financial counselling to patients and their families; explains hospital policies, including payment and credit policies. - Identifies adjustments/discounts on claims, initiates resolution of accounts placed with collection agencies, receives, and processes payments and works with patients to make payment arrangements balances due. - Initiates problem solving to resolve patient questions/complaints and refers escalated concerns to appropriate sources for resolution. - Prepares various correspondence and reports, clinic consultation notes, referral letters, and other departmental correspondence; maintains correspondence files. - Answers incoming calls and assists with general clerical duties as needed within the department. - Completes additional responsibilities as directed by management.   Required Qualifications: - High School Diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree preferred. - At least 5 years of related clinical work experience. - Medical terminology experience is strongly preferred. Certificate is a plus. - Previous experience with hospital information systems required. - Experience working with insurance companies and knowledge of insurance verification and third-party collection procedures required. - Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and customer service skills. - Ability to multitask effectively, work independently, use discretion and good judgement, and maintain patient confidentiality. - Minimal typing speed of 35wpm required. - Proficiency in MS Office Suite. - 2+ years of EPIC EMR experience.   Position Details: - Job Type/FTE: Registry (.10FTE) - Shift: Rotating Schedule - Unit/Department: Multispecialty Cancer Clinic - CBA Code: Non-Union Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Join UChicago Medicine Care Network at our new Northbrook clinic in the North Chicago suburbsas a Medical Assistant. In this role, you will partner with the rest of the clinical team to provide patients the highest quality of care.   Up to $1,500 Sign On Bonus Available!    In this role, a Medical Assistant is an employee who performs a wide variety of patient care services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice nurse (APN) or physician. Such services can involve therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures.   Responsibilities include: - Triage, conduct vitals - Experience administering vaccinations and immunizations - Complete paperwork and forms - Check schedules and organize patient flow - Accompany patients to exam/procedure room - Assist patients as needed  - Prepare room for exam - Collect patient history - Perform screenings per provider guidelines - Assist physicians/nurses with various procedures - Chart; relay instructions to patients/families - Answer calls - Send/receive patient medical records - Obtain lab/X-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc - Complete forms/requisitions as needed - Schedule appointments - Insurance coverage verification - Manage and update charts to ensure that information is complete and filed appropriately - Prescription Refills - Ordering, sorting, storing supplies - Restock exam/procedure room   Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Must have a current certificate of cardiopulmonary resuscitation training - Experience working in a community health setting - Position requires completion of a certified/registered program for medical assistants that are recognized by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross (CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA) - Minimum of one year of recent experience working in a medical office/facility Preferred Qualifications - Considerable skill in communicating verbally, determining priorities, and in organizing work; ability to maintain an organized, alphabetized filing system - General working knowledge of PC: Excel, Microsoft Word for Windows, and EPIC - Computerized appointment scheduling experience - Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced environment - Considerable skill in handling sensitive public contacts with discretion, tact and courtesy when dealing with patients, coworkers and physicians - Physical ability to perform stocking, lifting and transporting supplies and instruments Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE) - Shift: Day Shift - Unit/Department: Urogynecology, Gynecology and labs - CBA Code: Non-Union Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system,UChicago Medicine, as a Assitant Director of Inpatient Pharmacy. This Assistant Director in Pharmacy will be based in Comer Children’s Hospital and will oversee the operations of the Comer Hospital central pharmacy operations as well as lead the Comer Hospital Pediatric Specialist Pharmacists. Assistant Directors of Pharmacy are registered pharmacists responsible for leading personnel, financial, operational, clinical, and research resources within the Department of Pharmacy Services at Comer Children’s to assure medication use is safe, effective, and aligned with evidence-based best practices and regulatory standards.   Through various assignments within the department, these leaders manage pharmacy distributive services, facilitate drug utilization initiatives, integrate clinical pharmacy programs, oversee pharmacy information systems, advance medication safety, and assure regulatory compliance. Assistant Directors of Pharmacy also directly manage the activities of pharmacists and technicians and are actively involved in their areas of oversight to assure pharmacy staff remain competent and engaged in customer service, standardized work, and lean processes.  These leaders are proficient in project management and proactively use data analysis techniques to track, benchmark, and communicate the outcomes of their areas to assure operational, clinical quality, and financial targets are achieved.   Job Summary   As members of the pharmacy management team, Assistant Directors of Pharmacy collaborate with management peers to support all pharmacy operations and programs.  They assist in the development of goals for the department and work with other managers and key individuals such as physicians, nurses, and other hospital personnel to facilitate the accomplishment of these goals.  Assistant Directors of Pharmacy work closely with institutional leaders to establish quality infrastructures within the department and advance pharmacy services throughout the medical center. They also actively identify practice related issues which require evaluation and facilitate research projects, quality improvement initiatives, or healthcare provider education as needed to advance practice.  Assistant Directors of Pharmacy also precept student and resident experiences and lead the development of pharmacy staff training competencies.  In short, Assistant Directors of Pharmacy set and model the standard for excellence for pharmacy practice and design pharmacy programs to collaboratively advance the Comprehensive Pharmacy Practice model.   