This careers page is a comprehensive list of job openings at Memorial Hospital and Hancock County Senior and Childcare Services.
Why Join Our Team?
Memorial Hospital and Hancock County Senior and Childcare Services employees are a vital part of delivering quality care and healthcare to patients, residents, and families in our area. We believe that each staff member has a role in fulfilling our mission. We are looking for employees who appreciate our commitment to our patients and the community. If this is you, we encourage you to apply!
Memorial Hospital and Hancock County Senior and Childcare Services have scholarships and internships available. Call HR at 217-357-8574 for more details.
Check the list of available job opportunities on this page. Then click here to APPLY ONLINE or click here to view and print out an application and send it to us via fax or US mail.
Benefits Available
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction. Memorial Hospital/Hancock County Senior Services believes in rewarding our hard-working employees. We provide a family-like atmosphere in which to work.
Benefit Eligibility
Employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week would become eligible for the following employment benefits currently offered to part-time and full-time employees under the terms of the individual plans, which may include a waiting period and certain eligibility criteria.
Memorial Hospital and Clinics
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- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Earned Time
- Retirement Plan
- 403B available with corporate matching
- Flexible Benefit Plan Available
- Bright Start 529 College Saving Plan
- Federal and State Tuition Repayment Opportunities
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Hancock County Senior Services & Child Care
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- Group Term Life Insurance & AD&D.
- Health Insurance
- Earned Time
- Retirement Plan
- 401K available with corporate matching
- Bright Start 529 College Saving Plan
- Federal and State Tuition Repayment Opportunities
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Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities are updated regularly, but availability is subject to change without notice. Some positions may have requirements, experience, or qualifications that are not listed below. If you have any questions concerning employment opportunities at Memorial Hospital or Hancock County Senior and Childcare Services, please contact our Director of Talent Acquisition and Development at [email protected].
You may also contact our Human Resources Department for further information or to acquire an application. Please complete the application and return it in person or mail it to:
Human Resources
Memorial Hospital
1454 North County Road 2050
P.O. Box 160
Carthage, IL 62321
217-357-8500
Email Human Resources
If you don’t find a position you’re interested in but still want to apply to the organization, please click on the link below to submit your application using our generic application form.
Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 1 day ago
Job Summary
The Pre-Service Specialist monitors compliance with Federal and State regulations in the process of pre-certifying all procedures and services. This specialist will communicate internally with leadership when encountering any pre-certification and/or billing issues. Additionally, this specialist will communicate externally with the patient to provide clear expectations of financial responsibility.
Primary Job Responsibilities
- Verifies all insurance on scheduled services and provides an estimate of the self pay portion to the patient.
- Obtains pre-authorizations/pre-certification per payer requirements for scheduled and non-scheduled hospital and clinic services prior to services rendered and ensures authorization number is documented in the appropriate field in the system.
- Ensures the clinical documentation is provided to the insurance when appropriate for all IP and OP services.
- Monitors the approval of all observation, inpatient, and swing bed patients for adequate approval of covered days. Call the insurance company when appropriate to request additional days.
- Inputs information for inpatient stays into the Medicaid IP Health Solution system for pre-certification approval.
- Completes referral documentation and forms for patients being referred from Memorial Medical Clinics to a specialist.
- Completed all United Healthcare referrals in the appropriate system.
- Monitors the daily operations of Financial Counseling for scheduled services.
- Reports all Financial Counseling, pre-authorization, pre-certification, and/or registration issues to the Director of Revenue Cycle.
- Maintains effective communications with physicians, physicians’ offices, ancillary departments, other departments, and co-workers as is appropriate.
- Helps to maintain a professional atmosphere for patients and clinical staff.
- Demonstrates the ability to properly prioritize activities within the department as needed.
- Assists the nursing staff by performing clerical duties for scheduled patients as needed.
- Demonstrates good leadership qualities by maintaining a proper perspective on the ability to fulfill every department’s needs at the same time.
- Works at establishing and maintaining a good rapport and professional working relationship with all departments within Memorial Hospital and all physicians’ clinics.
- Demonstrates the ability to communicate with the public in a courteous and informative manner; maintains strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Monitors activity related to Patient Financial Assistance, Precertification, and Pre collection.
- Remains current with reimbursement requirements and insurance requirements for Pre-Authorization.
- Obtains current basic knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codes.
- Proficient in the understanding of Co-pays, deductibles, co-insurances, and other insurance verbiage.
- Routine contact with insurance companies, state agencies, collections agencies etc.
- Communicates effectively with a wide range of age groups from the very young to the elderly and multiple socio-economic backgrounds.
- Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Extensive knowledge of CPT codes and ICD-10 codes.
- Proficiency with all Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Basic accounting principles.
- Extensive knowledge of computer related skills.
- Mathematical skills and typing (30+ wpm) skills.
- Clear, legible handwriting skills.
- Proficiency in the use of an electronic 10-key calculator, fax machine, copy machine and accurately perform filing functions.
