Northwest Community Hospital Job Postings

Care Coordinator RN - Buffalo Grove ICC - 12-0310

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director or assigned Supervisor, facilitates a positive, collaborative work environment with an interdisciplinary team approach. The Care Coordinator utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of patient care including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient outcomes. Provides department supervision and oversees the staff scheduling functions to effectively utilize resources, and modifies a patient’s plan of care as indicated. Resource to the healthcare team collaborating to achieve optimal clinical, financial and satisfaction outcomes in primary and specialty care. Assesses patients, facilitates plan of care, implements and coordinates care progression, monitors and evaluates options and services to meet an individual’s health needs. This job description was developed in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.

Job Requirements:

1. Successful completion of an Associate’s degree, diploma, or BSN from an accredited school of nursing.

2. Knowledge of managed care models financial reimbursement systems, clinical case management processes and utilization management issues.

3. Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Illinois.

4. Current CPR certification.

Care Coordinator RN - Mount Prospect ICC - 11-0480

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Draw Site Lab Rep Phlebotomist - Buffalo Grove ICC - 12-0311

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of the Immediate Care Centers, with accountability to the Point of Care Consultant, performs a variety of key laboratory duties, phlebotomy and customer service support including outpatient order entry and completion of medical necessity at point of service, maintenance of Standing Orders, specimen processing and other related pre and post analytical functions in the Laboratory.

Job Requirements:

1. The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of four years of High School. Some college level computer or business related courses preferred.

2. Minimum one year phlebotomy experience with all age groups required. Certification from an approved school of phlebotomy is highly desirable.

3. Minimum of one-year experience in direct customer service required.

4. Knowledge of medical terminology/insurance billing preferred.

5. Basic PC experience required.

Draw Site Lab Rep Phlebotomist - Buffalo Grove ICC - 12-0312

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Immediate Care Center Physician - ICC - 11-0570

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting the Medical Director of NCH Immediate Care Centers, provides comprehensive physician services to assess, diagnose, plan and treat a wide range of patients with health issues/illness or injury presenting at the centers. Collaborates with Mid-Level Providers and the inter-disciplinary healthcare team to provide comprehensive clinical coordination of patient care resulting in integrated health care that is timely, high quality, customer focused and utilizes resources to optimize patient outcomes.

Job Requirements:

1. Doctor of Medicine with board certification and credentialed through Northwest Community Medical Staff Office.

2. Minimum of 1year physician experience in primary care, immediate or emergency medicine, family practice, occupational health or internal medicine required. Prior experience working with all patient age groups strongly preferred.

3. Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Illinois.

4. Board certified or Board eligible.

5. DEA Certification required.

6. Certifications in ACLS and PALS required.

7. Current CPR certification.

8. Prescriptive Authority and Controlled Substance Licensure as needed.

Physician Assistant - Mount Prospect ICC - 12-0277

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of assigned healthcare team, collaborates with physicians to direct medical interventions. Serves as a specialty area expert and consultant to staff, patients, families and operational team who work in various clinical settings. Functions as an advanced practitioner, educator, role model, consultant and researcher for patients, families and staff. Acts as a change agent and case management consultant in the healthcare delivery system to improve the quality of care across the continuum. Revises plans of care as indicated. This job description was developed in accordance with the Illinois Physician Assistant Practice Act.

Job Requirements:

1. The completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.

2. Minimum 1-year recent acute care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

3. Current Illinois Physician Assistant license.

4. Current certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

5. Prescriptive authority and controlled substance licensure as needed.

6. Successfully completes hospital Physician Assistant credentialing process.

Physician Assistant - Schaumburg ICC - 12-0229

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of assigned healthcare team, collaborates with physicians to direct medical interventions. Serves as a specialty area expert and consultant to staff, patients, families and operational team who work in various clinical settings. Functions as an advanced practitioner, educator, role model, consultant and researcher for patients, families and staff. Acts as a change agent and case management consultant in the healthcare delivery system to improve the quality of care across the continuum. Revises plans of care as indicated. This job description was developed in accordance with the Illinois Physician Assistant Practice Act.

Job Requirements:

1. The completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.

2. Minimum 1-year recent acute care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

3. Current Illinois Physician Assistant license.

4. Current certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

5. Prescriptive authority and controlled substance licensure as needed.

6. Successfully completes hospital Physician Assistant credentialing process.

Access Services Manager - Buffalo Grove ICC - 12-0289

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This position will manage the Immediate Care Centers Patient Access staff.

Reporting to the Director of Patient Access oversees patient registration services, scheduling support, and reimbursement related functions at the customer point of access. Monitors and oversees the performance of patient access representatives ensuring complete and accurate patient registration in compliance with hospital and regulatory standards. Establishes, implements and maintains measures for appropriate staffing, productivity, compliance, quality, accuracy, and customer service. Serves as a liaison for patients with point of service departments, physicians and insurance carriers to resolve escalated registration issues.

