Information Technology Jobs in Glencoe Illinois
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6 Months Contract Will need to use personal equipment Responsibilities: Provide technical support to internal and external customers on company products, services, or processes.
Troubleshoot and resolve customer and employee issues for client products and online platforms.
Create and manage cases received through phone, email, and Salesforce cases.
Complete routine/daily requests.
Manage and complete long-term projects.
Manage multiple cases at one time, providing details and updates until resolved.
Work with customers to quickly get to the root of their problem.
Provide timely and accurate customer feedback.
Walk customers through a series of actions to resolve a problem.
Follow up with customers to ensure the problem is resolved.
Escalate to the correct team (technical, content, product management) for a resolution, then liaison between second level team(s) and the customer.
Provide support in the form of procedural documentation.
Keep team informed as new issues arise or processes are updated.
Support co-workers and promote a positive work environment.
Provide training to new employees on our various products/platforms.
Cross train on other products, systems, and processes.
Participate in product or system testing and review as required.
Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree OR High School diploma or GED and 2 years’ experience in a customer/technical support environment.
Experience working in a support center or equivalent environment.
Required Skills: General troubleshooting.
Computer/browser/network troubleshooting.
Ability to be proactive and prioritize issues.
Detail-oriented and good problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Good written and verbal communication, ability to articulate complex information clearly.
Time-management skills and the ability to establish reasonable and attainable deadlines for resolution.
Ability to follow up and manage open cases until resolved.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Ability to adjust quickly to changing job duties and processes.
Preferred Skills: Degrees in MIS, Information Technology.
Benefits: Hybrid work environment with office locations in CA, TX, NY, MN, FL, IL.
Work Location: Lake Forest, IL
Assignment Duration: 5 months (possibility of extension)
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Looking for a candidate with the following:
The position is responsible for aligning technological solutions with business strategies and working principally with DHS Global Delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provides level 3 field support globally, including remote support and documentation.
* Partner with functional groups across the IT back-office organization to understand, communicate, and clarify business needs.
* Contribute to long-term system planning and ensure technology products and services align with evolving business strategies.
* Subject Matter Expert (SME) for technical content development and review.
* Maintain awareness of customer issues and proactively identify risks and improvement opportunities to enhance the overall customer experience.
* Service Documentation-Redlines and/or develops service/ quality documents with assistance from senior professionals.
* Analyze and support of inventory management solution utilizing EDI messages (X12 and EDIFACT standards)
* Configure and support EDI messages and interfaces across multiple systems, including SAP, BizManager, and Seeburger, etc.
* Collaborate with EDI providers/vendors to set up new EDI accounts and support onboarding activities.
* Guide cross-functional teams in implementing required workflows changes and generating inventory-related reports to support end-to-end ordering workflow.
* Utilize Symphony/SAP or other supply chain ERP systems to review and interpret EDI orders (e.g., 850, 856, and other applicable EDI messages).
* Demonstrate working knowledge of systems used in the supply chain domain, including SAP, BizLink, TraceLink, SGTIN, TIBCO, and warehouse management systems.
* Work cross-functionally to drive and implement system changes required to support order fulfillment and supply chain operations.
* Support application-related issues and manage back-office escalations.
* Assist with the installation, configuration, and ongoing support of web and mobile applications.
* Manage deliverables assigned, which includes due dates, resources and time needed, etc, as a member of a project team.
* Ensure all work adheres to relevant Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures.
Qualification & Experience:
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and business teams.
* Experience installing, configuring, and supporting web and mobile applications, preferably within the diagnostic medical equipment servicing, or related service or laboratory field.
* Hands-on experience supporting EDI messages and integrations of workflows with enterprise systems such as SAP and other back-office platforms.
* Experience working with warehouse or supply chain ERP systems to support product ordering, shipping, and related operations, including the ability to interpret and troubleshoot key EDI transactions (e.g., 850, 856, and similar documents) & Solid knowledge of EDI standards, specifically X12 and EDIFACT.
* Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, with a focus on root-cause analysis and continuous improvement.
* Network fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN)
* Experience with EDI interface design and implementation
* Knowledge of SAP ERP functionality
* Ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Jira, Freshservice)
* Understanding of supply chain processes and system integrations
IDR is hiring for a 6 Month Contract to Hire Technical Product Owner
Join a leading organization in the data technology sector, where innovation and agility drive success. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to influence key data engineering initiatives, collaborating across diverse teams to deliver impactful digital products. If you're passionate about data solutions, thrive in fast-paced environments, and possess a strong technical acumen, this is your chance to make a difference and grow your career.
Position Overview for the Technical Product Owner:
• Act as a pivotal link between Data Engineering teams and business stakeholders to facilitate successful technology delivery across digital products
• Manage and prioritize data engineering product backlog, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
• Author user stories and acceptance criteria, leading refinement sessions and sprint planning
• Lead Agile ceremonies including daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure smooth delivery
• Utilize data and AI tools to analyze issues, optimize workflows, and maintain high quality in product artifacts
Requirements for the Technical Product Owner:
• Proven experience in stakeholder interaction and managing product backlogs in an Agile environment
• Strong documentation skills and the ability to communicate complex technical requirements effectively
• Proficiency with SQL, data engineering processes, and related technologies such as Azure SQL, Data Factory, SSIS, and Azure Data Lake
• Familiarity with Microsoft tech stack and data delivery tools is highly preferred
• Solid understanding of data engineering concepts and successful delivery of technical products
What's in it for you?
• Opportunity to work remotely with flexible hours, supporting a dynamic team that values innovation and autonomy
• Competitive pay rate of $60-68/hr, leading to an annualized salary of approximately $135,000 + 10% STIP
• Be part of a company with a strong focus on data-driven solutions and cutting-edge technology adoption
• Gain hands-on experience with AI-driven processes and advanced data engineering tools
Why IDR?
• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
REMOTE
Requirements:
- Strong Back end services (.NET, Java as well is preferred)
- Proficiency in database technologies (SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle).
- Solid understanding of integration patterns and design principles.
- Experience with integrations with CRMs
- Strong API experience
- AWS proficiency
Present Medline’s clinical programs and solutions through various methods including site visits, workshops, and internal sales training.
Job Description MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Manage a team of clinicians to drive and implement clinical programs across hospital systems.
Oversee investigations, waste assessments, clinical review & observations.
This includes reviewing and analyzing data collected for improved practice and best practice recommendations.
- Interface with Sales, Marketing, Product Divisions, clinical liaisons and other healthcare professionals to understand business needs and direction.
Contribute to the development of new products along with the modification and improvements of existing products by providing customer (end user) insight for process enhancement and improvement opportunities.
Stay up to date with industry trends and current events.
Work with key stakeholders to update and develop clinical programs.
Meet with existing and potential Respiratory customers by traveling (in an automobile or airplane) to identify their clinical needs, goals, and constraints related to patient outcomes and to discuss and demonstrate how company products can help them to achieve their goals.
Present Medline’s clinical programs and solutions through various methods including site visits, workshops, and internal sales training.
Typically oversees professional employees/teams OR typically manages non-professional employees through Supervisors in manufacturing, distribution or office environments Oversee day-to-day operations of a group of employees.
May have limited budgetary responsibility and usually contributes to budgetary impact Interpret and execute policies for departments/projects and develops.
Recommend and implement new policies or modifications to existing policies.
Provide general guidelines and parameters for staff functioning.
Hiring staff, recommending pay increases, performing performance reviews, training and development of staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies.
Work Experience At least 5 years direct patient care nursing experience.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Experience building customer relationships while providing clinical consultative feedback and education on products and services.
Experience presenting to senior management or C-suite with the purpose of influencing company or client decisions.
Experience analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.
Position requires travel up to 75% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).
PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN).
Respiratory Therapist Experience directly managing people including hiring, developing, motivating, and directing people as they work.
