84 Healthcare jobs in Park Forest

Patient Care Support Manager

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60461 Olympia Fields $29 - $32 per hour Frontier Healthcare Systems

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Full time Permanent

A Patient Care Support Manager oversees patient support operations by directing clinical teams, implementing policies, and managing resources to ensure high-quality, efficient patient care. Key responsibilities include staff supervision and training, budget management, process improvement, ensuring compliance with regulations, facilitating communication among departments, and maintaining strong relationships with patients and their families. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to balance administrative efficiency with compassionate patient care in various healthcare settings like hospitals and clinics.

Key Responsibilities

  • Staff Management & Development: Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise clinical staff, providing guidance, feedback, and evaluating performance to foster a supportive and skilled team.
  • Operational Oversight: Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of clinical services, including managing patient scheduling, securing necessary resources, and implementing policies and procedures.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Leadership & Communication: Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills are essential for managing teams and building relationships with patients and families.
  • Clinical & Administrative Expertise: A blend of clinical understanding and strong administrative skills to balance patient care with operational efficiency.

Company Details

Frontier Healthcare Systems is a Chicago, IL-based company providing home-based primary and palliative care, chronic disease management, and transitional care to patients with complex health needs, focusing on improving quality of life and well-being in the home setting. Their services include compassionate, personalized care, with a team that collaborates with community specialists and social workers to deliver comprehensive, holistic support.
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Travel Physical Therapist - $2,456 per week

46342 Hobart, Indiana Genie Healthcare

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Genie Healthcare is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Hobart, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Physical Therapist
  • Discipline: Therapy
  • Start Date: 11/03/2025
  • Duration: 26 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Genie Healthcare is looking for a Physical Therapy to work in Physical Therapist (PT) for a 25.86 weeks travel assignment located in Hobart, IN for the Shift (5x8 Days - Please verify shift details with recruiter, 07:00:00-15:00:00, 8.00-5).

Pay and benefits packages are estimated based on client bill rate at time the job was posted. These rates are subject to change.

Exact pay and benefits vary based on several things, including, but not limited to, guaranteed hours, client changes in bill rate, experience, etc.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k) with company matching (50% up to 6% of what you contribute)

Genie Healthcare Job ID # . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Physical Therapy:Physical Therapist (PT),07:00:00-15:00:00

About Genie Healthcare

Genie Healthcare is one of the fastest growing Nurse Travel Agencies in the USA. Genie serves hundreds of facilities and has over 4000 current travel RN contracts open at any given time.



Genie provides travel RN’s flexibility, support, top pay scale, housing and the #1 rated, multi-state health insurance coverage.



Genie Healthcare carries with it a commitment to providing a comprehensive level of service and quality care. Growing from a small team of eager recruiters to a company with satisfied clients in nearly every corner of the nation, delivering excellence in patient and customer care is the key to Genie’s success.



The management team has 20 years of experience in workforce solutions and staffing in medical and non-medical fields, roles ranging from Clerical job to Cardiologist to software developer to CEO.

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Permanent Allied-Speech Language Pathologist, Other

46410 Merrillville, Indiana StaffDNA

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Speech-Language Pathologist - Other

We are seeking a versatile Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team. In this role, you will assess and treat individuals with diverse communication and swallowing disorders in various settings, helping them improve their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Evaluate patients to identify speech, language, or swallowing difficulties.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to specific needs.
  • Provide therapy focused on articulation, fluency, voice quality, and cognitive-communication skills.
  • Educate patients and families on strategies to support communication and swallowing improvements.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
  • Document patient progress and adjust therapy plans as needed for optimal outcomes.
Work Environment:
  • Work in varied environments such as private practices, hospitals, or community health programs.
  • Engage in a dynamic setting requiring adaptability and innovative problem-solving skills.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth through training and certifications.
  • A supportive work environment focused on collaboration and innovation in patient care.