Fast paced, multi-tasking management position that is patient focused, technology focused, requiring strong financial management and collections experience. Staffing across multiple shifts in a 24/7 environment.

Job Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare, Business or a related field required.

2. Minimum 5 years experience with insurance, registration processes and revenue cycle, managed care environment, reimbursement, EMTALA, HIPPA, OIG work plans, and other government and third party healthcare regulations.

3. Minimum of 5 years in a management/supervisory role.

4. Prior experience with registration service related quality measurement techniques.

Access Services Manager - Central Scheduling - 12-0287

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of Patient Access oversees patient registration services, scheduling support, and reimbursement related functions at the customer point of access. Monitors and oversees the performance of patient access representatives ensuring complete and accurate patient registration in compliance with hospital and regulatory standards. Establishes, implements and maintains measures for appropriate staffing, productivity, compliance, quality, accuracy, and customer service. Serves as a liaison for patients with point of service departments, physicians and insurance carriers to resolve escalated registration issues.

Fast paced, multi-tasking management position that is patient focused, technology focused, requiring strong financial management and collections experience. Staffing across multiple shifts in a 24/7 environment.

Job Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare, Business or a related field required.

2. Minimum 5 years experience with insurance, registration processes and revenue cycle, managed care environment, reimbursement, EMTALA, HIPPA, OIG work plans, and other government and third party healthcare regulations.

3. Minimum of 5 years in a management/supervisory role.

4. Prior experience with registration service related quality measurement techniques.

Clinical Coordinator - Emergency Dept - 12-0304

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director, is responsible for the coordination of safe, effective patient care on a unit, providing leadership and promoting the development of staff. Assures appropriate implementation of policies and procedures, allocates resources (human and material) to the delivery of patient care, assesses the effectiveness of resources and recommends changes facilitating a positive work environment and collaborating with all members of the health care team. Assures that the nursing process is utilized as the framework for patient care and applies the nursing process to own practice as defined in the American Nurses Association’s Scope and Standards for Nurse Administrators. Ensures utilization of the nursing process overseeing the delivery of patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation of patient outcomes and that plans of care are revised as indicated. This job description was developed in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.

Job Requirements:

1. Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing; Bachelor of Science, or active pursuit of degree, preferred.

2. Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Illinois.

3. Two years of experience in an acute care setting. Specialty requirements vary by unit.

4. Previous leadership experience required.

5. Current CPR certification.

6. Specialty certification desirable.

7. Mental Health Network Department Only: Current CPI certification. (10/06)

Director Patient Financial Svcs - Patient Fin Svcs - 12-0212

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Executive Director Revenue Cycle Management, the Director of Patient Financial Services is responsible for establishing and maintaining exemplary customer relations as well as maximizing cash and minimizing bad debts. The scope of the responsibility includes the billing, customer service, insurance verification, financial counseling, collections and cash application areas of Patient Financial Services. The accounts receivable is inclusive of revenue generated from services provided across the continuum (Day Surgery Center, Mental Health, Home Health, hospital services, etc. as well as a limited segment of professional fees revenue.

Job Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s Degree required with an emphasis in accounting/finance preferred.

2. Minimum of five years of accounting, reimbursement, and finance and/or accounts receivable and credit and collection experience of which a minimum of three (3) years must be in a supervisory capacity.

3. Minimum of three (3) years of directly related experience in healthcare accounts receivable.

4. Good to excellent written and oral communication skills.

Revenue Integrity Manager - Revenue Integrity - 12-0316

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of Revenue Integrity, serves as subject matter expert for charge description master (CDM) analysis and maintenance to ensure proper revenue generation and compliance with payer requirements in accordance with State/ Federal regulations. Assists ancillary departments in data retrieval for pricing of services related to the resources consumed and for consistency with intra- and interdepartmental pricing strategies. Collaborates with the Revenue Integrity Director and revenue generating departments and assists in the identification of revenue enhancements opportunities across the NCH continuum.

Job Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, healthcare or applicable field required.

2. Minimum of with four years experience in healthcare billing, coding, revenue cycle or finance experience required.

3. Thorough knowledge of revenue cycle functions, including but not limited to; patient registration, health information management, case management, contract management and patient financial services.

4. Previous experience and familiarity with CMS regulations, billing compliance; Medicare, Medicaid and other third party payer reimbursement methodologies.

5. Previous experience and familiarity with technical systems and charge capture flow in healthcare billing.

6. Strong computer and data management skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office products and various computer based programs.