Job Duties   - Directs assigned pharmacy areas and programs: - Manages personnel, financial, distributive, and clinical resources and oversees operations of assigned areas - Ensures drug utilization activities as well as medication preparation and distribution systems are aligned with patient care needs, evidence-based best practices, and regulatory standards - Oversees relevant automation to assure safe, efficient, accurate, and reliable medication processes - Designs initiatives to maximize efficiency of assigned areas and integrates methodologies such as just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing as well as Lean, Six Sigma, and standard work principles - Designs and implements new pharmacy programs, quality improvement changes, and continuous quality assurance initiatives to advance medication-use systems and promote optimal patient outcomes - Tracks and evaluates assigned pharmacy programs for operational, quality, and financial efficiency and routinely benchmarks against local and national best practices - Actively identifies practice related issues which require evaluation and facilitate research projects, quality improvement initiatives, or healthcare provider education as needed to advance practice - Identifies and resolves short- and long-term obstacles to patient care and medication safety, regulatory compliance, or stewardship of resources - Develops and oversees policies and procedures for drug purchasing, usage, distribution, and control - Assists with preparation of an annual budget and manages assigned budgets and financial resources including designing and implementing stewardship, cost control, and restriction/surveillance programs - Provides departmental and institutional leadership for medical staff committees/meetings, hospital groups/task forces, and approved external programs/organizations   - Manages activities of pharmacy staff: - Maintain competent staff by coordinating training for new employees, coaching, and mentoring of all employees, and routine communication to staff - Leads recruitment, interview, and hiring processes for staff in assigned areas - Develops a harmonious and satisfied staff by providing educational and experiential growth opportunities (including mandatory in-services), and taking actions that maintain morale - Develops standards of performance and evaluates staff work and program performance - Provides positive/constructive feedback, counseling regarding job performance including employee discipline if needed and preparation of staff evaluations - Establishes annual performance goals and completes performance appraisals for assigned employees - Manages staff development, performance improvement, and rewards/recognition programs for staff - Maintains appropriate staffing levels of personnel within established budgetary parameters - Assigns roles of staff and manages the day to day staffing and scheduling of assigned areas - Manages staff scheduling, daily assignments, and employee time off to assure appropriate coverage of pharmacy programs and patient care services - Approves staff time off in accordance with policy and procedures and maintains master staff calendar - Ensures consistent departmental operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing department, hospital and personnel policies and procedures - Organizes space, equipment, and services to meet the needs of patients and other customers - Providing oversight and direction for all central distribution services, including staffing shifts in the central pharmacy (approximately one day per week)   - Provides pharmaceutical services & participates in pharmacy programs: - Maintains proficiency in and actively engages in operational and clinical pharmacy programs as appropriate for job assignment - Maintains proficiency in hospital computer systems and medication ordering systems - Identifies, mitigates, prevents, and documents problems with medication orders or therapeutic regimens, including medication errors or adverse drug reactions - Effectively and efficiently utilizes pharmacy automation and supportive technology - Communicates effectively and appropriately with healthcare providers and caregivers (physicians, nurses, etc.) and assures continuity of pharmaceutical care between shifts and among staff - Follows established standard work parameters and maintains standard work environments - Provides timely, comprehensive, and appropriate drug information to patients and healthcare providers - Actively participates in stewardship activities and restricted medication programs - Documents pharmacist interventions in Epic (iVent)   - Delivers optimal patient care and clinical practice, including decentralized and service-based programs: - Places practice priority on the delivery of patient-centered care - Works as an active member of multidisciplinary team and collaborates with healthcare providers within decentralized patient care areas - Establishes collaborative pharmacist-patient relationships - Identifies high-risk patients and implements interventions to improve quality and safety - Makes appropriate evidence-based, patient-centered medication recommendations - Implements, evaluates, and redesigns pharmaceutical care plans utilized by Specialists to optimize medication usage, including drug dosing, monitoring (including nutritional support, pharmacokinetic monitoring, and anticoagulation therapy, etc.) - Provides evidence-based medication education to physicians, nurses, and other professionals   - Facilitates experiential education and practice advancement: - Maintains proficiency in the four preceptor roles and actively emulates education/mentorship skills - Serves as a preceptor/educator for UCMC pharmacy residency and student experiential education programs, including maintaining training and experience in pharmacy practice areas appropriate for teaching assignments - Develops student, resident, and staff training experiences/competencies and creates new relationships for teaching and training opportunities - Identifies, designs, and implements improvements in the medication use system to advance patient safety, maximize therapeutic outcomes, or control costs - Represents the department at hospital meetings, committees, and events as requested Required Job Qualifications:  - Graduate of an ACPE accredited college of Pharmacy - Eligible for licensure as a pharmacist in the state of Illinois (complete licensure process within 60 days of employment) - Completion of ASHP accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice, PGY-2 Pediatric Specialty Pharmacy, or PGY-2 Health-System Pharmacy Administration Residency or a minimum of 4 years of experience in the field of pediatric pharmacy - Clinical, operational, and administrative experience (3 years) in a hospital setting - Exceptional aptitude or knowledge may be considered in lieu of experience. Extensive clinical experience and development may be considered in lieu of formal training - Personal leadership qualities and business acumen essential to operate effectively within the institution and advance the profession and practice of pharmacy   Preferred Job Qualifications:  - Doctor of Pharmacy or other advanced degree required.  MHA, MBA, Master of Science, or other advanced degree - Pharmacy leadership experience required, with formal leadership training or supervisory experience - Board Certification in area of expertise is strongly encouraged Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Join UChicago Medicine as a Nursing Support Assistant in our Hematology Oncology Unit.   With the leadership of the Manager and the Clinical Supervisor, the Nursing Support Assistant (CNA) performs assigned supportive work in connection with the delivery of patient care, including functional tasks and skills.   The University of Chicago Medicine is designated as a Level 1 Adult Trauma Center, meaning the hospital is prepared to handle the most seriously injured trauma patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This unit is a high acuity, fast-paced hematology oncology unit, which is looking for a NSA with attention to detail, effective communication, and ability to multi-task. Prefers 6 months of nursing assistant experience, but willing to hire new graduates from an accredited NSA program. Unit offers self-scheduling, opportunities to work with multi-disciplinary teams, and a friendly culture.   Job Summary Performs activities which support the daily functions and operations of a patient care unit and the healthcare team. Provides constant observation and documentation of activity of assigned patient. Works under the direction of the Registered Nurse in the assigned area.   