*This information is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Actual job responsibilities may vary by location.*

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RN - Home Healthcare

60463 Palos Heights, Illinois HR Anew

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Registered Nurse, Home Health Care Field Case Manager

Full-Time in Palos Heights, Illinois

Total Rewards Program
  • Potential Annual Salary: $78 - $5K
  • 5,000 sign-on/retention bonus (for full time positions)
  • Mileage Reimbursement - 0.55 per mile
  • Dedicated Virtual Assistant: Be empowered with a Virtual Assistant to support your charting and documentation, giving you time back for enhanced work and greater harmony in your personal life
  • 401k profit and sharing
  • PTO and Paid Holidays
  • Company-funded STD & LTD
  • Health Insurance and FSA
  • Continuing Education Benefits

Why Assure Home Healthcare

Providing the right service at the right time to remain healthier at home is our priority. Assure Home Healthcare (AssureHHI) is a privately held Medicare-certified agency, headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, founded with a deep desire to create a company with a greater purpose. Our clients receive high-quality and patient-driven home health care services, improved functionality, and live independently, furthering optimal well-being and ensuring everyone is healthier at home. We are an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Learn more about us at
Mission

The AssureHHI mission is to revolutionize the home healthcare delivery model nationwide using innovative and leading-edge technology solutions to WOW our patients, employees, and provider partners.

Vision

We are pioneers focused on persistently improving the home healthcare sphere for better patient care outcomes and consumer experience while at the same time caring for the work-life balance of our clinicians.

Our Blue Ocean

Embracing the 'blue ocean' approach, we strive to stand out by offering distinctive products, services, or value propositions that resonate with both our team and clients. At AssureHHI, a prime example of our unique 'blue ocean' initiative is our provision of a dedicated Virtual Assistant. This resource is exclusively available to our clinicians, aimed at streamlining patient charting and documentation. To our knowledge, we are pioneers in delivering this exceptional benefit within the home health agency sphere. By affording our clinicians more time for themselves, we empower them to savor both the little and significant moments in their personal lives. Moreover, this initiative's ripple effect extends to our patients, as they experience enhanced and empathetic care, resulting in improved quality outcomes, reduced hospital readmissions, and contributing to lower healthcare costs. This endeavor truly sets us apart from any other home health agency nationwide.

Values

At AssureHHI everyone assists in creating an environment where integrity, respect, innovation, initiative, and empowerment are valued and encouraged. We will be an open, innovative, and continuous learning company that compassionately supports the individuals we serve. In supporting our mission, vision, and teamwork approach, we place a high value on:
  • Integrity, Honesty, and Ethical Behavior
  • Dedication to the Empowerment of others and personal responsiveness
  • Professional Excellence High Performance
  • Mutual Respect, Individual Dignity, and Diversity
  • Team Member Participation, Contribution, and Teamwork
  • Growth, Development, and Leadership

Registered Nurse (RN), Home Health Care Field Case Manager - Full time - Gurnee, Illinois

As a Registered Nurse Home Health Care Field Case Manager, you shall coordinate care, services, and scheduling for all patients, supervise LPN (licensed practical nurse) and HHA (Home Health Aide) staff, and provide in-service education to field nurses as requested by the clinical manager. As the RN Home Health Care Field Case Manager, you shall work with the care plan team to ensure high-quality care for patients, and user-friendly technology and a Virtual Assistant to save you time and support efficient and accurate documentation.

Role and Responsibilities:
  • Coordinates services and schedules patient visits.
  • Supervise LPN and HHA field staff as indicated.
  • Provide in-service education per the Clinical Manager's direction.
  • Attend seminars, conferences, workshops, and self-studies in areas that will enhance your position (e.g. leadership, communication, geriatric care, and pediatric care).
  • Follow Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
  • Perform the initial home care visit and re-evaluate patient needs and progress when needed.
  • Coordinate and monitor all patient care and services.
  • Complete and maintain patient efficiently and accurately.
  • Educate patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plan of care, and treatment plans according to the policy and procedure manual.
  • Use our user-friendly technology and a Virtual Assistant to save you time and support efficient and accurate documentation.

