Pre Admission Testing

About the role

Founded in 1991, IBJI is the largest orthopedic group practice in Illinois. With more than 150 physicians in every orthopedic specialty, IBJI offers care for adults and children from some of the most accomplished and respected orthopedists in the country. Serving northern Illinois and northwest Indiana with over 100 locations, IBJI makes it easy to access care. Our headquarters is in Park Ridge, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago. Our clinical services include advanced MRI imaging, pain management, non-surgical and surgical treatment plans, rheumatology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, wellness, and sports and sports training. Ortho Access walk-in clinics provide same day care for orthopedic injuries. Comprehensive care offered all in one place enables physicians, therapists and staff to work closely together, so that patients and families achieve better outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments on all patients and arrange for medical evaluation and/or testing prior to scheduled procedures/surgeries.
• Ensure patients receive education on how to prepare for and what to expect on the day of their procedure/surgery.
• Ensure the medical record is complete with all appropriate documentation, including any lab work.
• Represent the facility with professionalism; interactions with patients, physicians, referral sources, visitors, co-workers, supervisors, vendors, etc., must be friendly, supportive, courteous, respectful, cooperative, and professional.
• Accountable that patient care meets standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights and guest relations.
• Conduct perioperative phone screening of pre-operative surgical patients; provide arrival times and pre-operative instructions.
• Contact patients by telephone prior to surgery to assess medical and medication history, review for appropriate labs, x-ray, EKG orders, determine completion timelines, and provide pre-admission teaching.
• Conduct thorough assessments, document findings, and communicate pertinent information to appropriate medical and clinical personnel.
• Provide patients and/or legal guardians with comprehensive instructions on procedure/surgery preparation, including required pre-op testing, NPO guidelines, arrival times, what to bring on the day of surgery, and the need for a family member to be present and provide transportation.
• Adhere to pre-admission assessment and screening policy; identify patients requiring further review and approval by the anesthesiologist/surgeon prior to the day of surgery.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree from a two-year college or university preferred.
• Current RN license preferred.
• Graduate from an approved school of professional nursing preferred.
• Two (2) years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior working experience with electronic medical records (EMR) software preferred.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology.
• Computer efficiency and willingness to learn multiple new programs.
• Experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) and present information to patients, families, co-workers, etc.
• Ability to work variable hours and be flexible to meet the needs of the center’s daily surgery schedule.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and function effectively in stressful situations.
• Ability to follow direction and willingness to be trained and learn.
• Ability to work with all disciplines in the facility in a professional manner.
• Must display good judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness.
• Ability to set priorities and superior interpersonal skills.
• Understanding and commitment to the mission, values, and philosophy of the organization.

Physical Requirements

• The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Schedule

4 days per week, 10 hours per day — variable day off (no weekends).

Pay

$35 – $45 per hour, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance
• Long- and short-term disability
• 401(k) program with company match and profit sharing
• Wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts
• ID protection plan and accident, critical illness, and hospital benefits
• Paid holidays and paid time off