7. Experience and proven understanding of medical terminology, CPT/HCPCS codes and claim coding methodologies.

8. Two years of previous management experience preferred.

Billing Liaison - NCH Medical Group Administration - 12-0291

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of Operations, coordinates activities related to the identification, research, referral and resolution of customer inquiries regarding patient account and billing discrepancies within the MG and its billing services while maintaining exemplary customer relations. Serves as the subject matter expert (SME) on the Practice Management System (PMS) for staff. Performs initial PMS training of new employees and for new practice acquisitions. Assists in recommending and implementing consistent billing and service protocols and reinforces throughout the MG practices.

Job Requirements:

1. The level of knowledge normally acquired through the completion of an Associates Degree preferably in Business or Healthcare Management or equivalent work experience required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

2. Requires a minimum of one-year medical group billing and reimbursement problem solving, patient advocacy experience.

3. Proficiency in Excel and Word.

Care Coordinator RN - 1450 Practice - 12-0306

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of Operations and the assigned Supervisor, facilitates a positive, collaborative work environment with an interdesciplinary team approach. The Care Coordinator utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of patient care including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient outcomes. Recommends and modifies a patients plan of care as indicated. Collaborates with the healthcare team to achieve optimal clinical, financial and satisfaction outcomes in primary and specialty care. Assesses patients, facilitates plan of care, implements and coordinates care progression, monitors and evaluates options and services to meet an individual's health needs. This job description was developed in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.

Job Requirements:

1. Successful completion of an Associate's degree, diploma,or BSN from an accredited school of nursing.

2. Knowledge of managed care models, financial reimbursement systems, clinical case management processes and utilization management issues.

3. Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Illinois.

4. Current CPR certification.

IT Physician Supt Svcs Mgr - NCH Medical Group IT - 12-0269

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of IT Applications is responsible for coordinating IT related support functioning as the subject matter expert (SME) on business processes for the employed physician community and their staff to optimize utilization of technologies. Manages application support staff that serves the employed physician community and their staff.

Job Requirements:

1. Level of knowledge equivalent to attainment of Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, or a Healthcare related field with knowledge of basic network concepts.

2. Minimum three years progressively responsible analyst level experience, clinical experience preferred, supporting computer systems, including user software support, department specific applications support, Windows based software concepts and patient care system support experience required.

3. Experience in software deployment, relevant supported applications and working in a medical setting preferred. Experience with AllScripts EHR preferred.

4. Minimum two years management experience required.

5. Experience with network operating systems: Novell, WinNT Server or Unix preferred.

Medical Assistant - 1450 Practice - 12-0305

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Prepare patients for examination, take patient history and vital signs, Assist in collection of specimens and instructs patient regarding preparation for tests.
Assist in opening the office, initiating days activities and answering telephone.

Job Requirements:

1. Minimum 1 year direct patient care experience not including externship.

2. Graduate of an Medical Assistant program or Externship experience in Medical Assistant program.

3. 1 year medical office experience in a clinical environment.

Medical Assistant - 1450 Rheumatology - 12-0307

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This position will support Rheumatology

Prepare patients for examination, take patient history and vital signs, Assist in collection of specimens and instructs patient regarding preparation for tests.
Assist in opening the office, initiating days activities and answering telephone.

Job Requirements:

1. Minimum 1 year direct patient care experience not including externship.

2. Graduate of an Medical Assistant program or Externship experience in Medical Assistant program.

3. 1 year medical office experience in a clinical environment.

Medical Assistant - 1538 Arlington Hts Practice - 12-0276

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Medical Assistant - 1700 Practice - 12-0314

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Physician - NCH Medical Group - 11-0703

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Provides comprehensive physician services to assess, diagnose, plan and treat a wide range of patients with health issues/illness or injury. Collaborates with Mid-Level Providers and the inter-disciplinary healthcare team to provide comprehensive clinical coordination of patient care resulting in integrated health care that is timely, high quality, customer focused and utilizes resources to optimize patient outcomes.

Job Requirements:

1. Doctor of Medicine with board certification

3. Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Illinois.

4. Board certified or Board eligible.

5. DEA Certification required.

APN Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric ED - 12-0271

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

For this APN position Pediatric experience is required.

Reporting to the Director of assigned healthcare team collaborates with physicians to direct treatment interventions. Serves as a specialty area expert and consultant to staff, patients, families and operational team who work in various clinical settings. Functions as an advanced practitioner, educator, role model, mentor, consultant and researcher for patients, families and staff. Acts as a change agent and case management consultant in the healthcare delivery system to improve the quality of care across the continuum. This job description was developed in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.