Essential Job Functions - Provides basic patient care activities including vital signs, enemas and basic tests such as glucoscan, hemacult and multistix - Assists patients with activities of daily living, as appropriate/assigned, using proper aseptic, isolation, and infection control techniques in performance of duties - Assists patients with personal hygiene, ambulation and nourishment/fluids - Completes procedures as assigned, such as collecting patient specimens and weighing patients. - Assists with discharge and transfer preparation of patients - Assists in the maintenance of the patient environment: makes patient beds, tidies patient room, and prepares patient room for admission and transfer - Assists with the maintenance of supplies/equipment and the environment. - Communicates and accurately documents activities onto the proper records or logs - Initiates CPR and calls a Dr. Cart - Performs receptionist duties for assigned area as requested Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Must be listed on the IDPH Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR) as an Illinois CNA OR a nursing student who has passed the written competency exam and is listed on the HCWR. - CPR/BLS Certification  - Ability to read and write, perform simple mathematical calculations, follow oral and written instructions, perform variety of tasks without direct supervision and perform duties requiring continuous physical effort - Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form - Ability to work in partnership with management and staff - Occasional lifting may be heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs. - Moderate to extreme physical effort such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects and/or patients may be required - Vision, hearing, and sense of touch must be adequate to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as reading small print, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate oral communication - Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs  Position Details - Job Type/FTE:  Full Time (0.90 FTE) - Shift: Nights, 7pm-7am - Unit/Department: 10W Hematology Oncology - CBA Code: 743 Union Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Join UChicago Medicine as a Nursing Support Assistant in our Cardiology Unit   With the leadership of the Manager and the Clinical Supervisor, the Nursing Support Assistant (CNA) performs assigned supportive work in connection with the delivery of patient care, including functional tasks and skills.   The University of Chicago Medicine is designated as a Level 1 Adult Trauma Center, meaning the hospital is prepared to handle the most seriously injured trauma patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This unit is a high acuity, fast-paced cardiology unit, which is looking for a NSA with attention to detail, effective communication, and ability to multi-task. Prefers 6 months of nursing assistant experience, but willing to hire new graduates from an accredited NSA program. Unit offers self-scheduling, opportunities to work with multi-disciplinary teams, and a friendly culture.   Job Summary Performs activities which support the daily functions and operations of a patient care unit and the healthcare team. Provides constant observation and documentation of activity of assigned patient. Works under the direction of the Registered Nurse in the assigned area.   Essential Job Functions - Provides basic patient care activities including vital signs, enemas and basic tests such as glucoscan, hemacult and multistix - Assists patients with activities of daily living, as appropriate/assigned, using proper aseptic, isolation, and infection control techniques in performance of duties - Assists patients with personal hygiene, ambulation and nourishment/fluids - Completes procedures as assigned, such as collecting patient specimens and weighing patients. - Assists with discharge and transfer preparation of patients - Assists in the maintenance of the patient environment: makes patient beds, tidies patient room, and prepares patient room for admission and transfer - Assists with the maintenance of supplies/equipment and the environment. - Communicates and accurately documents activities onto the proper records or logs - Initiates CPR and calls a Dr. Cart - Performs receptionist duties for assigned area as requested Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Must be listed on the IDPH Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR) as an Illinois CNA OR a nursing student who has passed the written competency exam and is listed on the HCWR. - CPR/BLS Certification  - Ability to read and write, perform simple mathematical calculations, follow oral and written instructions, perform variety of tasks without direct supervision and perform duties requiring continuous physical effort - Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form - Ability to work in partnership with management and staff - Occasional lifting may be heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs. - Moderate to extreme physical effort such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects and/or patients may be required - Vision, hearing, and sense of touch must be adequate to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as reading small print, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate oral communication - Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs  Position Details - Job Type/FTE:  Full Time (0.90 FTE) - Shift: Nights, 7pm-7am - Unit/Department: 4C Cardiology - CBA Code: 743 Union Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Join UChicago Medicine, as an Informatics Analyst in the Performance Assessment department. This is a remote, work from home opportunity and you may be based outside of the greater Chicagoland area.   Job Summary   The Informatics Analyst is responsible for serving as a coordinating analyst on designated information systems, informatics, technology-focused, and quality evaluations and initiatives. The Informatics Analyst works as a liaison with clinical staff, including physicians, nurses, and professional allied healthcare workers, to help understand and optimize information technology systems. The position collaborates with interdisciplinary workers to craft operational and quality solutions for medical translation, pharmacy, and other services. The position performs data aggregation, analyses, data presentations, and administrative tasks related to the coordination of proposed and existing projects. The role may serve as lead and/or provide guidance on designated projects.    Essential Job Functions - Provide project coordination support and leadership for designated information system, informatics, technology-focused, and quality evaluations and initiatives. - EMR system analysis and design  - Supports strategic initiatives and projects, including collaborating with physicians and staff, collecting and analyzing data, developing summary reports, dashboards, and scorecards. - Performs other administrative duties as assigned. Required Qualifications - Bachelor degree required; advanced degree preferred - Experience with hospital information systems and Epic builds strongly preferred - Two or more years of post-undergraduate experience in a clinical setting, leadership, project management role with proven results, or equivalent required - Knowledge of the US health care system preferred - Strong analytical skills (Excel and Access experience required) and excellent problem solving skills - Ability to use analytic software, report generating software, and analyzing/handling large databases - Ability to prioritize and achieve goals of multiple simultaneous projects - Basic presentation creation skills (PowerPoint skills) - Demonstrated ability to understand complex metrics/drivers related to patient care - Self-motivated, able to plan and organize tasks across multiple projects, and ability to meet deadlines Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full-time - Shift: Day - Department: Performance Assessment – Hyde Park - CBA Code: Non-Union Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.  