Thorough understanding of the Hospital and/or Post-Acute environment, knowledge of all specialties.
Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
The anticipated salary range for this position: $116,000.00
- $174,000.00 Annual The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities.
This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible.
Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.
Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average.
For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here .
For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.
We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career.
We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best.
Explore our Belonging page here .
Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer.
Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Track and assist in the management of distribution implementation projects through Wrike and item master files built with Excel.
Work on a cross functional team supporting various internal divisions while managing projects and aggressive timelines.
Job Description Conduct data analysis and manage assigned distribution implementation projects.
Provide usage and pricing analysis.
Utilize PO history to forecast demand and communicate to customer.
Collaborate with branches to review customer's inventory and make adjustments.
Ensure all facets of the implementation time line come in on time.
Communicate issues with implementations and develop a strategy to progress forward and follow through with the action plan developed.
Gather and analyze trends or unusual performance with implementations.
Determine root cause and communicate to leadership.
Review and convert customer item files to a usable format that will be used by corporate sales, sales, and used as the master file.
Maintain consistent updates of the master file and implementation project tracker.
Communicate effectively with the customer, sales team, and internal departments on open issues, potential obstacles, project progress and overall completion rates.
Conduct conference calls to educate customers on processes, timelines, and required action to achieve project completion.
Act as a resource to sales staff and the customer on all major account implementations.
Assist with live customer presentations during the implementation process, either locally at our corporate office, or at a customer on-site visit.
Manage and support on-site customer command centers the week of go live.
Minimum Job Requirements: Education Bachelor’s degree.
Certification / Licensure None required.
Work Experience At least 2 years of vendor, inventory, or sales analysis experience.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Experience with account implementations including LUM logistical setup and demonstrating understanding of supply chain operations.
Experience analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions.
Experience conducting presentations either by phone or in person, through a webinar format or a live customer meeting on the project/process at hand.
Experience with project management (for example: planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives).
Experience managing and analyzing large data sets (10K lines of excel documents).
Experience with SAP, Excel, and WRIKE.
Preferred Job Requirements: Experience conducting basic training for new and existing staff through preexisting templates and materials developed by the management team.
Comprehensive knowledge in all facets of implementation for all market segments.
Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
The anticipated salary range for this position: $67,000.00
- $101,000.00 Annual The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities.
This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible.
Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.
Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average.
For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here .
For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.
We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career.
We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best.
Explore our Belonging page here .
Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer.
Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
$32.60 - $48.90 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Position Highlights:
* Position: Senior Coding Educator
* Location: Skokie, IL
* Full Time
* Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
A Brief Overview:
The purpose of this job is to educate physicians, other qualified billing providers, and ancillary staff on their documentation for all specialties and review providers progress notes, as needed, to ensure coding/billing compliance in accordance with coding rules, third party payor guidelines, governmental regulations, and MG's Coding Compliance Program. The Senior Analyst will conduct face-to-face summary review sessions to report findings to the Practice Manager, Provider audited, and/or Senior Management of the MG. Through the audit/review process, this person will also conduct a report back to the provider and practice manager any income enhancing opportunities that might be uncovered in the investigation. The Senior Analyst, as a coding and billing expert, will assist all freestanding and provider-based outpatient departments with ICD-10, CPT-4, and HCPCS coding education and billing regulation interpretation. They will also assist in conducting department presentations.
What you will do:
* Analyzes progress notes, op reports, pathology reports, encounter forms, explanation of benefits, patient insurance information, and various other health information documents for pro-fee coding and billing accuracy.
* Assigns appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes to medical record documentation under review by applying physician specialty coding rules, third party payor guidelines, and Medicare Local Medical Review Policies.
* Assists Manager/Director with providing information to the physician or medical specialty based on the Office of Inspector General's (OIG) and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) risk areas. Reads the OIG's Semi-Annual reports and the OIG'S/CMS's Annual Workplan, in addition to notifications published on government websites.
