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Civil Service Employment Opportunities

The University of Illinois at Chicago is governed under the State Universities Civil Service System. An applicant applying for University employment opportunities must compete successfully in an appropriate State Universities Civil Service Examination. Examinations are open only to citizens or residents of Illinois who qualify for the position for which they are applying.

Applicants interested in applying for civil service positions with the University must fill out an Application for Employment and request a Civil Service Exam. You will be able to request a Civil Service exam on-line once you have completed an application for employment.
Completion of an application for employment does not guarantee admittance to a Civil Service Exam or placement into a vacancy.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Effective June 1, 2006, all medical center positions will require drug testing as part of their pre-employment health screening.

The following Job Postings are for future vacancies:

Social Work Aide III

The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) seeks an experienced Social Work Aide III for our Chicago North office located on the East UIC campus at 722 W. Maxwell. This position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Salary: $14.56 per hour, $28,392 annually.

To qualify for a Social Work Aide III you must meet the following qualifications:

1. Two years of work experience comparable to a Social Work Aide II; plus

2. Any combination totaling two years from the following categories: a) work experience which provided knowledge of human behavior, including the ability to cope with a variety of people and/or understand the importance of people’s needs and feelings, in a public/customer service environment. b) college course work in social or behavioral sciences or related field, measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:

(a) 15 semester hours equal six months

(b) 30 semester hours equal one year

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES NEEDED TO UNDERTAKE JOB:

1. through knowledge of services provided by various social service agencies;

2. skill in interviewing patients/families to determine their physical, social and possible psychological needs;

3. ability to obtain services necessary to meet patient/family needs;

4. ability to explain and carry out facility and departmental policies and procedures;

5. ability to work independently;

6. ability to organize, prepare and maintain records, reports, files and correspondence and through knowledge of services provided by various social service agencies.

For fullest consideration submit an online application and exam request through https://jobs.uic.edu by November 30, 2009. In order to be considered for this position, you must select the Chicago campus (including DSCC) as the campus for which you are applying.

In addition submit a resume and copies of transcripts/diplomas and a DD 214 (if applicable) to Jo Woodard via e-mail: jawoodar@uic.edu or fax: 217-557-0406, or contact Ms. Woodard at 1-800-322-3722 for further information about this employment opportunity.

Infection Control Practitioner

The University of Illinois Medical Center at Chicago Department of Infection Control is seeking a full time Infection Control Practitioner. The candidate will be responsible for implementation of all aspects of infection surveillance activities, promoting interventions to prevent and control the risk of hospital acquired infections, as well as planning, implementation, coordination and evaluation of infection control program activities throughout the medical center and clinics.This position collaborates with physicians, nurses, department managers as well as with external agencies.

1. Bachelor’s degree in a health related field (such as nursing, medical technology, biology, microbiology, or immunology) or Certification as an Infection Control Practitioner (CIC), Credentials accepted by the Certifying Board of Infection Control

2. Any one or any combination of the following additional preparation:

(a) credit for graduate-level college training with a major emphasis in a field directly related to infection control(such as nursing, medical laboratory science, epidemiology, or public health with a concentration in epidemiology)

(b) working experience that included duties in infection control that totals 1.0 unit

30 semester hours (or Masters degree) of “a” = 1.0 unit

9 months of “b” = 1.0 unit

3. 15 months of work experience that included duties in infection control in addition to the training/experience listed in # 1 and 2 above

Please submit an online application and exam request at: https://jobs.uic.edu

Transcripts will be required to qualify. Official transcripts must be submitted to Human Resources Building/ Employment, 715 S. Wood Street M/C, Room 109 Chicago, IL 60612. Please reference Job Code HA2061 for the position you are requesting, your name and telephone number should also be included upon submission of transcripts.

Electrocardiographic Technician

Employees in this title operate special devices that measure and graphically record the heart beat of patients in a medical facility. The recordings (electrocardiograms) are interpreted by physicians to help diagnose or monitor the patient's condition.