Join UChicago Medicine as an Adult Inpatient Social Worker for the Social Work Department. Social workers have an integral role in providing the best possible care for every patient during his or her hospital stay and outpatient treatment. Come join our team of committed, quality-focused professionals!   Become a part of our thriving department where we are guided by core professional values promoting service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, integrity, and competence. Our social workers deliver world-class care in an environment where opinions are respected, decision-making is rewarded and teamwork is the order of the day. Our staff is encouraged to achieve their career goals, which in turn benefits all of our patients and the UChicago Medicine as a whole. Our Social Work Department provides LCSW Clinical Supervision to those pursuing their LCSW, opportunity to provide graduate level Social Work field supervision requiring a field placement, and onsite CEU opportunities.       Essential Job Functions - Psychosocial and Safety Assessments - Transitions of Care Planning - Coordination of interdisciplinary interventions - Crisis intervention - Supportive counseling around adjustment to illness, hospitalization, and/or outpatient care - Promote access to hospital and community resources   Required Qualifications - Master's degree in Social Work from a School of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education - Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Self-motivated, organized and comfortable in a fast paced, dynamic environment - A Collaborative, solution-focused, team player to help facilitate safe patient outcomes and contribute to institutional goals - Previous clinical social work experience in a health care setting of at least one year - Licensure in Illinois   Preferred Qualifications - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Previous clinical social work experience in an acute care hospital setting   Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full Time - 1.0 FTE - Shift: 8-hour shift - 8:30am to 5:00pm - Unit/Department: Social Work - CBA Code: Non-Union  * SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE* 

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as a Medical Assistant with our Pre-Surgical Testing clinic at our Hyde Park location. In this role you will partner with the rest of the clinical team to provide patients the highest quality of care.    In this role, a Medical Assistant is an employee who performs a wide variety of patient care services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice nurse (APN) or physician. Such services can involve therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures.   Essential Job Functions: - Know and practice the University of Chicago Medical Center’s Pride Values and Patient Centered Care Definition and Principles. - Perform any or all duties involving direct patient care as assigned by the registered nurse or physician and within the scope of the Nursing policies and procedures. - Appropriately implement and document patient and family education as delegated by the RN or physician. - Obtain and record vital signs. - Perform tests, i.e. pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and hemocults, etc., specific to the patient population. - Document all aspects of patient care according to hospital policies and procedures. - Perform phlebotomy services. - Assist with collection of specimens. Perform labeling and logging of specimens in compliance with hospital standards. - Performs other duties as assigned.   Required Qualifications:  - A completed High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited body - A current certificate of cardiopulmonary resuscitation training - Must have phlebotomy experience - Experience working in a community health setting - Completion of a certified/registered program for medical assistants that is recognized by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross   Preferred Qualifications:  - Considerable skill in communicating verbally, in determining priorities and in organizing work; ability to maintain an organized, alphabetized filing system - General working knowledge of PC. Excel, Microsoft Word for windows, OASIS and EPIC - Computerized appointment scheduling experience - Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced environment - Considerable skill in handling sensitive public contacts with discretion, tact and courtesy when dealing with patients, coworkers, and physicians - Physical ability to perform stocking, lifting, and transporting supplies and instruments   Position Details: - Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE) - Shift: Days – 8 hour shift, 8:30am-5:00pm - Unit/Department: Pre-Surgical Testing - CBA Code: Non-Union In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the day shift, between the hours of 8:30am-5:00pm and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park Clinic. The days of the week that you are scheduled will be Monday through Friday.   Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Join UChicago Medicine as a Nursing Support Assistant in our Hematology Oncology Unit.   With the leadership of the Manager and the Clinical Supervisor, the Nursing Support Assistant (CNA) performs assigned supportive work in connection with the delivery of patient care, including functional tasks and skills.   The University of Chicago Medicine is designated as a Level 1 Adult Trauma Center, meaning the hospital is prepared to handle the most seriously injured trauma patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This unit is a high acuity, fast-paced hematology oncology unit, which is looking for a NSA with attention to detail, effective communication, and ability to multi-task. Prefers 6 months of nursing assistant experience, but willing to hire new graduates from an accredited NSA program. Unit offers self-scheduling, opportunities to work with multi-disciplinary teams, and a friendly culture.   Job Summary Performs activities which support the daily functions and operations of a patient care unit and the healthcare team. Provides constant observation and documentation of activity of assigned patient. Works under the direction of the Registered Nurse in the assigned area.   Essential Job Functions - Provides basic patient care activities including vital signs, enemas and basic tests such as glucoscan, hemacult and multistix - Assists patients with activities of daily living, as appropriate/assigned, using proper aseptic, isolation, and infection control techniques in performance of duties - Assists patients with personal hygiene, ambulation and nourishment/fluids - Completes procedures as assigned, such as collecting patient specimens and weighing patients. - Assists with discharge and transfer preparation of patients - Assists in the maintenance of the patient environment: makes patient beds, tidies patient room, and prepares patient room for admission and transfer - Assists with the maintenance of supplies/equipment and the environment. - Communicates and accurately documents activities onto the proper records or logs - Initiates CPR and calls a Dr. Cart - Performs receptionist duties for assigned area as requested Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Must be listed on the IDPH Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR) as an Illinois CNA OR a nursing student who has passed the written competency exam and is listed on the HCWR. - CPR/BLS Certification  - Ability to read and write, perform simple mathematical calculations, follow oral and written instructions, perform variety of tasks without direct supervision and perform duties requiring continuous physical effort - Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form - Ability to work in partnership with management and staff - Occasional lifting may be heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs. - Moderate to extreme physical effort such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects and/or patients may be required - Vision, hearing, and sense of touch must be adequate to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as reading small print, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate oral communication - Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs  Position Details - Job Type/FTE:  Full Time (0.90 FTE) - Shift: Days, 7am-7pm - Unit/Department: 10W Hematology Oncology - CBA Code: 743 Union Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as a Lead Medical Assistant with our ENT & Plastics clinic. In this role you will partner with the rest of the clinical team to provide patients the highest quality of care. Our team prides itself on fostering a team-oriented work environment and the clinic provides exemplary care to both patients and their families.   