Qualifications:
  • Must be a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) and have passed the Illinois State Board.
  • Must have a minimum of two (2) years of RN experience in direct patient care.
  • A valid driver's license, a dependable vehicle, and a clean driving record is essential.

Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in the documentation of client records.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exceptional communication, empathy, and people skills to successfully interact with clients, client families, and other care team members.
  • Maintain confidentiality of matters related to patient care and the agency business in accordance with HIPAA rules and regulations.
  • Demonstrate efficient teamwork with the staff.
  • Demonstrate competence in documenting with Oasis.
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Manager, Home Health Services - Registered Nurse

60451 New Lenox, Illinois Silver Cross Hospital

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Position Summary: Responsible for regulatory compliance, utilization review, chart audits, performance improvement, and educational development of staff.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develops performance improvement priorities for agency
  • Implements and evaluates performance improvement, quality, and utilization activities
  • Conducts reviews of medical records (plans of care, clinical and progress notes, etc) for quality and compliance standards
  • Facilitates interdisciplinary case conferences, monitoring the coordination of care and OASIS data.
  • Monitors OASIS data integrity and completes OASIS data submission
  • Ensures the development, implementation, and update of the individualized plan of care
  • Monitors and ensures the accuracy of publicly reportable data
  • Produces monthly reports to monitor quality of services delivered
  • Assists with on-boarding, training, and educational needs assessments of staff
  • Assists with the evaluation of clinical competence and compliance as needed
  • Supports department customer service and financial goals
  • Conducts reviews and maintains clinical policies and procedures
  • Supports director with operational functions of the department as needed
  • Identifies significant issues and possible solutions to department leadership
  • Performs related electronic medical record tasks and functions
  • Promotes a clean and safe environment of care, utilizing the SAFE error prevention habits
  • Provides the highest standard of privacy and confidentiality in matters involving patients, coworkers, and the hospital by abiding by the Standards of Conduct


Required Qualifications/Education and Training :

  • Registered Nurse license in the state of Illinois
  • Minimum 2 years home health clinical experience
  • Previous leadership and/or quality experience
  • COS-C Certification
  • CPR certified
  • Illinois Driver license and Car insurance
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Recovery Navigator - Lifehouse Behavioral Health

60406 Blue Island, Illinois Ampact

Posted 3 days ago

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Position Summary

Be the difference in others' recovery journeys with Recovery Corps. As someone who knows what it's like to build a healthy life in recovery, you can help make recovery possible for more people!

Join Recovery Corps as a Recovery Navigator and you'll spend your days at an organization committed to serving recovery communities. We'll train you to provide peer support to individuals as they work to maintain their progress in recovery.

How does it work? You'll meet with participants and provide guidance as they navigate resources, set goals, and develop recovery action plans. Through individualized support, you'll be part of creating more success stories!

Want to learn more? Watch this 4-minute video and see what it's like to be a member. Or click here to view the position description.

Core Responsibilities
  • Foster strong relationships with participants
  • Lean on your own recovery experience to provide mentoring and peer support
  • Connect participants with social service resources and programs
  • Track participant recovery plan progress
  • Participate in training and professional development throughout the year, including the Peer Recovery Support training
  • Share your experience with the community
Essential Qualifications

By the time you begin your service with Recovery Corps, you should be:
  • In recovery for at least one uninterrupted year from a substance use disorder
  • Dependable and have a history of good attendance
  • Able to understand and follow instructions
  • Able to set a pace and maintain a service schedule, dependong on the agreed upon hours commitment
  • Have basic computer skills (like email and navigating online)
  • Fluent in English for speaking, reading, and writing
  • 18 years of age or older with a high school diploima or equivalent
  • A citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
  • Able to successfully complete a background check
Schedule

We are currently hiring for the program year. Positions run September 2025-July 2026.
  • 40 hours per week
  • Daytime hours
  • Monday-Friday
  • Time off on holidays
Part-time positions are also available at 25 hours per week!

