What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Clerk position at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care?
Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is an independent, nonprofit healthcare provider licensed in 11 counties in northwest Illinois. We provide exceptional serious illness care, hospice care and grief support for adults and children.
The majority of our direct patient care is in the field with Lightways team members providing care in the home, nursing facility or assisted living facility. We also have a 20-bed inpatient unit in Joliet. Non-clinical staff are based out of our Joliet administrative offices.
We currently have a full time Patient Care Clerk position in our In Patient Unit (IPU) working Monday - Friday from 6:30 am - 3 pm. The Patient Care Clerk is responsible for supporting the Inpatient Unit staff by ensuring all patient needs are communicated by answering incoming patient calls in a timely manner and assisting in clerical functions as directed. This position also greets families/visitors, answers call lights, bed alarms and assists in maintaining/breaking down patient charts.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred. Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft office and have exceptional customer service skills. Medical office or hospice experience preferred.
The position is eligible for full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and generous PTO plan and a 401k with a company match.
For additional information on Lightways benefit package, please visit Lightways.org and click on Careers.
Salary : $17 - $28
