Job Description
Your future role at a glance
Location: Chicago, IL
Facility: Ascension Saint Alexius
Department/Specialty: Emergency Department
Schedule: Day Shifts, PRN
Salary: $19.23 per hour
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.
How you’ll make an impact in this role
• Provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to assigned clinical areas, including filing, mail distribution, and general office operations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for patients, families, and healthcare team members by managing front-desk interactions, scheduling appointments, and handling telephone communications.
• Support clinical workflows by assisting physicians and clinicians with order entry processes, patient transfers, discharges, and maintaining accurate patient charts.
• Coordinate operational tasks such as meeting scheduling, maintaining meeting minutes, and managing staff schedules and timekeeping updates in computer systems.
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
What additional preferences we're seeking
PCT / Unit Assistant experience preferred.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
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Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
Location: Chicago, IL
Facility: Ascension Saint Alexius
Department/Specialty: Emergency Department
Schedule: Day Shifts, PRN
Salary: $19.23 per hour
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.
How you’ll make an impact in this role
• Provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to assigned clinical areas, including filing, mail distribution, and general office operations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for patients, families, and healthcare team members by managing front-desk interactions, scheduling appointments, and handling telephone communications.
• Support clinical workflows by assisting physicians and clinicians with order entry processes, patient transfers, discharges, and maintaining accurate patient charts.
• Coordinate operational tasks such as meeting scheduling, maintaining meeting minutes, and managing staff schedules and timekeeping updates in computer systems.
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
What additional preferences we're seeking
PCT / Unit Assistant experience preferred.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Unit Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Office Assistant Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Office Assistant Jobs is a plus.