Job Requirements:

1. The completion of a Master’s Degree in Nursing.

2. Certified as a Nurse Practitioner.

3. Demonstrated expertise with a minimum of three years of nursing clinical experience in the area of specialty.

4. Current Illinois nursing license. Advance Practice Nursing license.

5. State controlled substance license and DEA license if defined in privileging agreement.

APN Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric ED - 12-0272

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Clinical Resource Manager - Clinical Resource Mgt - 11-0532

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Manager of Clinical Resource Management, or Director of assigned Clinical Unit, provides clinical resource management services in collaboration with Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) staff to meet clinical care coordination needs of patients. Collaborates with the healthcare team to achieve optimal clinical, financial and satisfaction outcomes. Working in an interdisciplinary environment, assesses patients, facilitates plan of care, implements and coordinates care progression, monitors, and evaluates options and services to meet an individual's health needs through effective communication, collaboration, coordination and intervention requisite to efficient clinical care progression. This job description was developed in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.

Job Requirements:

Registered Nurse with current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Illinois. Bachelor’s Degree in a Healthcare related field and certification in Case Management preferred.
Minimum of 3 years recent experience in Clinical or Reimbursement Case Management, Utilization Review Management and/or Discharge Planning in a hospital or insurance environment along with acute care staff nurse experience or a minimum of 5 years recent acute care staff nurse experience required.
Knowledge of discharge planning, health care reimbursement, utilization review process, and applicable community resources with the clinical expertise to act as a resource to assigned units.
Knowledge of Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs) and other reimbursement models for their impact on assessment of level of care/use of resources including current knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other third party payer reimbursement methodologies.
Knowledge of managed care models, financial reimbursement systems, clinical case management processes and utilization management issues.
Knowledge of federal, state and other regulatory agency rules & regulations including Illinois Department of Public Health, The Joint Commission, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, etc.

Patient Care Tech - Med/Renal - 12-0321

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Clinical Director, performs as a member of the Patient Care Team. Performs basic nursing care delegated by and under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age(s) of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Job Requirements:

1. High school graduate, or equivalent.

2. Completion of a nurses' assistant training course, EMT or paramedics training course, or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program with completion of at least one major clinical medical or surgical rotation.

3. Current CPR certification.

4. Knowledge of and/or experience in the correct use of body mechanics.

Respiratory Care Practitioner - Respiratory Care - 12-0221

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of Critical Care with accountability to the Respiratory Care Manager, performs, teaches, and guides all forms of respiratory therapy, chest physical therapy, and cardiopulmonary diagnostics.

Job Requirements:

1. Graduate of an AMA approved school for respiratory therapy granting eligibility to take exams given by the National Board for Respiratory Care or Registered or Certified by the N.B.R.C.

2. Current Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure required.

3. Current CPR certification.

4. Advanced knowledge of acid-base balance, blood gas analysis and interpretation, and cardiopulmonary physiology.

5. NPS certification required.

6. Three years current acute care experience preferred.

Staff Nurse - Home Health - 12-0313

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to a Clinical Director or other designated manager, the Staff Nurse assumes responsibility for the complete nursing process in the delivery of patient care, which includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient outcomes from a patient's admission through discharge. Revises plans of care as indicated. These activities are accomplished through a multidisciplinary team approach as appropriate for his/her specialty of practice. This job description was developed in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.

Job Requirements:

1. The level of knowledge normally acquired through the completion of an A.D., diploma, or BSN Program from an accredited school of Nursing.

2. Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Illinois.

3. Current CPR certification

Staff Nurse - Main OR - 10-0267

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to a Clinical Director or other designated manager, the Staff Nurse assumes responsibility for the complete nursing process in the delivery of patient care, which includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient outcomes from a patient's admission through discharge. Revises plans of care as indicated. These activities are accomplished through a multidisciplinary team approach as appropriate for his/her specialty of practice. This job description was developed in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.

Job Requirements:

1. Two years of prior operating room experience preferred.

2. Successful completion of an Associate’s degree, diploma, or BSN from an accredited school of nursing.

3. ACLS certified.

4. Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Illinois.

5. Current CPR certification.

Staff Nurse - Surgical Prep Area - 12-0300

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to a Clinical Director or other designated manager, the Staff Nurse assumes responsibility for the complete nursing process in the delivery of patient care, which includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient outcomes from a patient's admission through discharge. Revises plans of care as indicated. These activities are accomplished through a multidisciplinary team approach as appropriate for his/her specialty of practice. This job description was developed in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.

Job Requirements:

1. Two years of prior med/surg experience required.

2. Successful completion of an Associate’s degree, diploma, or BSN from an accredited school of nursing.

3. ACLS certified.

4. Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Illinois.

5. Current CPR certification.

Staff Nurse Critical Care - Emergency Department - 11-0535

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to a Clinical Director or designee, the Critical Care Staff Nurse utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of patient care including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient outcomes. Revises plans of care as indicated. This job description was developed in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.

Job Requirements:

1. Successful completion of an Associate’s degree, diploma, or BSN from an accredited school of nursing.

2. Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Illinois.

