39 jobs found in Kankakee

Overview: The Care Associate/Care Tech at Riverside Healthcare is a vital part of the healthcare team, providing both clinical and administrative support within a physician office setting. This role involves direct patient care, such as administering injections, performing diagnostic tests, and assisting with medical procedures. Additionally, the Care Associate/Care Tech is responsible for various administrative tasks, including patient check-in, data entry, and maintaining accurate records in electronic medical records (EMRs). This position requires excellent clinical skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in an automated environment. Essential Duties Clinical Support: Assist providers and nurses with medical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Collect and document clinical data including vital signs accurately in all applicable EMRs, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines, health maintenance protocols, and quality...

Overview: Riverside Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our Assisted Living and Memory Care team. The CNA will be responsible for providing high-quality, person-centered care to residents, including those with memory impairments such as Alzheimers and dementia. This role involves assisting residents with daily living activities, promoting their independence, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for elder care, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented setting. Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure. Essential Duties Resident Care: Assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. Provide oral care, skin care, and hair care as needed. Help residents with mobility and transferring (e.g., from bed to wheelchair). Provide...

Overview: The Hospital/Healthcare Security Department Team Leader is responsible for overseeing and managing a team of security officers within the healthcare facility. This role involves supervising daily security operations, ensuring the safety and security of patients, staff, and visitors, and providing leadership and support to the security team. The Team Leader will also be involved in developing and implementing security policies, responding to incidents, and coordinating with other departments to enhance overall facility safety. Essential Duties Lead and supervise a team of security officers, including scheduling shifts, assigning duties, and providing training and guidance to ensure effective security operations. Oversee daily security operations, including patrols, monitoring of surveillance systems, and response to security incidents. Ensure that all security protocols and procedures are followed. Respond to and manage security incidents, emergencies, and...

Overview: The Lab Assistant at Riverside Healthcare is responsible for performing blood collection procedures, including venipuncture and capillary punctures, ensuring patient safety and comfort. This role also includes processing laboratory specimens, managing specimen logistics, and providing general support to the laboratory team. The Lab Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely laboratory results, contributing to high-quality patient care. Position includes rotating weekend and holiday shifts.   Essential Duties Blood Collection: Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures on patients of all ages, ensuring proper identification, labeling, and handling of blood specimens. Collect specimens by filling tubes to acceptable levels and utilizing correct order of draw. Respond to specified codes and traumas for specimen collection. Specimen Processing: Prepare, process, and transport laboratory specimens according to established protocols, ensuring the...

Overview: The Facility Safety Officer is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring safety programs and initiatives at Riverside Healthcare (RHC). Management of Physical Environment (PE) Safety and Life Safety Plans in order to minimize hazards and reduce the risk of injury to patients, visitors, and employees is a major responsibility of this position. Incumbent serves as the designated Safety Officer for the organization and participates as an active member of the Riverside Healthcare Safety and Regulatory committee. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Manager of Safety & Project Engineering or another higher-level administrator. This role is also responsible for management of assigned capital projects including construction techniques, budget, schedule, human resources, and communication.   Essential Duties Responsibilities as Safety Officer Assists in defining performance indicators for evaluation of the Safety Program and in...

Overview: Guest Services Representative is essential in ensuring a welcoming and supportive environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a friendly demeanor, and a commitment to providing exceptional service in a healthcare setting. Essential Job Duties: Greeting and Assisting Visitors: Welcome patients, visitors, and staff with a friendly and professional attitude adhering to AIDET format and standards. Provide directions, information, and assistance as needed. Information Desk Management: Answer incoming calls and respond to inquiries promptly. Maintain a clean and organized information desk area. Patient and Visitor Support: Assist patients and visitors with wheelchairs, directions, and personal assistance. Retrieves, cleans and stores transportation equipment at entrances to ensure availability for patients and their representatives. Coordinate with departments to facilitate patient and visitor...

Overview: Riverside Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to join our dynamic team in Kankakee, Illinois. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing a wide range of laboratory tests that assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. This role requires a strong understanding of laboratory techniques, quality control, and safety procedures. The MLS will work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and timely results, contributing to the overall quality of patient care. Computer skills, ability to multitask, and customer service interactions are also required. Position includes rotating weekend and holiday shifts.   Essential Duties Specimen Processing: Prepare, and process patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) for laboratory analysis, ensuring accuracy and adherence to procedures. Laboratory Testing: Perform routine and complex laboratory tests in areas such...