- CPAT, RMA, CHAA certification or experience equivalent
- 6 months or more of previous experience in a hospital Patient Financial Services Department
- Experience with managed care contract terms
- Medical terminology knowledge
- 2-3 years of customer service experience
- Must be able to work well with people of all ages and nationalities.
- Good human relations, written and oral communication skills.
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills are necessary.
- Ability to distinguish difference between numbers and/or names that are similar, good filing skills.
- Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks with many interruptions.
- Requires manual dexterity for the operation of a keyboard and mouse.
- Hearing must be within range of normal human conversation.
- Specific vision abilities by this job include the ability to adjust focus.
- Subject to many interruptions, variable, and unpredictable and/or stressful situations.
- Clear, legible handwriting skills.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 50 pounds in weight.
- Capable of moving files and performing filing functions, i.e., reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling.
- Frequent prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
- Ability to verbally communicate with customers and co-workers.
- Ability to walk, bend, and stand as needed.
- Potential exposure to infectious and contagious diseases, blood and/or bodily fluids.
- Subject to rotating weekend/holiday schedules.
- Occasionally subject to irregular hours.
Job Features
Job Summary The Pre-Service Specialist monitors compliance with Federal and State regulations in the process of pre-certifying all procedures and services. This specialist will communicate internall...
Full-Time
Hamilton, Illinois
Posted 5 days ago
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms, psychological and spiritual needs.
- Will take and record vital signs. A brief description of the patient's complaint/condition and record this information on the patient’s chart.
- Will assist, when directed in performing phlebotomy tests, EKGs, urinalysis, injections and administer and monitor IV solutions/medications.
- Accompanies provider in room during patient visits
- Documents in EMR to include: HPI, review of systems, physical exam findings, diagnostic assessment, and plan of care
- Documents results of laboratory and radiographic studies as discussed by provider
- Enters orders for procedures or labs as directed by provider
- Enters billing information as determined by type of office visit
- Makes comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcome.
- Participates in patient and significant other health education.
- Documents interventions appropriate to patient needs as directed by providers.
- Utilizes infection control measures appropriately.
- Delegates work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of required patient care and make adjustments based on patient volume and provider needs.
- Assumes accountability for continual education enhancement.
- Participates in orientation of new staff/students in the clinic.
- Maintains competency for operation of all clinic equipment.
- Participates in annual hospital and clinic proficiencies when applicable.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
- Maintains a neat, organized and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assists in monthly duties as assigned.
- Coordinates the medical plan of care for their patients.
- Currently licensed in the State of Illinois.
- Maintains Basic Life Support Certification.
- Interest in podiatry specialty area
Open: Until filled
First Round of Applications Will Be Reviewed: December 8th
Wage Range: (Actual wages based on relevant experience)
MA: $17.45-$20.25/hour
CMA: $17.60-$20.50/hour
LPN: $20.85-$24.25/hour
Status: Approx 40 hours/week
Benefits: Visit https://www.mhtlc.org/careers for an overview of our benefits package.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm
Job Features
Primary Job Responsibilities: Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms, psychological and spiritual needs. Will take and record vital signs....
Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 1 month ago
Primary Job Responsibilities
- At each visit will verify the patient’s date of birth, phone number, address, insurance, and any other necessary information.
- Records necessary demographic data changes in the electronic medical record.
- Maintains appointment schedule with distribution to nursing staff and providers as requested.
- Collects co-pays and patient balances at the time of service.
- Answers the telephone by the third ring.
- Takes precise messages by getting the patient’s full name and spelling, date of birth, complete description of phone call.
- Responsible for incoming and outgoing mail.
- Responsible for follow up and processing mail returns from Post Office.
- Responsible for checking fax machine periodically and ensuring that faxes are distributed accurately.
- Responsible for balancing the cash drawer, daily packet, deposit at the end of the day.
- Provides daily productivity to providers and management as needed.
- Provides equality among all patients in the practice without regard for ability to pay for services.
- Adequately handles all questions and is courteous to the satisfaction of all parties involved.
- Responsible for locking all of the doors and windows to the office.
- Responsible for turning off lights and equipment.
- Identifies, logs, and resolves patient complaints with regular reports to the Executive Director of Clinic Operations.
- Will embody FOCUS values through interactions with patients/residents and coworkers.
- Potentially driving the mobile unit if needed.
- Performs and accepts other duties as required.
- High School Diploma or GED (No experience required; on-the-job training will be provided)
- Valid IL Driver's License
- Must pass IL Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check
- Ability to work a flexible schedule as it relates to department demands
- Ability to interact with client population and provide excellent customer service
- Experience or certification in medical reception (medical office assistant)
- Experience or degree in billing and coding
- Experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Frequent: Standing: Remaining on one’s feet
- Frequent: Walking: Moving about on foot
- Periodic: PPE: Must wear N95, face shield/goggles, gloves at all times while screening
Job Features
Primary Job Responsibilities At each visit will verify the patient’s date of birth, phone number, address, insurance, and any other necessary information. Records necessary demographic data changes ...