In this role, the Lead Medical Assistant performs a wide variety of supportive care services to patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician. Such services can be therapeutic or diagnostic procedures and/or administration of medication. The Lead CMA role provides clinical and administrative coverage for the Ambulatory setting, including the creation of daily staff schedules, performing service recovery, covering staffing gaps, and directing clinical flow. The Lead CMA interfaces with providers, clinical staff members and administrative staff members to ensure that each patient has an excellent experience in the clinic.     Essential Job Functions: - Clinical Practice: Performs clinical care in the practice, including vitals, lab tests, aerosol nebulization, administration of immunizations, care in urgent situations, and maintaining equipment and supplies. Provide clinical support and leadership for faculty and staff. - Leadership: Coordinates with staff and providers to enhance the quality of patient care. Coordinates daily schedule for rooms and clinical assignments and performs quality audits on MA rooming and charting process. Provides leadership in adapting to change and promoting cost-effective measures in the practice to assure proper use of time, supplies, and personnel. Active participant and informal leader in staff meetings. Collaborates with ambulatory leadership to implement new policy and procedure and workflows. - Education/Research/CQI: Takes lead in the orientation of new clinical employees, participates in continuous Quality Improvement projects. Assists with data collection and shares responsibility for MDI board. Responsible for audits and quality control processes in the clinic, including but not limited to POC proficiency testing, fridge temperature, expiration date review, and maintenance of VFC program. - Professional Development: Assesses and pursues education for own professional growth and development and promotes the professional growth of others by participating in recruitment, onboarding, and training of new staff members. - Sensitivity Behavioral & Performance Standards: Knows and practices the PRIDE values and promotes teamwork to create a positive work environment. Uses sincere greetings with providers, staff, and families, and owns and resolves service recovery with internal and external clients. Is aware of emergency procedures for their area and acts as a leader to staff in the case of emergencies. Appropriately escalates issues to management for any safety issues and protects University of Chicago property. - Perform other duties as assigned.   Required Qualifications:  - A complete high school diploma or equivalent from an accredited educational body - Certified or Registered Medical Assistant and CPR certification - 1 year of experience within the UChicago Medicine health system   Preferred Qualifications:  - Experience in clinical specialty – ENT/Plastics - The required knowledge and skill acquired may be from an outpatient/ambulatory setting   Position Details: - Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE) - Shift: Days – 8 hour shift - Unit/Department: ENT & Plastics - CBA Code: Non-Union   In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the first shift, from approximately 8:00am-4:30pm and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park campus. The days of the week that you are scheduled will be Monday-Friday, and we anticipate that you will not be scheduled for weekend shifts.

Join UChicago Medicine as a Nursing Support Assistant in our Hospital Medicine unit.   With the leadership of the Manager and the Clinical Supervisor, the Nursing Support Assistant (CNA) performs assigned supportive work in connection with the delivery of patient care, including functional tasks and skills.   Job Summary Performs activities which support the daily functions and operations of a patient care unit and the healthcare team. Provides constant observation and documentation of activity of assigned patient. Works under the direction of the Registered Nurse in the assigned area.   Essential Job Functions - Provides basic patient care activities including vital signs, enemas and basic tests such as glucoscan, hemacult and multistix - Assists patients with activities of daily living, as appropriate/assigned, using proper aseptic, isolation, and infection control techniques in performance of duties - Assists patients with personal hygiene, ambulation and nourishment/fluids - Completes procedures as assigned, such as collecting patient specimens and weighing patients. - Assists with discharge and transfer preparation of patients - Assists in the maintenance of the patient environment: makes patient beds, tidies patient room, and prepares patient room for admission and transfer - Assists with the maintenance of supplies/equipment and the environment. - Communicates and accurately documents activities onto the proper records or logs - Initiates CPR and calls a Dr. Cart - Performs receptionist duties for assigned area as requested Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Must be listed on the IDPH Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR) as an Illinois CNA OR a nursing student who has passed the written competency exam and is listed on the HCWR. - CPR/BLS Certification  - Ability to read and write, perform simple mathematical calculations, follow oral and written instructions, perform variety of tasks without direct supervision and perform duties requiring continuous physical effort - Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form - Ability to work in partnership with management and staff - Occasional lifting may be heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs. - Moderate to extreme physical effort such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects and/or patients may be required - Vision, hearing, and sense of touch must be adequate to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as reading small print, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate oral communication - Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs  Position Details - Job Type/FTE:  Part Time (0.60 FTE) - Shift: Days, 7am-7pm - Unit/Department: 4SE Hospital Medicine - CBA Code: 743 Union Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Join UChicago Medicine as a Nursing Support Assistant in our Hospital Medicine Unit!   With the leadership of the Manager and the Clinical Supervisor, the Nursing Support Assistant (CNA) performs assigned supportive work in connection with the delivery of patient care, including functional tasks and skills.   The University of Chicago Medicine is designated as a Level 1 Adult Trauma Center, meaning the hospital is prepared to handle the most seriously injured trauma patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This unit is a high acuity, fast-paced hematology oncology unit, which is looking for a NSA with attention to detail, effective communication, and ability to multi-task. Prefers 6 months of nursing assistant experience, but willing to hire new graduates from an accredited NSA program. Unit offers self-scheduling, opportunities to work with multi-disciplinary teams, and a friendly culture.   Job Summary Performs activities which support the daily functions and operations of a patient care unit and the healthcare team. Provides constant observation and documentation of activity of assigned patient. Works under the direction of the Registered Nurse in the assigned area.   