Assistant Patient Care Manager, Oncology/SCT, Full-Time, Evenings - The University of Chicago Medicine

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, University of Chicago Medicine, as an Assistant Patient Care Manager in the 10E Oncology/SCT department. At UChicago Medicine, we bring the world’s most innovative approaches to patients with all conditions, from common to complex. This department is a stem cell transplant unit that has a dedicated, insightful and compassionate team able to care for complex patients with an array of cancer diagnoses.  Our team is committed to providing high quality care in collaboration with our physician and multi-disciplinary partners to treat and educate patients and families. Educational opportunities exist to expand the knowledge of the team on advanced research, treatments and therapy. You will have the ability to work with physicians that are constantly pushing the bounds of possibility forward, conducting groundbreaking research and providing lifesaving, personalized patient care. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. 

The Assistant Patient Care Manager (APCM) will be responsible and accountable for over-seeing the operations and patient flow of a designated Care Center on her/his respective shift. Duties include completing daily or shift specific quality audits and Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI) boards, facilitate daily huddles with staff, and directing delivery of quality, patient-centered care in a financially responsible manner.  This is in collaboration with and under the supervision of the Patient Care Manager (PCM).  In the absence of the PCM, the APCM assumes responsibility for the unit.  APCM supports PCM with 24/7 coverage of the unit.

Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $5000!

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists & collaborates with the PCMs in supporting changes, new and existing programs with staff input and feedback.
• Assist in development of goals that are consistent with department goals and Hospitals’ mission.
• Assists & collaborates in utilizing appropriate resources and departments to facilitate operations. 
• Active participation in committee work and task force assignments on as needed bases.
• Identifies issues, presents strategies and acts as a change agent to resolve patient care issues.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience.
• Minimum of one year clinical experience in the area they are applying.
• Charge nurse experience with demonstrated leadership skills required and/or equivalent experience.

• Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Specialty certifications preferred.
• Experience working at an academic medical center and in a unionized environment preferred.

Position Details

• Full-time, 1.0 FTE
• Shift: Evening, 1:00pm-11:30pm
• Work Location: Onsite
• Unit/Department: 10E Oncology/SCT  
• Non-Union

Why Join Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion. UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.