Temporary
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 1 month ago
Position Overview:
Job Features
Position Overview: As a nursing intern at Memorial Hospital, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our experienced nursing team in various clinical settings, assisting with patient care a...
Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 1 month ago
Job Summary
Responsible for oversight of processing hospital claims of all third party payers and hospital and clinic private pay patients, both inpatient and outpatient; for oversight of correspondence to and from insurance companies regarding submitted claims; for over sight of making appropriate contacts, by telephone or correspondence, with patients or insureds regarding needed information to accurately bill patient’s claim; oversight of preparation of hospital and clinic EFT vouchers from third party payers for posting to patient accounts; must be available to the public, walk-ins and telephone calls, for any inquiries; oversight of the monitoring and management of hospital and clinic accounts to minimize credit balances, bankruptcies, and self-pay referrals to the extended business office.
Application Screening Process Begins: October 31st
Status: 40 hours/week
Location: Memorial Hospital (Carthage - Main Campus)
Wage Range: $22.50/hour-$24.50/hour
(actual wage dependent on relevant experience)
Required Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Previous commercial insurance billing experience.
- Previous experience with medical terminology.
- Must be able to work well with people of all ages and nationalities.
- Good human relations, written and oral communication skills.
- Mathematical, typing (30 wpm or better preferred) and/or computer entry skills.
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to distinguish difference between numbers and/or names that are similar.
- Ability to handle emergency or crisis situations and adjust to changing conditions/situations.
- Occasionally subject to irregular hours.
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related subject.
- Certified Revenue Cycle Professional (CRCP) or Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist (CRCS) or equivalent.
- Maintain policies and revise as needed to accommodate current process and procedures.
- Prepare budgets and department plans annually for the hospital Pt Accounts department.
- Oversight and implementation of new processes in Pt Accounts as needed.
- Schedule and conduct quarterly communication meetings with Pt Accounts staff.that report to this director.
- Prepare and present evaluations to the staff in Pt Accounts that report to this director.
- Maintain the schedule to cover all shift requirements for the hospital Pt Accounts staff.
- Oversight of processing all hospital third-party payer claims.
- Oversight of monitoring hospital claim processing for appropriateness and reviews accounts for compliance with Federal and State billing requirements to payers.
- Oversight of the Epic hospital work queues claim edits so that accounts are billed within 4 business days.
- Oversight of the Epic hospital work queues for timely follow up on accounts for all payers and private pay.
- Ensure that staff perform the necessary maintenance of hospital patient accounts, i.e., correspondence, follow-ups, logs, inquires, payment arrangements, and correspondence to ensure accurate and timely communication with the extended business office.
- Ensure the maintenance of a system to capture missed and/or late hospital charges prior to submission of claims.
- Oversight of posting of payments via all payment methods from patients and third-party payers.
- Ensure the preparation of EFT vouchers for posting to appropriate accounts.
- Manage the balancing of receipts posted to the deposit slip to be sure all receipts tie out to close the day for posting.
- Maintain the Bad Debt Collection files for hospital and clinic and work closely with the collection agency.
- Maintain a good working relationship with all third-party vendors for collections and claim processing.
- Maintain the hospital and clinic patients account for bankruptcy claims and take appropriate measures to remain within required Federal guidelines.
- Reconcile credit balances on hospital patient accounts according to the guidelines within the Financial and Collection Policy.
- Work with other departments to ensure best practices and processes for the entire Revenue Cycle.
- Work closely with healthcare providers in the education of billing and coding principles.
- Maintain knowledge of Federal and State billing requirements.
- Will embody FOCUS values through interactions with patients/residents and coworkers.
- Perform other duties as assigned and requested.
Job Features
Job Summary Responsible for oversight of processing hospital claims of all third party payers and hospital and clinic private pay patients, both inpatient and outpatient; for oversight of corresponden...
Full-Time, Part-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 2 months ago
Location:
Mobile Unit (when school is in session)/Memorial Medical Building - Carthage (when not in mobile unit)
Status: Full time OR Part time
Schedule During School Year: During school hours
Schedule During Summer: Flexible
Patient Population:
Mobile Unit - School age
MMB - Lifespan preferred, but negotiable
Wage Range:
Master's Level Trained LSW: $60,000/year-$70,000/year
LCSW or LCPC: $70,000/year - $90,000/year
Required Qualifications
- Proven work experience as a Behavior Health Provider
- Valid IL Driver’s License
- Working knowledge of social theories and practices
- Social perceptiveness and empathy
- Ability to build and maintain professional helping relationships
- Ability to relate and communicate with diverse population and groups
- Resilience along with ability to assess situations
- Ability to practice in State of IL with Licensed Social Worker (LSW) credentials or as a licensed mental health practitioner.
- Initial mental health evaluations resulting in individualized treatment plans
- Plan, coordinate, manage and implement support packages to help clients deal with difficulties and overcome dependencies
- Interview service users and assess their current condition, needs, strengths and weaknesses
- Assessing clients using standardized assessment/screening tools, measures, etc.