Essential Job Functions - Provides basic patient care activities including vital signs, enemas and basic tests such as glucoscan, hemacult and multistix - Assists patients with activities of daily living, as appropriate/assigned, using proper aseptic, isolation, and infection control techniques in performance of duties - Assists patients with personal hygiene, ambulation and nourishment/fluids - Completes procedures as assigned, such as collecting patient specimens and weighing patients. - Assists with discharge and transfer preparation of patients - Assists in the maintenance of the patient environment: makes patient beds, tidies patient room, and prepares patient room for admission and transfer - Assists with the maintenance of supplies/equipment and the environment. - Communicates and accurately documents activities onto the proper records or logs - Initiates CPR and calls a Dr. Cart - Performs receptionist duties for assigned area as requested Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Must be listed on the IDPH Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR) as an Illinois CNA OR a nursing student who has passed the written competency exam and is listed on the HCWR. - CPR/BLS Certification  - Ability to read and write, perform simple mathematical calculations, follow oral and written instructions, perform variety of tasks without direct supervision and perform duties requiring continuous physical effort - Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form - Ability to work in partnership with management and staff - Occasional lifting may be heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs. - Moderate to extreme physical effort such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects and/or patients may be required - Vision, hearing, and sense of touch must be adequate to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as reading small print, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate oral communication - Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs  Position Details - Job Type/FTE:  Full Time (0.90 FTE) - Shift: Nights, 7pm-7am - Unit/Department: 3SW Hospital Medicine - CBA Code: 743 Union   Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Join UChicago Medicine as a Nursing Support Assistant in our Cardiology Unit   With the leadership of the Manager and the Clinical Supervisor, the Nursing Support Assistant (CNA) performs assigned supportive work in connection with the delivery of patient care, including functional tasks and skills.   The University of Chicago Medicine is designated as a Level 1 Adult Trauma Center, meaning the hospital is prepared to handle the most seriously injured trauma patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This unit is a high acuity, fast-paced cardiology unit, which is looking for a NSA with attention to detail, effective communication, and ability to multi-task. Prefers 6 months of nursing assistant experience, but willing to hire new graduates from an accredited NSA program. Unit offers self-scheduling, opportunities to work with multi-disciplinary teams, and a friendly culture.   Job Summary Performs activities which support the daily functions and operations of a patient care unit and the healthcare team. Provides constant observation and documentation of activity of assigned patient. Works under the direction of the Registered Nurse in the assigned area.   Essential Job Functions - Provides basic patient care activities including vital signs, enemas and basic tests such as glucoscan, hemacult and multistix - Assists patients with activities of daily living, as appropriate/assigned, using proper aseptic, isolation, and infection control techniques in performance of duties - Assists patients with personal hygiene, ambulation and nourishment/fluids - Completes procedures as assigned, such as collecting patient specimens and weighing patients. - Assists with discharge and transfer preparation of patients - Assists in the maintenance of the patient environment: makes patient beds, tidies patient room, and prepares patient room for admission and transfer - Assists with the maintenance of supplies/equipment and the environment. - Communicates and accurately documents activities onto the proper records or logs - Initiates CPR and calls a Dr. Cart - Performs receptionist duties for assigned area as requested Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Must be listed on the IDPH Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR) as an Illinois CNA OR a nursing student who has passed the written competency exam and is listed on the HCWR. - CPR/BLS Certification  - Ability to read and write, perform simple mathematical calculations, follow oral and written instructions, perform variety of tasks without direct supervision and perform duties requiring continuous physical effort - Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form - Ability to work in partnership with management and staff - Occasional lifting may be heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs. - Moderate to extreme physical effort such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects and/or patients may be required - Vision, hearing, and sense of touch must be adequate to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as reading small print, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate oral communication - Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs  Position Details - Job Type/FTE:  Full Time (0.90 FTE) - Shift: Days, 7am-7pm - Unit/Department: 4C Cardiology - CBA Code: 743 Union Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Join UChicago Medicine as a Nursing Support Assistant in our Hospital Medicine Unit!   With the leadership of the Manager and the Clinical Supervisor, the Nursing Support Assistant (CNA) performs assigned supportive work in connection with the delivery of patient care, including functional tasks and skills.   The University of Chicago Medicine is designated as a Level 1 Adult Trauma Center, meaning the hospital is prepared to handle the most seriously injured trauma patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This unit is a high acuity, fast-paced hematology oncology unit, which is looking for a NSA with attention to detail, effective communication, and ability to multi-task. Prefers 6 months of nursing assistant experience, but willing to hire new graduates from an accredited NSA program. Unit offers self-scheduling, opportunities to work with multi-disciplinary teams, and a friendly culture.   Job Summary Performs activities which support the daily functions and operations of a patient care unit and the healthcare team. Provides constant observation and documentation of activity of assigned patient. Works under the direction of the Registered Nurse in the assigned area.   Essential Job Functions - Provides basic patient care activities including vital signs, enemas and basic tests such as glucoscan, hemacult and multistix - Assists patients with activities of daily living, as appropriate/assigned, using proper aseptic, isolation, and infection control techniques in performance of duties - Assists patients with personal hygiene, ambulation and nourishment/fluids - Completes procedures as assigned, such as collecting patient specimens and weighing patients. - Assists with discharge and transfer preparation of patients - Assists in the maintenance of the patient environment: makes patient beds, tidies patient room, and prepares patient room for admission and transfer - Assists with the maintenance of supplies/equipment and the environment. - Communicates and accurately documents activities onto the proper records or logs - Initiates CPR and calls a Dr. Cart - Performs receptionist duties for assigned area as requested Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Must be listed on the IDPH Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR) as an Illinois CNA OR a nursing student who has passed the written competency exam and is listed on the HCWR. - CPR/BLS Certification  - Ability to read and write, perform simple mathematical calculations, follow oral and written instructions, perform variety of tasks without direct supervision and perform duties requiring continuous physical effort - Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form - Ability to work in partnership with management and staff - Occasional lifting may be heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs. - Moderate to extreme physical effort such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects and/or patients may be required - Vision, hearing, and sense of touch must be adequate to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as reading small print, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate oral communication - Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs  Position Details - Job Type/FTE:  Full Time (0.90 FTE) - Shift: Days, 7am-7pm - Unit/Department: 3SW Hospital Medicine - CBA Code: 743 Union   Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Join UChicago Medicine as a Nursing Support Assistant in our Hospital Medicine Unit!   With the leadership of the Manager and the Clinical Supervisor, the Nursing Support Assistant (CNA) performs assigned supportive work in connection with the delivery of patient care, including functional tasks and skills.   