Overview: The Home Health Registered Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in their homes, ensuring high-quality care and adherence to care plans. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing individualized care plans, and coordinating with healthcare providers and families to deliver optimal care. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, a commitment to patient-centered care, and the ability to work independently in a home setting.     Job Type : Salaried, Exempt Scheduling Requirements : Part-time, days Work Location : Location Varies - Primarily Kankakee County Benefit Eligible     Essential Duties Patient Assessments: Conduct thorough assessments of patients' health conditions in their homes, including physical, emotional, and social aspects. Care Planning: Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans based on patient assessments, physician orders, and patient needs. Set realistic goals and monitor...

Overview: Riverside Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse Team Leader to join our dynamic Medical Surgical team in Kankakee, Illinois. This role is integral in supervising and coordinating patient care. The ideal candidate will be an experienced nurse with a proven track record in leadership and clinical excellence. In this role, you will provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients while leading a team of skilled nurses in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate with the Nurse Manager to supervise daily operations, promotes that clinical practices meet the highest standards, foster a collaborative work environment, and contribute to the overall safety, well-being, and recovery of our patients. Additionally, this position requires flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.  Essential Duties Clinical Leadership: Oversee and guide the daily activities of the unit, promotes that all clinical practices and...

Overview: Riverside Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Acute Hospital Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting pharmacists in delivering optimal patient care by preparing and distributing medications, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with pharmacy operations. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety, effectiveness, and efficiency of medication therapy across various hospital departments. Additionally, this position requires flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.  Essential Duties Medication Preparation and Dispensing: Accurately prepare and dispense medications, including IV admixtures, oral medications, and other pharmaceutical products, following established protocols and under the supervision of a pharmacist. Inventory Management: Monitor, maintain, and restock pharmaceutical supplies and medications. Perform regular inventory...

Overview: The Supervisor, Patient Access provides daily oversight to registration and/or scheduling teams while offering leadership that supports a positive patient and customer experience. In partnership with the Patient Access Manager and Director, the supervisor conducts regular staff meetings to ensure clear communication and to address employee concerns. The role includes meeting payment targets, monitoring Revenue Cycle metrics, and optimizing workflows. The supervisor also maximizes budgeted payroll hours through effective staff scheduling. In collaboration with the Patient Access Manager and Director, this role is responsible for employee relations, including training, performance management, disciplinary actions, and personnel development.   Essential Duties Under the direction of and in collaboration with the Patient Access Manager, conducts consistent staff meetings; seizes opportunities to foster communication, provide organizational updates, share information,...

Overview: Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and compassionate Mental Health Clinical Case Manager to join our team in Kankakee, Illinois. The Mental Health Clinical Case Manager will be responsible for coordinating and managing comprehensive mental health care for patients, ensuring that they receive appropriate and effective services. This role involves conducting assessments, developing individualized care plans, coordinating with various service providers, and monitoring patient progress. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, experience in case management, and a commitment to supporting patients in their journey toward mental health recovery. Additionally, this role requires flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure. Essential Duties: Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments of patients mental health needs, including evaluating psychological, social, and environmental factors. Treatment Planning: Develop and...

Overview: The Licensed Occupational Therapist at Riverside Healthcare provides expert evaluation and treatment to patients experiencing challenges with mobility, function, and daily living skills due to injury, illness, or disability. The role involves developing individualized treatment plans that address patient needs, collaborating with other healthcare professionals, and guiding patients toward their goals of improved independence and quality of life. The Licensed Occupational Therapist is an essential member of the rehabilitation team, committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.   Essential Duties   Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients to assess their physical, cognitive, and functional abilities. Develop customized treatment plans that address the patient's unique needs, focusing on improving mobility, strength, coordination, and daily living skills. Provide direct therapeutic interventions, including exercises, activities, and use of...

Overview: The Licensed Physical Therapist at Riverside Healthcare provides expert evaluation and treatment to patients experiencing challenges with mobility, function, and daily living skills due to injury, illness, or disability. The role involves developing individualized treatment plans that address patient needs, collaborating with other healthcare professionals, and guiding patients toward their goals of improved independence and quality of life. The Licensed Physical Therapist is an essential member of the rehabilitation team, committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.   FTE & Shift : 0.0001 (TR/PRN) | Days   Essential Duties Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients to assess their physical, cognitive, and functional abilities. Develop customized treatment plans that address the patient's unique needs, focusing on improving mobility, strength, coordination, and daily living skills. Provide direct therapeutic interventions, including...