- Address each case as a unit and set tailored measurable goals
- Monitor and evaluate clients’ progress and modify treatment plans accordingly
- Individual psychotherapy with children, adults and families
- Offer information and counseling on the best course of action during sessions
- Provide group psychoeducation/treatment related to chronic medical conditions
- Maintain accurate records and report on clients’ status
- Attend case conferences and provide family/client support in school (IEP/504 meetings)
- Act as a keyworker and cooperate with multidisciplinary teams
- Provide information and referral services.
- Refer clients to community services to help them in recovery
- Crisis assessments/triage with appropriate interventions
- Provision of other services related to wellness
- Documentation of services provided in accordance with requirements
- Other related activities designed to provide integrated health care services
- Documentation and scheduling in electronic health record
- May be required to drive mobile unit
- Other duties as assigned
Job Features
Location: Mobile Unit (when school is in session)/Memorial Medical Building – Carthage (when not in mobile unit) Status: Full time OR Part time Schedule During School Year: During school hours S...
PRN
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 2 months ago
Job Summary:
Healthcare security officers are expected to respond to alarms, emergency requests, and use verbal de-escalation skills to resolve safety incidents. They are also expected to maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling private information, along with presenting strong customer service. At times, healthcare security guards will be required to effectively manage agitated or aggressive patients or visitors.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Assists in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients, families, and significant others.
- Monitors psychosocial condition of patients. Reports and documents change to appropriate personnel.
- Communicates and treats patients according to their individual age, education level, and ability to understand instructions and descriptions of their treatment.
- Utilizes effective communication strategies.
- Utilizes the proper chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.
- Performs daily security rounds.
- Must obtain de-escalation training (provided by Memorial Hospital) within 30 days of hire.
- Responds to all violence related pages.
- Works closely with local law enforcement when needed.
- Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
- Uses and maintains equipment properly.
- Assists visitors with directions whenever requested.
- Always introduces self to patients, families, and visitors.
- Reports safety hazards as appropriate.
- Maintains set quality standards when performing job duties..
- Ability to do work on his/her own with no supervision.
- Always observe safety precautions.
- Cooperate with other personnel to achieve departmental objectives, maintain good employee relations and interdepartmental objectives.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Minor maintenance work, (painting, sanding, work orders, furniture assembly, preventive maintenance check lists.) Minor housekeeping work/ cleaning.
- Ensures the hospital’s Service Excellence initiatives are carried out within the department.
- Responding efficiently and effectively to fire drills, external and internal disasters and/or drills, trauma alerts, emergency response codes, etc.
- Managing verbally or physically aggressive situations without injury to patients and staff, using verbal interventions/de-escalation skills, remaining calm, exercising judgment, and avoiding unnecessary physical force and abusive language.
- Assisting clinical staff in the application of clinical restraints, including physical holds when necessary.
- Maintains set quality standards when performing job duties.
- Observes safety precautions at all times.
- Ability to read and understand equipment operation manual.
- Maintains documentation on continuing education and training of staff as procedures for new equipment and process changes occur.
- Ensures the hospital’s Service Excellence initiatives are carried out within the department.
- High School Graduate or equivalent.
- Ability to motivate, educate, and supervise personnel.
- Demonstrates the willingness to cooperate with other departments.
- Security, or law enforcement experience preferred
Job Features
Job Summary: Healthcare security officers are expected to respond to alarms, emergency requests, and use verbal de-escalation skills to resolve safety incidents. They are also expected to maintain con...
PRN
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 2 months ago
Position Summary
The Laboratory Phlebotomist is responsible for drawing blood from patients for various medical tests. The primary responsibilities include collecting blood samples, labelling them correctly, and ensuring the samples are properly handled and transported to the laboratory.
Primary Responsibilities
- Follow laboratory procedures, hospital policies, Joint Commission and College of American Pathologist standards
- Receiving patients and verifying patient information in a courteous manner.
- Releasing or transcribing provider orders for laboratory tests on appropriate account for day of service.
- Selecting the appropriate collection containers for laboratory tests ordered.
- Obtaining laboratory specimens through proper phlebotomy techniques on all ages of patients (neonates, toddlers, children, adolescents, adults, and seniors) while also requiring excellent communication skills to comfort patients during the procedure.
- Ensuring samples are acceptable, properly labeling specimens and accessioning them into the laboratory for testing.
- Providing “how to” instructions and containers for collection of samples at home by patients.
- Creating Hospital Outpatient Visit (HOV) encounter for specimens sent from outside facilities like clinics, nursing homes, etc. and processing them accordingly.
- Professionally answering patient and provider questions about testing or facilitating getting them to someone who can.
- Aid in ordering and maintaining inventories of necessary supplies ensuring minimizing waste and unnecessary costs.
- Ensuring that all collection materials and other laboratory supplies are used before their expiration date and that expired materials are discarded properly.
- Maintains that the work area is safe, clean and orderly at all times.