The University of Chicago Medicine is designated as a Level 1 Adult Trauma Center, meaning the hospital is prepared to handle the most seriously injured trauma patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This unit is a high acuity, fast-paced hematology oncology unit, which is looking for a NSA with attention to detail, effective communication, and ability to multi-task. Prefers 6 months of nursing assistant experience, but willing to hire new graduates from an accredited NSA program. Unit offers self-scheduling, opportunities to work with multi-disciplinary teams, and a friendly culture.   Job Summary Performs activities which support the daily functions and operations of a patient care unit and the healthcare team. Provides constant observation and documentation of activity of assigned patient. Works under the direction of the Registered Nurse in the assigned area.   Essential Job Functions - Provides basic patient care activities including vital signs, enemas and basic tests such as glucoscan, hemacult and multistix - Assists patients with activities of daily living, as appropriate/assigned, using proper aseptic, isolation, and infection control techniques in performance of duties - Assists patients with personal hygiene, ambulation and nourishment/fluids - Completes procedures as assigned, such as collecting patient specimens and weighing patients. - Assists with discharge and transfer preparation of patients - Assists in the maintenance of the patient environment: makes patient beds, tidies patient room, and prepares patient room for admission and transfer - Assists with the maintenance of supplies/equipment and the environment. - Communicates and accurately documents activities onto the proper records or logs - Initiates CPR and calls a Dr. Cart - Performs receptionist duties for assigned area as requested Required Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Must be listed on the IDPH Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR) as an Illinois CNA OR a nursing student who has passed the written competency exam and is listed on the HCWR. - CPR/BLS Certification  - Ability to read and write, perform simple mathematical calculations, follow oral and written instructions, perform variety of tasks without direct supervision and perform duties requiring continuous physical effort - Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form - Ability to work in partnership with management and staff - Occasional lifting may be heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs. - Moderate to extreme physical effort such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects and/or patients may be required - Vision, hearing, and sense of touch must be adequate to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as reading small print, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate oral communication - Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs  Position Details - Job Type/FTE:  Part Time (0.60 FTE) - Shift: Days, 7am-7pm - Unit/Department: 3SW Hospital Medicine - CBA Code: 743 Union   Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Join UChicago Medicine, as an Assistant Patient Care Manager in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).   Comer Children's is a Level I pediatric trauma center. Comer provides care for critically ill and injured children in our technologically advanced Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. This 30-bed facility is fully equipped to treat children with complex medical problems, conditions requiring major surgery, including cardiac, transplant, and neurosurgery, and multiple traumas.   Sign on Bonus up to $5,000.00   Assistant Patient Care Manager Job Summary:   The Assistant Patient Care Manager will be responsible and accountable for over-seeing the operations of a designated Care Center on her/his respective shift. Duties include directing delivery of quality, patient-centered care in a financially responsible manner. This is in collaboration with and under the supervision of the Care Center Patient Care Managers and Clinical Director.   The Assistant Patient Care Manager (APCM) for the Comer PICU provides clinical and administrative leadership. In this role you are responsible for assisting in the management of the nursing and clinical support staff. The APCM is responsible for providing regulatory and quality oversight to the staff. This person works in conjunction with the Patient Care Manager to oversee the daily operations of the unit in a financially responsible and patient-centered care manner. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the mission, vision and values of The University of Chicago Medical Center Comer Children’s Hospital.   Essential Job Functions  - Assists & collaborates with the PCMs in supporting changes, new and existing programs with staff input and feedback - Aides in development of goals that are consistent with department goals and Hospitals’ mission - Assists & collaborates in utilizing appropriate resources and departments to facilitate operations - Identifies issues, presents strategies and acts as a change agent to resolve patient care issues - Provides clinical expertise and resources for unit - Rounds, assesses, and addresses customer and patient satisfaction - Oversees performance management, staff development, and staff retention - Participates in the Quality Improvement (QI) processes by assisting in identifying issues to be examined, collects and analyzes data, and reports to QI committee and staff - Evaluates and addresses staffing needs and participates in the interview and selection process of staff - Monitors a budget and maximizes care efficiency and throughput - Active participation in committee work and task force assignments on as needed basis   Assistant Patient Care Manager Required Qualifications - Graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing. - Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher, Master’s degree preferred. - Current Illinois RN license - 1-2 years of Charge Nurse experience with demonstrated leadership skills highly preferred - Pediatric/Pediatric ICU experience is highly preferred; critical care experience preferred  - Ability to effectively communicate - Demonstrates a working knowledge of collective bargaining agreements. - Excellent interpersonal communication skills to maintain an open network of communication among staff members, care center and sector leadership, and other health care professionals and departments. Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full-time (1.0 FTE) - Shift: Evening shift, 2:00pm - 12:00am, every other weekend and on-call coverage included - Unit/Department: PICU - CBA Code: Non-Union Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as a DRG/APC Coordinator - Coding Auditor for the Health Information Management department. This is a remote, work from home opportunity and you may be based outside of the greater Chicagoland area.    In this role, the DRG/APC Coordinator- Coding Auditor is responsible for ensuring accuracy and quality of coding assignments for all records requiring DRG and/or APC coding; insures optimal and timely reimbursement.   Essential Job Functions: - Performs data quality reviews on inpatient and outpatient records to ensure proper coding guidelines have been followed and appropriate DRG or APC assignments have been made for appropriate reimbursement - Provides DRG/APC and coding quality information and statistical reports to the Coding Manager - Communicates with the Medical Staff and Housestaff as needed to discuss clinical questions with respect to the assignment of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for diagnoses and procedures - Educates the Medical Staff and Housestaff regarding the importance of sufficient documentation to support the assignment of the appropriate DRG/APC - Reviews Hospitals' specific coding guidelines and procedures and suggests changes and updates to the Coding Manager - Participates in team meetings with coding personnel to discuss coding problems, changes, or issues - Performs routine coding and abstracting as directed - Utilizes 3M encoder optimizing function to review data for accuracy - Reviews PRO coding changes, reports findings to the Coding Manager, and - provides appropriate documentation to the PRO when appealing a PRO decision - Maintains accreditation with AHIMA and abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the AHIMA - Remains current on all PRO, OIG and IPPS/OPPS rules and regulations, coding updates, changes and issues   Required Qualifications:  - A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited academic body or in lieu of a completed degree; equivalent experience - Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), and Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentials - Four (4) years coding experience with a minimum of two (2) years PPS coding, DRG grouping, & APC payment experience - Three (3) years of inpatient facility coding experience - Working knowledge of 3M HDM Abstracting System and 3M Codefinder/DRG finder; must have working knowledge of JCAHO standards for chart completion - Working knowledge of medico-legal rules and regulations that govern the confidentiality and release of medical information with the ability to interpret and implement the standards; must maintain total confidentiality of all patient records - Data entry skills   Position Details: - Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE) - Shift: Days – 8-hour shift - Unit/Department: Health Information Management - CBA Code: Non-Union In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week.  