Overview: The Radiologic Technologist (Immediate Care) at Riverside Kankakee Immediate Care in Kankakee, Illinois, is responsible for performing diagnostic radiographic procedures and providing essential support in occupational health services. This role requires the application of ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes and the ability to perform a variety of diagnostic imaging techniques to produce accurate images for interpretation by a Radiologist. The individual will also assist with patient care, including processing patients for injury treatment, physical assessments, and conducting ancillary screenings as required by occupational health protocols. This position operates under indirect supervision and requires a strong focus on teamwork and patient satisfaction. Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.   FTE & Shift:  1.0 FTE (Full-Time) M-F | Three & 1/2 days on; Three & 1/2 days off | 10:00A - 8:30P Rotating...

Overview: The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) at Riverside Healthcare provides vital support to licensed Occupational Therapists in delivering therapeutic interventions aimed at improving patients' ability to perform daily activities. This role involves implementing individualized therapy plans, assisting with therapeutic exercises, and helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals. The COTA works closely with patients to facilitate recovery and enhance their quality of life, playing a crucial role in the overall success of the occupational therapy program. Implement and deliver therapeutic interventions as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist, including exercises, activities, and the use of adaptive equipment.   Essential Duties Assist patients with therapeutic activities designed to improve their functional abilities, mobility, and daily living skills. Monitor and document patient progress, communicating any changes or concerns to the...

Overview: The Lead Therapist is an experienced clinician who provides advanced clinical care while serving as an supporting day-to-day clinic operations and professional practice initiatives within a hospital-based outpatient rehabilitation setting. This role maintains all essential duties and responsibilities of a Staff Therapist while assuming additional leadership responsibilities related to clinic operations support, program development, staff engagement, and clinical education. The Lead Therapist partners closely with the Outpatient Therapy Manager, Practice Manager, and Clinical Educators to support high-quality care delivery, efficient clinic operations, and a positive clinic culture. This role does not include formal managerial authority but serves as a clinical leader and resource within the assigned clinic.   Essential Duties Core Responsibilities: Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients to assess their physical, cognitive, and functional abilities....

Overview: The Culinary Team Lead at Riverside Senior Living is responsible for overseeing the culinary operations, ensuring that high-quality meals are prepared and served to residents. This role involves leading the kitchen team, managing meal preparation, and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and sanitation. The Culinary Team Lead will collaborate with the dietary team to create menus that meet the nutritional needs and preferences of our residents while providing leadership and training to kitchen staff. Essential Duties Team Leadership: Supervise, schedule, and manage the performance of the kitchen staff, ensuring efficient and effective meal preparation and service. Meal Preparation: Oversee the preparation and cooking of meals according to established recipes and menus, ensuring that food is flavorful, nutritious, and visually appealing. Menu Development: Collaborate with the dietary team to plan and adjust menus that cater to the dietary needs,...

Overview: Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and dedicated Ultrasound Technologist to join our team in Kankakee, Illinois. The Ultrasound Technologist will perform diagnostic ultrasound imaging procedures to assist in evaluating and diagnosing various medical conditions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ultrasound technology, demonstrate proficiency in imaging techniques, and ensure patient comfort and safety. A commitment to ongoing education and adherence to safety protocols is essential. Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure. Essential Duties Performing Ultrasound Imaging:  Perform a variety of ultrasound procedures, including abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, and vascular imaging, using advanced ultrasound equipment. Capture high-quality images and video recordings of anatomical structures. Evaluate images for technical quality, manipulate display parameters, and provide hard copy records of...

Overview: Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Cardiac Sonographer to join our Cardiac Diagnostic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing high-quality echocardiographic studies to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions. This role requires a deep understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology, as well as the ability to use advanced imaging technology. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to patient care, attention to detail, and continuous learning in a fast-paced healthcare environment. In addition, the Echo Tech may perform 12-lead EKG's, holter monitor hookup, cardiac event monitor hookup, holter monitor scanning and cardiac exercise treadmill testing and assist in procedures. Essential Duties Cardiac Sonography: Perform high-quality echocardiograms, including transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography, M-mode, 2D, Doppler, and color flow...