- Maintain good communication and mutual respect to ensure good working relationships with coworkers in all departments of the hospital including within the laboratory.
- Maintaining competency within the scope of the job.
- Fulfill roles assigned to deliver patient care.
- As directed, traveling to offsite facilities (i.e.: Hancock County Senior Services or Carthage Terrace) to draw blood.
Open: Until filled
Applications Will Be Reviewed: Beginning immediately
Wage Range: $17.00-$18.00/hour (Actual wage dependent on relevant experience)
Status: PRN (as needed)
Benefits: Visit https://www.mhtlc.org/careers for an overview of our benefits package.
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Job Features
Position Summary The Laboratory Phlebotomist is responsible for drawing blood from patients for various medical tests. The primary responsibilities include collecting blood samples, labelling them...
Full-Time
Hamilton, Illinois
Posted 2 months ago
Wage Range:
MA: $18.00-$21.95/hour
CMA: $18.15-$22.15/hour
LPN: $21.55-$26.30/hour
*Actual wages based on relevant experience*
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms, psychological and spiritual needs.
- Will take and record vital signs. A brief description of the patient's complaint/condition and record this information on the patient’s chart.
- Will assist, when directed in performing phlebotomy tests, EKGs, urinalysis, injections and administer and monitor IV solutions/medications.
- Accompanies provider in room during patient visits
- Documents in EMR to include: HPI, review of systems, physical exam findings, diagnostic assessment, and plan of care
- Documents results of laboratory and radiographic studies as discussed by provider
- Enters orders for procedures or labs as directed by provider
- Enters billing information as determined by type of office visit
- Makes comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcome.
- Participates in patient and significant other health education.
- Documents interventions appropriate to patient needs as directed by providers.
- Utilizes infection control measures appropriately.
- Delegates work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of required patient care and make adjustments based on patient volume and provider needs.
- Assumes accountability for continual education enhancement.
- Participates in orientation of new staff/students in the clinic.
- Maintains competency for operation of all clinic equipment.
- Participates in annual hospital and clinic proficiencies when applicable.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
- Maintains a neat, organized and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assists in monthly duties as assigned.
- Coordinates the medical plan of care for their patients.
- Currently licensed in the State of Illinois.
- Maintains Basic Life Support Certification.
Open: Until filled
First Round of Applications Will Be Reviewed: Starting immediately
Benefits: Visit https://www.mhtlc.org/careers for an overview of our benefits package.
Anticipated Rotating Schedule:
Week 1: Mon-Wed from 7:00am-7:00pm
Week 2: Wed-Fri from 8:00am-5:00pm & Sat 8:00am-12:00pm
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Job Features
Wage Range: MA: $18.00-$21.95/hour CMA: $18.15-$22.15/hour LPN: $21.55-$26.30/hour *Actual wages based on relevant experience* Primary Job Responsibilities: Obtains and records initial assessment an...
PRN
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 3 months ago
Wage Range: $30.00/hour - $33.00/hour
*Actual wages based on relevant experience*
Job Summary:
Performs a variety of testing, therapies, and treatments for use in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiopulmonary-related diseases. Responsible for initiating and maintaining equipment and routine office procedures. Takes “leave word” and maintains certification through N.B.R.C. and licensure through the State of Illinois. Works with patients of all ages, from newborns to geriatrics.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Administers routine cardiopulmonary modalities.
- Administers and maintains high-risk cardiopulmonary modalities, e.g., ventilator management, ABG’s, and CPR.
- Conducts and participates in pulmonary function testing, holter monitor application and analysis, stress tests (including nuclear stress test), event monitor application, Cardiac Rehab and Sleep Lab.
- Administers oxygen and monitors patients through the use of pulse oximetry.
- BIPAPP/CPAP administration and support.
- Performs patient evaluations and directly communicates with the physicians and nurses on direct patient care.
- Appropriate and complete documentation of all procedures/tests administered.
- Maintains accurate department records.
- Participates in equipment decontamination and reprocessing procedures.
- Monitors utilization of department equipment by patients in all areas of the hospital.
- Participates in educational programs as outlined in the Cardiopulmonary Department Education Plan.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Completed program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Respiratory Care
- Licenses CRT or RRT with State of Illinois (or eligible to transfer licensure)
- Active BLS
- Active ACLS
Open: Until filled
First Round of Applications Will Be Reviewed: Starting September 10th
Benefits: Visit https://www.mhtlc.org/careers for an overview of our benefits package.
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Job Features
Wage Range: $30.00/hour – $33.00/hour *Actual wages based on relevant experience* Job Summary: Performs a variety of testing, therapies, and treatments for use in the diagnosis and treatment o...
Full-Time
Bowen, Illinois, Carthage, Illinois, Colchester, Illinois, Hamilton, Illinois, LaHarpe, Illinois, Nauvoo, Illinois
Posted 3 months ago
Wage Range:
MA: $18.00-$21.95/hour
CMA: $18.15-$22.15/hour
LPN: $21.55-$26.30/hour
*Actual wages based on relevant experience*
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms, psychological and spiritual needs.