We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the first shift, from approximately 8am-4:30pm and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. The days of the week that you are scheduled will not vary depending on the week and we anticipate that you will be scheduled to work on weekdays (Monday-Friday)   Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Join one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic medical centers, UChicago Medicine, in a detail-driven and influential role as a Patient Safety Specialist. Our employees deliver world-class care in an environment where opinions are respected, decision-making is rewarded, and teamwork is the order of the day. This hybrid position will primarily be based at our UCM Ingalls Memorial Hospital location in Harvey Illinois with occasional travel to off-site locations in the network.    The primary function of this position will be to work with clinicians and administrators within the Medical Center to implement clinical system and process improvements that will improve patient safety, enhance clinical performance, reduce clinical errors and other factors that contribute to patient harm or poor treatment outcomes, as well as facilitate initiatives to support a culture of safety.   Essential job Functions: - Implement the Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals and other patient safety initiatives including monitoring compliance and developing action plans to sustain compliance - Conduct patient or clinical systems tracers assessing compliance with Joint Commission and CMS standards - Coordinate the annual culture of safety survey. Analyze, benchmark, prioritize survey data and identify opportunities and initiatives to promote increasing positive responses annually - Collaborate with Risk Managers in the investigation and creation of the patient safety improvement plans developed from internal adverse patient care events - Facilitate meetings, initiate task forces or work groups to directly remediate and resolve quality of care, patient safety or clinical systems issues - Conduct a pro-active risk and safety assessment in collaboration with the Risk Managers for sections and departments utilizing FMECA, SWOT Analysis, Lean or other process improvement methodologies - Perform case reviews and facilitate task force meetings to reduce incidences of hospital acquired or healthcare associated harm events - Round in patient care areas weekly to promote event reporting and to facilitate communication of “lessons learned” from adverse patient care event investigations and analysis - Conduct Patient Safety Education Session as part of the safety educational curriculum for all staff - Performs other duties assigned Qualifications:  - Professional Registered Nurse License preferred - B.S. in a health-related field, preferably nursing. Masters of Nursing, Administration or Business preferred - Hospital experience of at least 5 years in a clinical or administrative role with specific experience in dealing with patient safety, risk management and/or quality - Experienced in process improvement methodologies, e.g., FMECA, SWOT Analysis or Lean methodology preferred - Working knowledge of Joint Commission standards - Excellent oral, and interpersonal written communication skills, poise in teaching and consulting - Strong organizing and data management skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, data base and graphics to design and implement monitoring and evaluation tools Position Details: - Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0) - Shift: Days - Unit/Department: Legal Affairs Trust - Hyde Park - CBA Code: Non-Union   Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Join UChicago Medicine as a Social Worker for the Neurology. Social workers have an integral role in providing the best possible care for every patient during his or her hospital stay and outpatient treatment. Come join our team of committed, quality-focused professionals!   Become a part of our thriving department where we are guided by core professional values promoting service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, integrity, and competence. Our social workers deliver world-class care in an environment where opinions are respected, decision-making is rewarded and teamwork is the order of the day. Our staff is encouraged to achieve their career goals, which in turn benefits all of our patients and the UChicago Medicine as a whole. Our Social Work Department provides LCSW Clinical Supervision to those pursuing their LCSW, opportunity to provide graduate level Social Work field supervision requiring a field placement, and onsite CEU opportunities.       Essential Job Functions - Psychosocial and Safety Assessments - Transitions of Care Planning - Coordination of interdisciplinary interventions - Crisis intervention - Supportive counseling around adjustment to illness, hospitalization, and/or outpatient care - Promote access to hospital and community resources   Required Qualifications - Master's degree in Social Work from a School of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education - Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Self-motivated, organized and comfortable in a fast paced, dynamic environment - A Collaborative, solution-focused, team player to help facilitate safe patient outcomes and contribute to institutional goals - Previous clinical social work experience in a health care setting of at least one year - Licensure in Illinois   Preferred Qualifications - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Previous clinical social work experience in an acute care hospital setting   Position Details - Job Type/FTE: Full Time - 1.0 FTE - Shift: 8-hour shift - 8:30am to 5:00pm - Unit/Department: Social Work - CBA Code: Non-Union   

Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at UChicago Medicine as a Imaging Team Lead in the MRI Department.   Sign-on Bonus of $10,000    In this role as an Imaging Team Leader you will be responsible for maintaining continuity in the day-to-day operations of the MRI section in the Department of Radiology. As well as act as a resource person to the other technologists.   Essential Job Functions: - Has a knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical and psychological needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, young and mature adults, and geriatric patients. - Assigns the technical staff to work stations. Using the posted work schedule as a guide. Distributes the work to technical staff controlling patient/work flow. - Reviews Radiology request for the proper completion of exam data.  Ensures correct data is entered into RIS. - Perform mammography procedures to demonstrate sectional anatomic images for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. - The technologist will provide appropriate patient care and recognize patient’s conditions essential for successful completion of the procedures.  - The services are provided in accordance with industry standards, department protocols and hospital policies and procedures. - Acts as a key contact person for the section; works with physicians, nursing floors, radiologists, and ICLr to prioritize and coordinate the daily work load as appropriate. - Acts as a leader and role model for staff technologists. Required Qualifications: - Current registry by ARRT, ARDMS, or NMTCB and licensure by the State of Illinois (IEMA) - Minimum of three years experience as technologist - CPR training required, BLS training recommended - Effective communication skills - Effective communication skills and excellent patient care skills required - Excellent leadership skills. - Handle high pressure, fast paced work environment Position Details: - Job Type/FTE: 1.00 FTE - Shift: Day - Unit/Department: Rad MRI- Hyde Park  - CBA Code: Non-Union - No Visa Sponsorship Available Must comply with UCMC’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.