Compensation & Perks Package

Pay & Benefits

Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a paycheck (stipend) every two weeks. Compensation: $16.24 per hour served and additional perks!
  • Free individual health insurance - monthly premium 100% covered
  • Child care assistance - based on family size and income
  • Member assistance program
Plus great education benefits, including:
  • Up to $ for college tuition or student loans (members 55+ can transfer this award to a qualified family member)
  • Federal student loan forbearance (payment puase) and interest repayment
  • Time accrual toward the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.


About our Organization

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We'd love to hear from you! Contact us at or

About Our Organization

Recovery Corps is powered by AmeriCorps members helping more people build a healthy life in recovery. The program launched in 2017 as a strategic partnership through ServeMinnesota and is administered by Ampact as part of its healthy futures program offerings.

Ampact prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex, age (40 and over), religion, sexual orientation, disability (mental or physical), political affiliation, marital or parental status, pregnancy, reprisal, genetic information (including family medical history), military service, or any other category protected by law.

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Mental Health Professional (MHP)

60483 Tinley Park, Illinois St. Coletta's of Illinois

Posted 3 days ago

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The Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. School is a therapeutic day school in Tinley Park, Illinois. We are Illinois State Board of Education certified and serve intellectually and developmentally delayed students ages three until twenty-one. Our curriculum is provided twelve months a year, with one week breaks between the trimesters. Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy School has a low student/teacher ratio, in a self-contained campus with exceptional and credentialed teachers, aides, and medical oversight where needed has a robust curriculum focused on student development toward independence, productivity and societal participation in a most normal and least restrictive environment.

Position Summary:

Under the overall administration of the Principal and direction of the Assistant Principals for Curriculum and Internal Programming, employs Applied Behavior Specialists to implement a program of Applied Behavior Analysis. This specialized program is designed to meet the needs of autistic and developmentally disabled children, utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis within a framework of Operant Conditioning and Discrete Trial methodology.

Qualifications:

  • Experience: LBS1 certification and prior special education teaching experience preferred. Required are at least two references that indicate excellence in teaching and the ability to team-teach in a highly structured environment, one of which must be from the present employer or academic advisor.
  • Physical Demands: The employee must be personally capable of intervening in all forms of de-escalation techniques, sit for extended periods on the floor, walk, run, and be able to lift 75 lbs. without prior restrictions in the event of an emergency.
  • Skills: Must have two references that indicate a high level of success in the areas of the ability to team-teach, ability to interact at a cooperative level with other professionals and administrative personnel, and a significant desire to demonstrate teaching success with children.
  • Education: At least a Bachelor's Degree in Special Education LBS1 certification or approval required.
  • Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
  • Must pass a physical/drug screening, criminal background check and MVR background.

Lt. Joseph Kennedy School offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes: paid training, medical, dental, vision discount, free life insurance to employees, free long-term disability to employees, the option to buy supplemental life, accidental death and dismemberment, time off and 403 (b) retirement plan. The Kennedy School is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. 
 

Founded in 1949 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Coletta’s of Illinois provides a lifelong continuum of care beginning in early childhood. Our residential, educational and vocational training programs provide services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities that enhance their independence and well-being. We serve participants without regard to race, religion or economic background. St. Coletta’s meets individuals’ needs and abilities while providing the least restrictive environment for growth.

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Diabetes Educator

60467 Orland Park, Illinois Advocate Aurora Health

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Department:

02110 AMG Merrionette Park - Endocrinology

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Day shifts with one late start/end per week Monday-Friday

Major Responsibilities:
Accountable for organizing, educating and scheduling patients for the Outpatient Diabetes Self-Management Program.
1)Provides consultation for patients and families regarding diabetes therapy; encourage family participation.