- Will take and record vital signs. A brief description of the patient's complaint/condition and record this information on the patient’s chart.
- Will assist, when directed in performing phlebotomy tests, EKGs, urinalysis, injections and administer and monitor IV solutions/medications.
- Accompanies provider in room during patient visits
- Documents in EMR to include: HPI, review of systems, physical exam findings, diagnostic assessment, and plan of care
- Documents results of laboratory and radiographic studies as discussed by provider
- Enters orders for procedures or labs as directed by provider
- Enters billing information as determined by type of office visit
- Makes comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcome.
- Participates in patient and significant other health education.
- Documents interventions appropriate to patient needs as directed by providers.
- Utilizes infection control measures appropriately.
- Delegates work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of required patient care and make adjustments based on patient volume and provider needs.
- Assumes accountability for continual education enhancement.
- Participates in orientation of new staff/students in the clinic.
- Maintains competency for operation of all clinic equipment.
- Participates in annual hospital and clinic proficiencies when applicable.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
- Maintains a neat, organized and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assists in monthly duties as assigned.
- Coordinates the medical plan of care for their patients.
- Currently licensed in the State of Illinois.
- Maintains Basic Life Support Certification.
Open: Until filled
First Round of Applications Will Be Reviewed: Starting September 10th
Locations: Float to various clinic locations
Benefits: Visit https://www.mhtlc.org/careers for an overview of our benefits package.
Anticipated Schedule: Varied hours M-F (some Sat)
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Job Features
Wage Range: MA: $18.00-$21.95/hour CMA: $18.15-$22.15/hour LPN: $21.55-$26.30/hour *Actual wages based on relevant experience* Primary Job Responsibilities: Obtains and records initial assessment an...
Part-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 3 months ago
Wage Range: $36.80 - $51.40/hour (Actual wage based on experience)
Position Summary
Utilizing the nursing process, the house supervisor administers, plans, directs, and coordinates nursing service functions and activities for the Nursing Departments (both Inpatient and Emergency). Responsible for the recommendation, development, and implementation of policies and procedures in these areas, and for keeping the Director of Inpatient or CNO informed of progress and potential problems. Maintains and promotes collaboration with other service areas and serves as on-campus leadership in the absence of Administration.
Primary Responsibilities
- Receives report on the condition of each patient. Ensures notification of the physician of major changes.
- Supervises all nursing care given to patients of Memorial Hospital in the absence of leadership.
- Provides elbow support to all nursing departments as needed.
- Help with admissions, discharges and transfers in all nursing departments.
- Review Medication Reconciliation with patients admitted and if open, contact the patient’s pharmacy to obtain a medication list.
- Responds to emergency and/or code situations and delegates appropriate actions. Implements internal/external disaster, fire, tornado, and bomb plans as needed.
- Relieve the nurses working in Inpatient or ED for breaks and meals.
- Assists with discharge planning.
- Provides relief when the nursing team on shift must step away for education requirements.
- Provides relief in Inpatient or ED when there is a call-in and no backup.
- Occasionally be the care provider for OP Nursing Services.
- Help to orient new staff members.
- Help with competency checkoffs and mock codes.
- Delegates unit work assignments appropriately to ensure safe patient care based on acuity.
- Understands the limits of delegation to licensed and unlicensed personnel and consistently works within those boundaries.
- Utilizes the appropriate chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.
- Maintains competency for the operation of all unit equipment.
- Must be able to help provide nursing cares in all nursing departments.
- Carries “8536” phone and addresses or delegates all incoming calls.
- Gets medications from pharmacy and mixes, as needed.
- Completes shift to shift staffing and handles all call-ins.
- Rounds on all inpatients during shift.
- Collaborates by working with others to achieve unit and organizational goals.
- Participates in unit meetings and all required education.
- Acts as a liaison between patient, family, physician, all hospital departments and nursing personnel.
- Functions in a resource/advisory capacity to nursing personnel.
- Serves as an advocate for Nursing/Hospital Administration in promoting and supporting the mission and values of Memorial Hospital.
- Assists department director with performance reviews, coaching of staff and disciplinary action as needed.
- Assisting Inpatient RNs with high acuity tasks or procedures with physicians at bedside as needed.
- Overseeing LPN’s doing their IV pushes, hanging IV piggybacks, assisting with cares of chest tubes/wound vacs/complicated dressings/etc.
- Daily checks on crash cart/emergency equipment; house alarms; temperature checks
- Reports to ED or patient room, for all Code Blues/STEMI and Stroke alerts/Rapid response
- Starts protocols for internal or external disaster as needed.
- Pharmacy Backup:
- Finding and obtaining medications for attending RNs, that are not carried in the Omnicell.
- Mixing IV drips that are not standard mix concentrations.
- Assisting attending RNs to run and monitor IV drips not commonly used at this facility
- Restocking Omnicell if needed
- Calling On-call Pharmacy as needed
- Restocking Crash carts and emergency medicines as needed.
