Clinical Care Coordinator - Emergency Medicine - Ascension Saint Francis Hospital at Vituity in Evanston, Illinois

Job Description:

Evanston, IL - Seeking Emergency Medicine Clinical Care Coordinator

Everybody Has A Role to Play in Transforming Healthcare

As a Clinical Care Coordinator, you play a vital role in our mission to improve lives. Through efficient coordination of patient care and check-in/check-out flow, administering and coordinating referrals and service authorization process, rooming duties and other clinic front desk activities you ensure our patients get the care they need. At Vituity we know the impact you can have.

Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we've cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call "culture of brilliance." Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.

Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 475 sites across the country, serving 9 million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.

The Opportunity

• Perform clinical tasks and procedures to support the delivery of care.
• Responsible for assisting patients to obtain services in a timely manner.
• Facilitate patient flow in the department.
• Assist with calling patient families, clinics and other hospital facilities.
• Stock supplies in the department (not medicine).
• Put together urine collection kits.
• Walk service dogs.
• Respond to nurse call lights and inform appropriate staff of patient's needs.
• Organize nutritional supplies, linen carts, equipment and utility rooms.
• Communicate with RN of inpatient bed assignments, patients ready for DC, and when patient is ready for re-evaluation.
• Notify RN of inpatient bed assignment and assist with getting patient ready for transport.
• Transport specimens to lab if needed.
• Call lab/radiology to inquire about lab results.
• Notify RN of inpatient bed assignment and assist with getting patient ready for transport.

Required Experience and Competencies

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Pre-med or nursing related courses preferred- upper division Anatomy or Physiology is a plus.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Strong writing skills: legibility and spelling proficiency is required.
• Solid computer skills; experience with EMR is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge pf facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures, HIPAA regulations, and Privacy Policies.

The Practice

Ascension Saint Francis Hospital - Evanston, Illinois

• Ascension Resurrection hosts an EM Residency Program and Ascension St. Francis offers teaching-hospital opportunities.
• This 244-bed hospital is a Level I Trauma Center that has over 38,000 Emergency Department visits each year.
• Ascension Saint Francis has been nationally recognized for expertise in Emergency Services - Primary Stroke Center, Magnet recognition, Leapfrog Grade A and an Accredited Cycle IV Chest Pain Center.

The Community

• Located in the greater Chicago region, with only a 12-mile drive from downtown Chicago.
• A hub of arts and culture, Evanston houses sites for art exhibitions, museums, public art galleries and even has its own Arts Council.
• Enjoy the beautiful weather and history of Evanston with relaxing bike rides, visiting the local Farmers Market, or touring the Evanston History Center.

Benefits & Beyond*

Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.

• Superior health plan options
• Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Life and AD&D coverage, and more
• Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6%
• Outstanding Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks' vacation, Paid holidays, Sabbatical
• Student Loan Refinancing Discounts
• Professional and Career Development Program
• EAP, travel assistance, and identify theft included
• Wellness program
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Vituity community initiatives including LGBTQ+ History, Dia de los Muertos Celebration, Money Management/Money Relationship, and more
• Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees

We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.

Vituity appreciates differences; our dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our organization. Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

*Benefits for part-time and per diem vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more information.

Applicants only. No agencies please.