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Chicago, Illinois, United States
Onsite
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
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Job Description
The Clinical Services Coordinator is a key member of the Allergy and Immunology division. The position assists Division leadership and Nurse Coordinators in coordinating the activities of the teams that care for the patients within the division and provides specific administrative clinical support for the Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) program, the Food Challenge Program, and the Immunology program. The Clinical Services Coordinator manages highly manual, safety-sensitive scheduling and coordination required for these clinically complex services. By providing dedicated support for complex scheduling workflows, the coordinator works with providers and leadership across the institution to improve clinic coordination, optimize patient access, and build the infrastructure necessary to support continued divisional growth.
Job Duties:
1. Works with providers, division administrator and hospital personnel to develop an organized scheduling process for the patients of a particular subspecialty and across interdisciplinary teams.
2. Acts as the primary resource for problem solving for providers and Division Administrator for the Division. Identifies goals and objectives for performance improvement projects in order to provide the best patient care, optimum customer service and improve physician satisfaction.
3. Serves as point of contact for referring physician practices and works with them to resolve issues related to new patient referrals/scheduling.
4. Maintains knowledge of benefit eligibility, provisions and precertification needs as required by payers. Works with appropriate individuals to ensure that all necessary approvals and clearances are received for coordinated care.
5. Works with administrative staff and Division leadership in the development, coordination and promotion of Department events and meetings.
6. In conjunction with Division Leadership, monitors overall progress of the department and supports appropriate action to address questions or concerns. This can include regulatory requirements, quality improvement projects, and volumes for the department.
7. Maintains a clinical database on subspecialty patients and assures proper information is being collected and stored.
8. Works with Division leadership to conduct routine needs assessments for the Division. Builds and maintains relationships with development partners. Reviews funding proposals and stewardship reports for donors, the Foundation, or external funding sources.
9. Completes agendas, minutes, correspondence, and distributes materials to appropriate individuals.
10. Maintains division-specific content for Divisional website (Lurie and NU) and works with appropriate departments to update content routinely. Collaborates with Marketing to create and distribute marketing/promotional materials.
11. When applicable, assists with all aspects of the Advanced Fellowship, including recruitment, in coordination with the Education Coordinator. This would include supporting the educational programs in onboarding, maintaining and exiting all students/trainees related to the respective division.
12. Provides editorial assistance for abstract, poster, manuscript and presentation preparation.
13. If applicable, assists faculty and research staff members to operationalize research studies within the Clinical Division. Acts as a central resource for research staff in regards to the division.
14. Other job functions as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1.High School Diploma Required. Bachelor’s Degree Preferred; minimum four years of related administrative experience required. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of either area.
2. Excellent leadership, organizational and analytical skills, ability to work with teams, strong written/verbal communication.
3. Strong planning and coordination skills.
4. Ability to work independently and exercise good and professional judgment.
5. Knowledge of medical terminology and medical education programs, preferred.
6. Experience in an Academic Medical Center, preferred
7. Extensive knowledge and experience working with Microsoft applications
Education
Pay Range
$24.00-$39.24 HourlyAt Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.
Benefit Statement
For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits:
There’s a Place for You with Us
At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.
Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For questions about how to request an accommodation please contact: employeehealth@luriechildrens.org
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