- Changing pharmacies for patients at discharge when pharmacies are closed.
- Troubleshoot computer issues and be able to help the facility transition to paper charting during down time.
- Must maintain proficiency in Inpatient, ED and OP Nursing Services EMR documentation.
- Will embody FOCUS values through interactions with patients/residents and coworkers.
- Other job duties may be added with appropriate training.
- State of Illinois RN License
- BLS, ACLS & PALS
- Emergency Department experience
- Successful experience in a leadership role.
- Experience with high acuity patient care
Job Features
Wage Range: $36.80 – $51.40/hour (Actual wage based on experience) Position Summary Utilizing the nursing process, the house supervisor administers, plans, directs, and coordinates nursing ser...
Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 4 months ago
Wage Range: $80,000-$95,000/year
(Actual wage based on relevant experience)
Job Summary:
This position provides a framework for planning, directing, coordinating, providing, and improving cardiopulmonary services. The director is responsive to community needs that improve patient health outcome. The person in this position will serve as the director and as a therapist working in patient care areas that include patients of all ages (newborn through geriatric).
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Operations
- Directs and delegates, as appropriate, the mechanisms to ensure departmental Service Lines functions in the delivery of quality patient care and diagnostics: personnel, productivity, inventory, and budgets.
- Submits budgetary information as requested
- Collaborates Service Line operations with other Hospital Departments as needed.
- Development
- Researches, assesses, develops, and introduces quality and service improvements in practice, procedures, equipment, processes regarding Respiratory Care, Cardiology, Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab, and Sleep Medicine.
- Interfaces with Medical Directors and physician committees to promote the ongoing development of services and improvements in patient care.
- Identifies marketing opportunities and directly or indirectly promotes services.
- Management
- Ensures the orientation, development, competency, and evaluation of department employees through the department supervisors.
- Is knowledgeable and ensures department and staff compliance with hospital policies, practices and standards.
- Assures Departmental compliance and knowledge of Corporate Compliance, Safety/Environment of Care, and Risk Management requirements
- Is knowledgeable and ensures department and staff compliance in accordance with regulatory agencies.
- Assures all employee performance evaluations are completed in a timely and accurate manner. Maintain an ongoing process to ensure employee compliance with hospital human relations, customer service standards.
- Participates and reports to assigned committees to help with process improvements.
- Objectives
- Formulates, develops and executes, evaluate department objectives with input and assistance from department technologist.
- Performance Improvement
- Correlates application of current hospital PI activities related to departmental Service Lines.
- Involved in committees to develop and promote PI activities. Serves in leadership role on selected committees, as needed/assigned.
- Work rotating weekends and holidays if needed
- Take call if needed
- High School Graduate.
- Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy.
- Certification or registry by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Current Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
- Healthcare BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP required
- 3+ years of supervisory experience
- Experience in a Critical Access Hospital
- Experience with the EPIC EMR platform
- Regularly: Near vision acuity.
- Frequently: Prolonged standing or walking.
- Frequently: Assist with lifting and moving patients (maximum weight>50 pounds)
- Rarely: May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
Job Features
Wage Range: $80,000-$95,000/year (Actual wage based on relevant experience) Job Summary: This position provides a framework for planning, directing, coordinating, providing, and improving cardiopulmon...
Full-Time, Part-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 4 months ago
Wage Range: $31.80/hour - $45.00/hour (Actual wage dependent on relevant experience)
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Triages emergency room patients according to emergent, urgent, or non-urgent.
- Prepares clinic patients for appropriate physician exam and assist physicians with patients
- Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms, and psychosocial needs.
- Implements CPSI order entry for ancillary testing as required and monitor for the return of results.
- Re-assesses the patients systematically to identify progress and trends that require intervention, informing physician of any change in patient condition.
- Interprets all diagnostic tests and treatments and prompt notification of physician of abnormal results.
- Develops and implements a measurable individualized plan of care for the patient within the time frame established by Nursing Standards of Care.
- Makes comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcome; modifies the plan of care based on the evaluations.
- Utilizes chest pain and TIA/Brain attack pathway as evidenced on patient record.
- Utilizes problem sheets for ongoing patient problems.
- Participates in patient/significant other health education and discharge planning.
- Implements and documents timely interventions appropriate to patient needs.
- Completes all treatment in a timely manner.
- Is knowledgeable of all medications given, administers all medication promptly and documents appropriately. Uses the appropriate forms to document evaluation of all treatments and medications.
- Assesses and reassess their patient’ level of pain, providing effective treatment and the necessary education for follow-up care.
- Utilizes patient discharge instructions.
- Delegates unit work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of required patient care support activities.
- Coordinates team assignments and makes adjustments based upon patient and unit needs; follows up on delegated patient care tasks for quality and completeness.
- Utilizes the appropriate chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.
- Acts as a resource nurse for the ER/OP department.
- Performs other duties as signed or requested.