3. Current CPR certification.

4. Completion, or completion within 6 months, of specialty specific critical care nurse competency checklist.

Staff Nurse Critical Care - Peds ED - 12-0302

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Surgical Technologist - Main O R - 11-0303

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of Surgical Services, with accountability to the Clinical Unit Leaders and Team, the Surgical Technologist assists the surgeon by providing the appropriate instruments and equipment for surgical procedures while maintaining the sterile field.

Job Requirements;

1. Graduate of an approved surgical technology program.

2. Previous experience in surgery or on-the-job scrub experience.

3. Certification in surgical technology preferred.

4. Must possess current CPR certification.

Telemetry Tech - Central Telemetry - 12-0320

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Clinical Director of Cardiac Surveillance Unit and under the general supervision of the team facilitator and CSU leadership team, the Telemetry Technician assists the professional staff by monitoring, reporting, and documenting patient’s cardiac rate and rhythm. Properly identifies patients receiving telemetry monitoring and provides patient instruction and safe patient interactions.

Job Requirements:

1. The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of four years of high school. Participation in the studies of the field of Applied Science Cardiology or completion of paramedic program preferred.

2. C.P.R. Basic Rescue Certification. Completion of basic ECG interpretation course, with strong arrhythmia recognition skills required.

3. Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology.

HIM Tech II - Health Information Mgt - 12-0226

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting and accountable to the Manager of Health Information Management Operations; facilitates medical record documentation completion and release of imaged records in Horizon Patient Folder (HPF) to be accessed by the Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) users; is responsible for quality control of imaged medical record documents. Has accountability for data integrity of the Master Patient Index (MPI) across the NCH continuum. Works closely with the Medical Staff Members to ensure that medical records have the required documentation in the required time frame.

Job Requirement:

1. The level of knowledge normally acquired through the completion of two years of post-high school education in a health care related field.

2. Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and medical record filing systems required.

3. Knowledge of JCAHO standards and federal and state regulations required.

4. Knowledge of and experience with health information computer systems required. Previous use of electronic imaging and medical record systems preferred.

HIM Tech II - Health Information Mgt - 12-0256

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Patient Access Specialist - Access Services - 12-0137

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Hourly on Call positions do not have Benefits

Reporting to the Manager of Access Services or area supervisor, the Access Specialist interacts with patients and/or their representatives performing a variety of patient access, intake and registration, or scheduling related activities required for providing patient services and ensuring claim accuracy and reimbursement. This position functions at the Point of Service (POS) front desks, walk-in registration areas, or emergency room and treatment center settings. Interviews patients to gather and interpret required demographic, insurance, financial, and clinical data. Screens physician’s orders and pre-registration data for changes and compliance with payer requirements for medical necessity and pre-certification. Reviews and completes changes to third party eligibility and benefits verification. Enters and/or updates all required data in multiple hospital computer systems to activate accounts and notify clinical department of patient arrival. May schedule a patient in limited capacity/scope.

Job Requirements:

1. High school diploma required. College degree preferred.

2. Minimum 2 years of customer service work experience using computers required.

3. Prior working knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

4. Previous healthcare experience with regulatory compliance requirements, payer requirements, HIPAA privacy and security requirements, and general revenue cycle procedures preferred.

For orientation purposes all Patient Access Specialist positions require a full time day shift commitment for the first 6 weeks.

Patient Access Specialist II - Imaging Ctr 1450 - 12-0309

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the assigned Supervisor, the Patient Access Specialist II (PAS II) interacts with patients and/or their representatives to greet, pre-register and schedule appointments or outpatient services in order to ensure patient satisfaction, claim accuracy and reimbursement. Interviews patients to gather, interpret, and electronically record required demographic, financial and clinical data. Screens registration data for compliance with departmental and regulatory requirements, payer requirements for medical necessity and pre-certification, and completes third party eligibility and benefit verification. Coordinates patient needs and department resources to schedule patients for appropriate services. Develops a patient itinerary of coordinated or multiple appointments. Enters data and schedules patient tests and services in multiple hospital systems.

Job Requirements:

1. High school diploma required. College degree preferred.

2. Minimum of 2 years customer service work experience required with a minimum of 1 year experience in healthcare patient accounting or a patient access department, physician’s office, medical clinic or hospital, or a call center/scheduling setting outside of healthcare required.

3. Computer experience in a windows environment, ability to use a mouse required.

4. Previous healthcare experience with regulatory compliance requirements, payer requirements, HIPAA privacy and security requirements, and general revenue cycle procedures preferred.

For orientation purposes all Patient Access Specialist positions require a full time day shift commitment for the first 6 weeks.