* Performs physician and departmental documentation reviews based on industry standard coding and billing guidelines and payer policies to provide documentation and workflow improvement opportunities.
* Works with MG physicians or clinic personnel, HIRS, to interpret medical record documentation and/or documentation summary as necessary.
* Works with Customer Service and MG Operations to review and resolve escalated patient coding disputes.
* Works collaboratively with Billing, HIRS, overseeing provider/specialty and Denials Management Team to provide educational and/or income enhancing opportunities when issues are identified by those teams.
* Conducts educational sessions with Site Directors, Practice Managers, and providers on frequently seen coding errors in their site and assists with implementing changes to improve coding quality and minimize compliance risk.
* Provides feedback to Manager/ Director that identifies inefficient coding/operational processes.
* Assists with related special projects as assigned by Manager/ Director.
* Initiate and provide coding education to all MG billing providers, focusing on Evaluation and Management (E&M) documentation and billing requirements, as well as any specialty-specific coding guidelines.
* Works on special projects with the Hospital Billing Business Office and/or the Finance Department to perform reimbursement analysis functions as assigned by Manager/ Director.
* Submits ideas to Manager of Coding Quality & Auditing departmental newsletter based on coding/billing issues, coding help-line questions, or results of provider audits. May produce Monthly Newsletter if assigned.
* Participates in Coding and Business Operation Education in-services assigned by Manager
* Researches multi-specialty coding and billing questions received from the Coding Help-line/email for EHMG provider/staff and provides verbal or written response as appropriate. Maintains filing system of all questions received and answers provided to caller.
* Identifies trends or patterns of questionable coding and billing practices at Hospital Outpatient and Medical Group sites and reports issues to Manager.
* Reports compliance concerns to Manager or compliance hotline according to the Endeavor Healthcare Corporate Compliance Policy/Procedures.
* Develops physician coding tools such as ICD-10 and CPT-4 cheat sheets, coding grids, tip sheets and other educational material for multi-specialty providers to identify appropriate codes or modifiers reimbursed by payers for services performed.
* Assists in the creation of progress note templates per specialty utilizing the CMS documentation regulations or CPT Assistant guidelines as requested by physician's) or assigned by supervisor.
* Attends multi-specialty physician coding, billing, reimbursement seminars to maintain and increase coding, billing, reimbursement expertise/ knowledge.
* Maintains coding credential by obtaining the requiring continuing education credits per calendar year.
What you will need:
* Degree: Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or related field required; equivalent years of work experience in related field will be considered in lieu of degree
* Certification: RHIA, RHIT, CCS-P, CCS, or CPC required. CPMA preferred.
* Experience: 3-5 years of related experience in physician and hospital outpatient medical billing, reimbursement, physician audits, chart review, coding compliance, medical office or patient accounts. 1-2 years' experience working with Senior Physician Management a plus
Other required skills
* The ability to work independently, with little to no supervision
* Strong presentation and communication skills
* The ability to interpret and analyze medical record documentation, encounter forms, and lab reports, Explanation of Benefits, CMS claim forms, third party payor guidelines and government regulations.
* Aptitude for medical terminology, ICD-10, CPT-4, and HCPCS coding systems.
* Demonstrated expertise in multi-specialty evaluation & management (E/M) coding.
* Knowledge of research steps utilized to identify appropriate code selection or billing requirements.
* Proficiency in MS Office's suite of products, including Excel and PowerPoint, and the internet.
* Experience with Epic Billing Systems, including chart review, transaction inquiry, etc.
Benefits:
* Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
* Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Free Parking at designated locations
* Wellness Program Savings Plan
* Health Savings Account Options
* Retirement Options with Company Match
* Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
* Community Involvement Opportunities
Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. Located in Naperville, Linden Oaks Behavioral Health, provides for the mental health needs of area residents. For more information, visit you work for Endeavor Heal
title: Phlebotomist II
location: Glenview IL 60026
duration: 3 month
Shift/Time Zone:
Mon-Fri 7-3pm, Saturday 7-12pm
temp to perm
Description:
- The Patient Services Representative II (PSR II) represents the face of our company to patients who come in, both as part of their health routine or for insights into life-defining health decisions.