- Current Licensure in Illinois as a Registered Nurse.
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
- Prior critical care experience or an approved course highly preferred.
Job Features
Wage Range: $31.80/hour – $45.00/hour (Actual wage dependent on relevant experience) Primary Job Responsibilities: Triages emergency room patients according to emergent, urgent, or non-urgent....
Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois, Hancock Village-Carthage, Illinois
Posted 4 months ago
Position Summary:
Direct resident care in a manner to safely meet resident needs in compliance with federal, state, local, and corporate requirements. Work as a team member with all staff to create a calm and conducive atmosphere to assure residents receive the care they want. This person must be trustworthy, be able to work independently and at times without direct supervision. This person must be able to make decisions regarding emergency needs of the resident and to be depended upon to contact supervisor for advice and direction. Personal care includes, but is not limited to assistance with meals, dressing, movement, and bathing.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
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- Function as a part of the interdisciplinary team to provide quality care to all residents.
- Foster self-respect and a feeling of worth in each resident by consistent kindness, understanding, and patience in their care.
- Follow AIDET in interactions with residents.
- Respects residents’ rights by knocking on doors before entering, addressing them by name with the appropriate title, and allowing/encouraging them to make their own decisions when appropriate.
- Consistently work cooperatively with residents, staff, volunteers, and families to ensure residents are receiving the best quality care and customer service.
- Provide personal care to enhance resident function and well-being as needed i.e. bathing, toileting, dressing, providing nutritional meals, and housekeeping services.
- Housekeeping –perform all housekeeping procedures in a timely manner:
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- Ensure all rooms are kept clean, odor free and presentable.
- Empty trash in room during every shift
- Use proper care of equipment and waste disposal procedures in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
- Follow safety data sheets (SDS) in observing waste disposal procedures and safe use of all cleaning products.
- Empty trash in common rooms nightly and as needed.
- Vacuum common spaces per facility schedule and as needed.
- Sweep Dining room after meals and as needed.
- Mop Dining Room per facility schedule and as needed to maintain cleanliness.
- Clean Public Restroom per facility schedule and as needed to maintain cleanliness.
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- Preparation of basic meals if appropriate certification and assist with set up of tables, serving and clean up.
- Maintain dietary equipment in a safe, sanitary manner.
- Provide temporary delivery of meals to apartments for sick days.
- Day and evening shifts gather dirty laundry and distribute clean laundry.
- Night shift wash and fold laundry.
- basic information about the causes, progression, and management of Alzheimer's disease and other related dementia disorders;
- techniques for creating an environment that minimizes challenging behavior;
- identifying and alleviating safety risks to residents with Alzheimer's disease;
- techniques for successful communication with individuals with dementia; and
- residents' rights.
- encouraging independence in and providing assistance with the activities of daily living;
- emergency and evacuation procedures specific to the dementia population;
- techniques for creating an environment that minimizes challenging behaviors;
- resident rights and choice for persons with dementia, working with families, caregiver stress;
- techniques for successful communication.
- assessing resident capabilities and developing and implementing service plans;
- promoting resident dignity, independence, individuality, privacy and choice;
- planning and facilitating activities appropriate for the dementia resident;
- communicating with families and other persons interested in the resident;
- resident rights and principles of self-determination;
- care of elderly persons with physical, cognitive, behavioral and social disabilities;
- medical and social needs of the resident;
- common psychotropics and side effects;
- local community resources; and
- other related issues.
- 18 years of age or older
- Pass background checks before and during employment
- Care giving experience
- Food Sanitation Certificate (or obtain within three months of hire)
- CPR certification (or obtain within one month of hire)
- Active (or eligible to renew) CNA license (or pass the class with intention of completing the state competency test within four months)
- A strong desire to serve the elderly and provide excellent customer service.
- Able to follow written and oral directions.
- Ability to work independently.
- Possess the ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with personnel, residents, families, and visitors.
- Frequently: Works in well lighted/ventilated work areas.
- Frequently: Moderate physical effort (lift/carry 25 pounds).
- Occasionally: Prolonged sitting, standing, bending, lifting, moving, climbing.
- Regularly: Pushing carts and wheelchairs to transport residents.
- Regularly: Contact with residents’ families, personnel, and visitors under all conditions and circumstances.
- Occasionally: At times subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents and/or family members.
- Regularly: Subject to frequent interruptions.
- Occasionally: Irregular working hours and in other positions temporarily when necessary.
- Rarely: Subject to falls, burns from equipment.
- Rarely: Subject to infectious diseases.
Open: Until filled
First Round of Applications Will Be Reviewed: Starting Immediately
Wage Range: $17.00 - $18.25 (Actual wage based on relevant experience)
Status: Full Time (approx 36 hours/week)
Schedule: Nights
Benefits: Visit https://www.mhtlc.org/careers for an overview of our benefits package.
Job Features
Position Summary: Direct resident care in a manner to safely meet resident needs in compliance with federal, state, local, and corporate requirements. Work as a team member with all staff to create a ...