2)Participates in instructing outpatient groups and one-on-one sessions.

3)Participates in scheduling and registering outpatients for classes as needed.

4)Documents outpatient education in the patient's medical record.

5)Develops teaching tools and teaching aides as needed. Orders appropriate teaching aides and tools, monitors supplies.

Serves as a resource/clinical expert for identified diabetes inpatients.
1)Assists with education of all newly diagnosed patients.

2)Assesses needs of complicated diabetes patients per referral.

3)Reinforces education to patients / families as requested.

4)Makes multi-disciplinary referrals as indicated.

5)Consults with Medical Staff as needed.

6)Provides training / education for monitoring equipment.

7)Documents patient interventions in their medical record.

Serves as a resource / clinical expert for hospital staff.
1)Provides input and guidance to nursing staff regarding education of diabetes patient.

2)Provides hospital staff with adequate supplies of Diabetes educational materials.

3)Ongoing education of hospital staff regarding changes in practice as it relates to diabetes management.

Advancement of Professional Growth and Knowledge.
1)Obtain and maintain CDE certification.

2)Maintain professional education related to diabetes through readings, workshops, and professional memberships.

3)Maintains education file and participate in yearly evaluation by review date.

4)Plan and/or participate in any diabetes related activities offered to the community, e.g. glucose monitoring, screening, lectures.

Education/Experience Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition. - 2-3 years nutrition experience with exposure to diabetes patients. • Experience with computer entry and retrieval. • Experience with insulin pump therapy.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
• Excellent interpersonal skills. • Excellent communication skills. • Excellent planning & organizational skills. • Excellent crisis intervention and prioritization. • Excellent physician relationships. • Knowledge of blood glucose monitoring equipment, and diabetes assistive devices • Demonstrate leadership & teaching abilities. • Requires knowledge & understanding of: o Child growth & development o Normal patterns of Adolescent behavior o Signs of normal aging
• Current RD license in the State of Illinois • Specialty CDE certification within 18 months of hire.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
• Flexible hours according to customer needs. • Work under stressful/difficult conditions. • Ability to perform physical tasks such as patient lifting / transfer activities related to patients (up to 50 lbs. may be required) and moving equipment. • This position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated. • Good visual acuity and color discrimination.
If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Pay Range
$34.90 - $2.35

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation
  • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program


About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than 6 billion in annual community benefits.
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Healthcare Technician

46342 Hobart, Indiana Powers Health

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Under the supervision of the manager (or designee) according to established practices, performs specimen collection and submission according to established guidelines. Assists in maintaining efficient and effective departmental patient flow by maintaining records, inventories and charts related to patient care activities.
  1. Job-Specific
    1. Under general supervision, and according to prescribed aseptic techniques, collects specimens using appropriate technique while using appropriate PPE and maintaining the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test being performed. This includes but is not limited to collecting patient blood specimens by skin venipuncture.
    2. Processes test requisitions accurately, completely, and in a timely manner per established procedure.
    3. Labels samples accurately and completely to include time, date, initials (in presence of patient). Must also include source of sample on any specimen including blood.
    4. Maintains specimen collection supplies in an orderly condition. Perform inventory function as needed.
    5. Performs point of care testing
      1. Maintains appropriate logs
      2. Completes quality controls as assigned
      3. May participate in EMS education program if qualified
    6. Performs 12-Lead EKGs.
    7. Orients patient to procedure.
      1. Utilizes principles of asepsis in all aspects of patient contact.
      2. Measures and records vital signs (i.e. temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure) and reports abnormalities to the nurse.
      3. Practices appropriate safety measures in use of equipment in clinical responsibilities.
      4. Performs basic isolation and infection control procedures.
      5. Documents, on the record, basic care interventions (not assessments) to include pain status, vitals, requests, information given to patient regarding waits, and all tech performed interventions completed
(i.e. transportation, etc.).
      1. Directs patient/family questions regarding medical information to the appropriate provider.
    1. Assists with scheduling patients for ordered tests through appropriate ancillary departments.
    2. Maintains a clean, safe, orderly work area. Advises supervisor of need for repairs, prepares necessary work orders.
    3. Runs errands as necessary to secure items needed for the efficient operation of the unit. Provides continuity of unit operations by providing information and/or reports to on-coming staff.
    4. Assists in orientation of new staff; explains unit procedures, phone system and order transcription process.
    5. Participates in staff meetings, team conference, quality assurance activities and staff development programs.
    6. Performs other related duties as assigned.
    7. Displays correct knowledge and correct utilization of the Automated Information System.
    8. Demonstrates accountability to remain proficient in basic skills used in clinical area and in providing a safe environment.
    9. Assists in transports of patients to diagnostic areas and/or inpatient area.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE :
  • The level of knowledge ordinarily acquired through the completion of high school level course work
  • Ability to read, write and spell.
  • Registered Medical Assistant, EMT-B, Paramedic or Medical Lab Assistant license/certification required.
  • Must maintain and provide documentation of renewal of license, registration or certification.
  • Basic Life Support is required.
  • Fundamental understanding of medical terminology and computer.
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Patient Care Assistant (Medical Assistant)