- The PSR II draws quality blood samples from patients and prepares those specimens for lab testing while following established practices and procedures. The PSR II has direct contact with patients and creates an atmosphere of trust and confidence while explaining procedures to patients and drawing blood specimens in a skillful, safe and accurate manner.
- The PSR II will demonstrate Leadership Behaviors while focusing on process excellence skills and sensitivity to confidentiality and accuracy to patient information.
- Successful applicants may be assigned to a doctor's office, a patient service center or as business needs dictate.
- Under the direction of the area supervisor, perform daily activities accurately and on time.
- Maintain a safe and professional environment.
- Performs with confidence, both the forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing duties following established practices and procedures.
- Perform verification of patient demographic info / initials including patient signature post-venipuncture to verify tubes were labeled in their presence and that the name on the label is correct.
- Maintains required records and documentation.
- Demonstrates organizational commitment and promotes a positive image to patients, clients, employees and the public in general.
Job Requirements:
- Ability to provide quality, error free work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision.
- Excellent phlebotomy skills to include pediatric and geriatric.
- Flexible and available based on staffing needs, which includes weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime.
- Committed to all Policies & Procedures including Company dress code, Employee Health & Safety, and Everyday Excellence Guiding Principles.
- Must be able to make decisions based on established procedures and exercise good judgment.
- Must have reliable transportation, valid driver license, and clean driving record, if applicable.
- Travel and flexible hours required to work multiple locations and required to cover at Patient Service Center/In-Office Phlebotomy locations with minimal notice.
- Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
- Must demonstrate Superior Customer Focus; ability to communicate openly and transparently with peers, supervisors and patients; ability to accelerate and embrace change; and knowledge of our business
- Training locations may vary based on trainer availability.
Required Education:
High school diploma or equivalent REQUIRED.
Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
Phlebotomy certification preferred. Required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
Work Experience:
1-3 years phlebotomy experience REQUIRED, inclusive of pediatric, geriatric and capillary collections.
2 years in a Patient Service Center environment preferred.
Customer service in a retail or service environment STRONGLY preferred.
Keyboard/data entry experience.
Description & Requirements
Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity with flexible scheduling and a focus on work-life balance? Interested in working weekdays with no nights, no weekends, and no call?
Join one of the nation’s largest, most respected health systems and experience what it means to live well. Advocate Health is seeking general anesthesiologists to serve its patients at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois.
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital is the leading health care provider in Chicago’s North and Northwest suburbs offering a Level I Trauma Center, access to national clinical trials and advanced medical technologies. As a nationally recognized hospital, patients have access to the most advanced treatment in the areas of cardiology, cancer, neurosciences, orthopedics, and women’s health. The hospital is designated a Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology.
Highlights
Excellent case mix, including OB
Practice at a single center – no mandatory cross coverage of other sites
Adult Only Practice (13+)
Collaborative Care Model: Approximately 40% of cases are performed under Medical Direction @ 1:3, while around 60% of cases are staffed with MDs only
Full time, part time, and custom-designed positions available
Advanced Technology in a Level I Trauma Center: State-of-the-art facilities and anesthesia equipment
Robust support system of partners, anesthesia techs, and dedicated anesthesia nurses
Be part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with a physician-led medical group and embedded service line
Leverage access to DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, streamlining clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review, editing, and signature
Experience an environment that provides safe and equitable care for all patients
EPIC EMR System: Advocate Health, as the nation’s largest EPIC user, ensures an optimized EMR system
Training and/or Experience Required
Completion of an accredited anesthesiology residency program
Board-eligibility or board-certification in Anesthesiology
Benefits
A competitive compensation model that is sustainable, equitable, transparent, compliant, and rewarding
8 weeks of vacation, dedicated CME time, and guaranteed post-call days
Paid occurrence-based medical liability insurance
No noncompete for Hospital Based Specialists, including Anesthesiology
Eligible for our generous student loan forgiveness program and/or sign-on bonus
Health and welfare benefits such as health, dental, vision, life and Short- and Long-Term Disability
401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match, in addition to a 3% company contribution for a total employer contribution of up to 6% and other financial wellness programs
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as parental leave, adoption assistance and surrogacy assistance
Educational Assistance Program
Relocation assistance up to $12,000
About Park Ridge, Illinois
About Park Ridge, Illinois Park Ridge is a picturesque suburb located 14 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, convenient to O'Hare Airport, major expressways, CTA and Metra trains allowing for an easy commute into the city while enjoying peaceful suburban living.