Unit Secretary - Cardiac Rehab - 12-0185

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director, with accountability to the Clinical Coordinator/Manager and other caregivers enters department specific patient treatments/charges to facilitate management of the patient healthcare record. Assists the care team in coordinating patient activities and services. Assists in coordinating communication and resources between care team, physicians, patients and family members. In ancillary areas, may coordinate and schedule department specific patient procedures in the hospital’s scheduling system.

Job Requirements:

1. The level of knowledge normally acquired through the completion of High School or the equivalent.

2. Minimum one-year data or order entry experience using a computer preferred.

3. Computer literacy and experience with PC applications.

Benefits Specialist - Human Resources - 12-0242

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Benefits Manager, with accountability to the team, coordinates the placement of employees in the benefits welfare plans. Responsible for all Leave Administration (FMLA, STD and LTD) and counsels NCH management and employees on benefits-program related issues.
Conducts benefits orientation and administers welfare enrollments and changes. Responsible for all welfare data input into Human Resources Information System. .

Job Requirements:

1. Level of knowledge normally acquired through the completion of two years of college is required. An Associates Degree in Human Resources, business or related area, or equivalent professional experience is preferred.

2. Two years' experience in benefits welfare administration experience required specifically in Leave Administration.

3. Knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems preferred.

4. Knowledge of benefit compliance regulations (including but not limited to COBRA and FMLA) preferred.

Cancer Registrar - Cancer Services - 12-0288

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Manager of Cancer Registry with accountability to the team, performs all functions within the Cancer Registry including abstracting and follow-up activities necessary to maintain an accredited Comprehensive Cancer Program as required by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons. Assist with cancer data abstraction and responding to data requests. Assists in cancer conference weekly meetings.

Job Requirements:

1. Associates Degree in Health Information preferred with completed College level courses in medical terminology and anatomy/physiology.

2. Certified Tumor Registrar Certificat (CTR) required.

3. Three years Cancer Registry experience required.

4. Proficient computer knowledge including experience with data management applications required.

5. Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills needed.

Coding Analyst - Health Information Mgt - 11-0593

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Coding Supervisor of Health Information Management with accountability to the Director of Health Information Management, codes and abstracts medical records; enters data into the computer system; assists Quality Measurement and Improvement (QMI) Department in data retrieval.

Job Requirements:

1. The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of an Associate’s Degree with a concentration in Health Information Management or the equivalent with current Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), CCS-P, or R.N. with a minimum coding basics program through AHIMA.

2. Minimum of two years medical record coding experience in a hospital setting.

3. Demonstrated knowledge of clinical information.

4. Experience with computerized encoding systems.

5. Working knowledge with electronic patient record preferred.

Librarian - Library - 12-0237

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of Research, assists in providing information and reference services to the hospital nurses, staff and physicians. Plans and develops library services and systems. Provides library services designed to meet organizational and customer needs.

Job Requirements:

1. Masters Degree in Library Science from a school accredited by the American Library Association.

2. Experience in a medically-related professional library, preferably in a hospital, with proven ability to initiate, maintain, and assume responsibility for library services required.

3. General knowledge of library procedures; familiarity with processes, operations and standards.

4. Proficiency using a personal computer including experience using web based resources.

Medical Technologist - Microbiology - 12-0319

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Laboratory Director with accountability to the Laboratory Manager and the team, the Medical Technologist performs laboratory procedures to provide physicians and pathologists with information to assist in the diagnosis and/or treatment of medical disorders; performs related clerical and service duties.

Job Requirements:

1. Current MT(ASCP), MLT(ASCP), or the equivalent.

2. Knowledge of the principles and procedures of routine and special laboratory tests and the equipment used.
Reporting to the Clinical Director of Cardiac Surveillance Unit and under the general supervision of the team facilitator and CSU leadership team, the Telemetry Technician assists the professional staff by monitoring, reporting, and documenting patient’s cardiac rate and rhythm. Properly identifies patients receiving telemetry monitoring and provides patient instruction and safe patient interactions.

Job Requirements:

1. The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of four years of high school. Participation in the studies of the field of Applied Science Cardiology or completion of paramedic program preferred.

2. C.P.R. Basic Rescue Certification. Completion of basic ECG interpretation course, with strong arrhythmia recognition skills required.

3. Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology.

Network Administrator - Information Technology - 10-0180

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of Technology and Operations, provides primary day to day support, administration and deployment for network and security infrastructure components such as switches, routers, firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, remote access gateways, anti-spam filters, content filters and other network-related tools and technologies; provides these services with an enterprise-wide perspective of the networking and security needs of the organization.

Job Requirements:

1. Level of knowledge equivalent to attainment of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Communication Engineering or a related field.

2. Minimum of four years progressively responsible experience in an Information Security role supporting a campus wide network environment with security infrastructure utilizing various tools and technologies.