60451 New Lenox, Illinois METRO INFECTIOUS DISEASE CONSULTANTS

Posted 4 days ago

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Metro Infectious Disease Consultants is seeking a full-time Patient Care Assistant (Medical Assistant)  to work at the clinic located in New Lenox, IL.

This Assistant’s responsibilities include all duties related to the back-office with occasional front desk duties. Responsibilities assigned to individuals can and will change at any time at the discretion of management or the supervisor.

Back Office Responsibilities:

1) Escort patients from reception to exam room, documenting height, weight, blood pressure and temperature as indicated, document patient’s chief complaint and notify doctor when patient is ready to be seen

2) Stock exam rooms with supplies each morning, clean rooms between patients

3) Maintain inventory of medical supplies, completing requisitions (order forms) in a timely manner to ensure supplies are not depleted

4) Other tasks as assigned by management

Front Office Responsibilities:

1) Filing of all scanned paperwork daily

2) Fax clinic schedules to physicians for next clinic day.

3) Prepare travel chart weekly

4) Open and distribute mail, daily

5) Print schedule for following clinic day. Verity that all progress notes and super-bills are attached

6) Order office supplies

7) Answer telephone calls, including closed offices at different locations

8) Page on consultations to physicians. Page should include consult, hospital, patient name, room number, referring physician, and hospital phone number with appropriate extension

9) Make appointments for new and existing patients according to set guidelines. If patient is new, directions should be given

10) Handle and process billing information daily

11) Handle and process dictation, letters, and physician orders daily

12) Register patients, enter and/or update patient demographics, make copies of vital information

13) Collect co-payments and past due balances from patients at check-in/check-out desk

14) Coordinate and process referral information for managed care patients

15) Process medical records requests

16) Escort patients from reception to exam room, documenting height, weight, blood pressure and temperature as indicated, document patient’s chief complaint and notify doctor when patient is ready to be seen

17) Obtain laboratory specimens as requested, completing lab requisitions and preparing samples for pick-up by lab. Document same in Medical Record

18) Ensure superbills are completed at visit end, including, visit code, diagnoses and all labs ordered

Requirements

  • Must have at least (1) one year of clinical practice experience, preferably in an office setting
  • Must be comfortable with back office responsibilities
  • High school Education or equivalent
  • Proof of current vaccinations, including recommended boosters, commonly required for those working with immunocompromised patients, including measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, hepatitis A & B, influenza, and COVID-19.

Requests for accommodations/exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis, consistent with applicable laws.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Salary

  • $39,000-$2,000 ( 19/hour + monthly bonus)
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