Park Ridge is a prime residential community that retains its distinctive, small-town charm where “community” is a big part of this suburban town. The city’s vibrant Uptown shopping area includes the Metra station, Public Library and several parks featuring live musical concerts and special events are held in the summer. Throughout the city, quiet tree-lined streets, pleasing architecture, excellent schools, centrally located library and ample parks help make Park Ridge one of the most desirable family communities in the Chicago area. Unique shops and a great selection of restaurants fill the Uptown area, where new buildings blend serenely with historic ones. The Uptown Park Ridge skyline is graced with cupolas, church spires and the 100-foot tower of the Art Deco Pickwick Theatre, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition to the Uptown shopping area, Park Ridge offers other shopping and dining convenient to every neighborhood, including South Park, Village Green, the Dee Park area bordering Oakton Ave. and the Higgins Corridor bordering Chicago. Park Ridge hosts a variety of businesses from privately owned to major corporations and is home to Lutheran General Hospital, a Level 1 trauma center, teaching hospital and part of Advocate Aurora Health.
Job Title : Medical Assistant/Technician (Hospital Corpsman) Category / Component : Enlisted • Both Overview Hospital Corpsmen assist healthcare professionals and provide medical and dental care to Sailors, Marines, and their families across clinics, hospitals, ships, and field units, gaining broad clinical, technical, and operational experience.
Key Responsibilities Perform emergency medical treatment for Sailors, Marines, and specialized units such as SEALs and Seabees; provide basic and emergency dental care and process dental X rays; serve as operating room technician and assist in surgery; administer preventive care and medications including immunizations and IVs; conduct physical exams and assist in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries; maintain patient records, perform clinical tests, and support physicians and nurses in a wide range of specialties.
What to Expect Hands on patient care with shift work and possible on call duties; field training and deployments with Marine and expeditionary units and embarked medical departments on ships; continuous certification and recertification in areas such as basic life support, trauma care, and tactical combat casualty care; mix of clinic, ward, and field environments with rapid response in emergent situations and a strong emphasis on teamwork and readiness.
Work Environment Assignments in Navy hospitals and clinics, aboard aircraft carriers and other ships, with Marine units in garrison and field environments, and occasionally on submarines; work in exam rooms, wards, operating rooms, emergency departments, aid stations, and field medical sites; close integration with medical teams, line units, and joint or coalition partners.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by Hospital Corpsman A School at Fort Sam Houston, Texas; numerous advanced C schools that lead to Navy Enlisted Classifications in areas such as Independent Duty Corpsman, Fleet Marine Force, preventive medicine, surgical technology, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, laboratory, dental, and dive medicine; progressive professional development through leadership courses and warfare qualifications such as Fleet Marine Force and Surface, Aviation, or Expeditionary pins where applicable.
Direct enlistment into the Hospital Corpsman rating from civilian life; in service conversion for qualified Sailors from other ratings who meet screening and performance criteria; Reserve accession for prior service Hospital Corpsmen and select civilian medical professionals when manning needs allow.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: United States citizenship or equivalent status as allowed by policy; high school diploma or equivalent; at least 17 years of age; interest in healthcare and willingness to work in clinical and field environments, potentially under stressful conditions; ability to meet medical, vision, and physical fitness standards required for medical and operational assignments.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