3. Strong working knowledge of switches (Cisco Catalyst), firewalls (Cisco ASA), content filtering (McAfee Webwasher), antispam (Proofpoint), log/event management (Symantec SIEM), anti-virus/anti-malware (Symantec SEP), IPSEC and SSL VPN technologies (Cisco ASA), load balancers (BigIP F5) and other network security management and monitoring software.

4.       Administrator-level knowledge of operating systems such as RedHat Linux and Microsoft Windows preferred.

5.       Understanding of technologies supporting DHCP and DNS services and Network Sniffing technologies a plus.

6.       Must be available for technical assistance during off-hours.

Occupational Therapist - Home Health Therapy - 10-0399

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Home Care Rehabilitation Supervisor, performs evaluation, treatment planning, goal setting and administration of Occupational Therapy treatment programs under the guidance of a qualified physician, in a variety of rotating patient care areas.

Job Requirements:

1. B.S. or Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy.

2. Current Illinois licensure, or eligibility.

3. National Registration by American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.

4. C.P.R. certification.

Occupational Therapist - O/P PMR - 11-0393

Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with accountability to the Team Facilitator and Team, performs evaluation, treatment planning, goal setting and administration of Occupational Therapy treatment programs under the guidance of a qualified physician, in a variety of rotating patient care areas.

Job Requirements:

1. B.S. or Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy.

2. Current Illinois licensure, or eligibility.

3. National Registration by American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.

4. C.P.R. certification.

Occupational Therapist - OP/PMR Rolling Meadows - 12-0182

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This position will work Monday, Wednesday and Friday at our Rolling Meadows location and Tuesday, Thursday at 1590 Arlington Heights Rd location.

Lymphedema experience preferred

Reporting to the Director of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with accountability to the Team Facilitator and Team, performs evaluation, treatment planning, goal setting and administration of Occupational Therapy treatment programs under the guidance of a qualified physician, in a variety of rotating patient care areas.

Job Requirements:

1. B.S. or Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy.

2. Lymphedema experience preferred

3. Current Illinois licensure, or eligibility.

4. National Registration by American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.

5. C.P.R. certification.

Q I Resource Specialist - QMI - 12-0266

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of QMI, with accountability to the QI Team and selected strategic performance improvement teams, acts as a quality professional to objectively and systematically assess, monitor, evaluate and improve the processes that affect the quality of patient care by supporting and coordinating selected Medical Staff and strategic quality improvement activities based on key strategic initiatives.

Job Requirements:

1. Clinical background in healthcare, the equivalent of at least 4 years of college education i.e., RN, an experienced RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) or RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) degree.

2. Minimum of 2 years experience in health care quality management.

3. Basic knowledge and understanding of QI processes, tools and problem solving methodology, i.e. FOCUS-PDCA.

4. CPHQ certification is preferred.

Radiation Therapist/Resource - Radiation Therapy - 12-0298

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

THIS IS A RESOURCE POSITION WORKING HOURLY ON CALL - NO BENEFITS.

Reporting to the Director of Radiation Oncology and Cancer Services with accountability to the Radiation Therapy Facilitator, performs all functions within the role of a Radiation Therapist including CT Simulations.

Job Requirements:

1. Graduate of an approved AMA Radiation Therapy program.

2. Registered or eligible for registry by the ARRT in Radiation Therapy Technology.

3. Licensed by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency.

4. Current CPR certification

Social Worker Case Manager - Clinical Resource Mgt - 11-0333

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Director of Clinical Resource Management, works with all healthcare team members to promote the effective utilization of services and assists with the coordination of care for neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Contributes to the team’s effectiveness by reviewing plans of care, identifying barriers to effective utilization of resources, and appraising patient’s psychosocial, financial, and clinical needs. Functions as a liaison between patients, the hospital, and the community and ensures that patient’s continuity of care needs are met. Identifies community resources, coordinates financial and clinical aspects of health care benefit plans, and counsels patients on health care and benefit options. Maintains accountability for process improvements that reflect increased quality and decreased cost of care.

Job Requirements:

1.       Master’s Degree from an accredited school of Social Work.

2.       Current LSW license in Illinois required. LCSW License preferred.

3.       Minimum of two years recent clinical experience in a healthcare related social work field.   Inpatient hospital experience preferred.

Cook - Nutrition & Food Services - 12-0162

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Nutrition & Food Services Operations Manager, prepares all patient and cafeteria meals; adheres to safety and sanitation regulations.

Job Requirements:

1. One year of experience in batch cooking.

2. Sanitation certification is preferred.

Environmental Aide - Environmental Services - 12-0176

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Environmental Services Supervisor, performs patient room and ancillary area daily cleaning per departmental and corporate standards. This includes all isolation/terminal rooms (including negative pressure/airborne), cleaning of any equipment used in patient room, except rental. This is to be done daily in all patient and ancillary areas to ensure customer service quality standards are being achieved and maintained by the Environmental Services Department.

Job Requirements:

1. Prefer high school graduate or equivalent.

2. Previous hospital experience preferred.

3. Knowledge of and experience with the correct use of body mechanics.

Phlebotomist - Laboratory - 12-0317

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Laboratory Director with accountability to the Laboratory Manager and the team, performs venipunctures, heelsticks, and fingersticks and other specimen collections according to appropriate departmental policies and procedures.

Job Requirements:

1. The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of four years of high school or the equivalent.

2. Basic knowledge of computer systems.

3. Certification in approved school of phlebotomy is highly desirable.

4. Must have experience working with all age groups of patients and performing various age related testing procedures.

Phlebotomist - Laboratory - 12-0318

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Processing Technician - Sterile Processing - 12-0209

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Executive Director of Surgical Services with accountability to the Sterile Processing Manager is responsible for providing decontaminated, clean, and complete sterile equipment and supplies to user areas. Initiates equipment tracking controls necessary to appropriately charges departments for supplies and equipment.

Job Requirements:

1. The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of four years of high school or the equivalent; some science and/or medical terminology coursework preferred.

2. Completion of a certification program through a credited University or association in sterile processing methods and standards preferred.

3. Demonstrated understanding of specialty area surgical instrument names, types of use and care requirements.

4. Knowledge of instrument use in specialty area normally acquired through Facilitator observation of 6 -12 cases.

5. Knowledge of and/or experience in the correct use of body mechanics.

6. The flow of work and character of duties involves normal mental and visual attention along with manual coordination.

Massage Therapist - Reflections Spa - 12-0812

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Reflections Spa of the Wellness Center is seeking a high energy individual to provide professional massage therapy services. The major job functions include; welcoming/greeting clients provide body repair services to member based on their individual needs. Stays current with trends in massage therapy and spa culture. Additional specialties services are a plus. Represents Wellness Center Services in a professional, courteous and enthusiastic manner.

Job Requirements:

1. High school diploma required.

2. Three (3) years massage therapy experience preferred.

3. State of Illinois Massage Therapy License required.

4. Effectively communicate with clients.

5. CPR/AED Certification

Nail Technician - Wellness Center - 12-0800

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Reflections Spa Coordinator, provides members/clients with nail treatments, polish and massage to the hands and feet.

Job Requirements:

1. High school graduate.

2. Two years experience as a licensed nail technician.

3. License from Professional Regulatory Services.

4. CPR certification required

Pilates Reformer - Wellness Center - 12-0809

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Reporting to the Special Programs Coordinator, is responsible for facilitating each member’s connection with The Wellness Center. Assists members with their use of the fitness, health and wellness programming options to increase levels of member satisfaction, referrals and retention. Provides program design and training progression options to members who are primarily apparently healthy and who are high risk. Informs new and current members on the benefits of regular exercise and orients new members on the proper use of the facilities and equipment to ensure safe and effective workouts. Solicits prospective clients both inside and outside of the club to develop and individual client base and assists in the growth and success of the special programs department. Level III will serve as a Mentor and/or Educator to Level 1 and Level 2 Pilates reformer staff.

Job Requirements:

1. The level of knowledge normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or equivalent work experience.

2. Level 1 - Pilates Reformer Level 1 & 2
Level II - Pilates Reformer Level 1 & 2, Pilates Mat Level 1 & 2 Certification
Level III - Pilates Reformer Level 1 & 2, Pilates Mat Level 1 & 2 Certification and additional training in special populations and Pilates educational instruction by one of the following approved agencies: Pilates Institute of America (PIA); Physical Mind, Stott, Balance Body

3. CPR/AED and First Aid Certification.

4. Completion of continuing education hours per year required to maintain Pilates Certifications.

Pilates Reformer - Wellness Center - 12-0810

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Zumba Instructor - Group Exercise - 12-0813

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Wellness Center is seeking a high energy individual to provide professional group fitness instruction to members based on the format of Zumba. The major job functions include; welcoming/greeting members, lead Zumba classes to improve cardiovascular endurance, improve muscle tone and improve activities of daily living. Instructors will assist with class formats, music selection and will instruct members in proper form and technique and will offer modifications to meet all the needs of the members. Stays current with trends in Zumba and ensures that the studio is clear of equipment before and after class. Represents Wellness Center Services in a professional, courteous and enthusiastic manner.

Job Requirments:

1. High school diploma required.

2. Group Exercise Certification through a nationally accredited association such as ACE or AFFA (within one year of hire), Zumba Certification.

3. Three (3) years experience teaching Zumba classes preferred.

4. The communication skills necessary to communicate class formats and routines to participants.

5. CPR/AED Certification.