Minimum acceptable qualifications:

Completion of an ECG/Telemetry Technologist program from a state- accredited school and high school graduation or equivalent. Nursing aid certification and/or successful completion of a cardiovascular program, previous ECG or CCP experience highly recommended. Excellent communication skills, attendance and performance record essential.

Please submit an online application and exam request at: https://jobs.uic.edu

Upon completion of application, please request an Exam Request for the Electrocardiographic Technician.

Respiratory Care Administrative Director

The UIC Sleep Science Center seeks an energetic, motivated Respiratory Care Administrative Director to implement & manage DME daily operations, which include clinical service, patient relations and PAP programs while meeting the needs of physicians, lab management, and staff.

Duties will include coordination of clinical respiratory services under physician orders to insure delivery of quality respiratory services to patients in an out-patient clinical setting. Performing clinical and technical evaluations along with education for respiratory clients; setting up CPAP, BiPAP and ventilator related duties for patients as deemed appropriate based on necessity and insurance coverage. Excellent communication skills needed with physicians and healthcare agencies as necessary on patient status. Applicants must have thorough knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist or Master’s degree and two years of work experience as a Respiratory Therapist or eight (8) years of highly responsible work experience as a Respiratory Therapist. Registration as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care and licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (R.C.P) by the State of Illinois are also required.

Please submit an online application and exam request at:https://jobs.uic.edu

HRIS Help Desk Specialist

The Human Resources HRIS Department is looking for a full time HRIS Help Desk Specialist. Position will provide technical and problem solving support to employees, applicants and general system users. Tracks and troubleshoots system and processing related issues, using a Help Desk Solution application. Maintains and/or develops simple to moderately complex reporting. Will assist systems users in the Help Desk area or remotely via phone, email or other methods.

To qualify interested candidates must have:

• High School Graduation or equivalent

• Any combination totaling one year from the following categories

o Progressively more responsible work experience in an Information Technology (IT) related profession

o College course work which included Information Technology (IT), or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:

• 60 semester hours or Associate’s Degree equals one year

• Basic knowledge and skills using Microsoft Office 2007 suite

• Good customer service skills

• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time

• Ability to communicate well with others

• Ability to speak Spanish (preferred)

Note: As required by the position to be filled, additional education, training and/or work experience in an area of specialization inherent in the position may be necessary in meeting credential requirements.

Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume and college transcripts to Emp_Rec2@uillinois.edu .Please reference Job Code: C48998 in your cover letter. For fullest consideration, resumes should be received by November 13, 2009.

All information submitted will be thoroughly evaluated and verified.

Business Associate in Dentistry

Individuals in this position manage daily operations of a clinical practice site by providing patient and financial management, as well as educational and administrative support. The Business Associate manages students, patients, staff, and faculty interactions in a clinical environment.

Duties include managing day to day operations of the Dental clinic including but not limited to registration, scheduling, A/R management, HIPAA, OSHA, QA, licensing and regulatory compliance and monitoring of facility maintenance. Participates in development and implementation of clinical programs. Oversees compliance with clinic guidelines, treatment plans and financial policies. Provides direct and indirect supervision to the clinic staff and students.

Bachelor's degree in business administration, management or a related field, and three years (3) of administrative/supervisory office experience in healthcare setting required. Must be customer service driven and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and be proficient in Microsoft office applications. Must be Bilingual, able to read, write and communicate in Spanish and English.

Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume with salary history, college transcripts and the names of three business references to Emp_Rec2@uic.edu.Please reference Job Code: BUSASSOC in your cover letter. For fullest consideration, resumes should be received by November 16, 2009.

Accountant III – Medical Center Ambulatory Services Administration

Seeking an Accountant III to assist with daily accounting operations in the Ambulatory Services Administration Department. Responsibilities include analyzing data, records of financial transactions, developing budgets, preparing and presenting monthly financial reports. Minimum requirements: bachelor's degree with a major in accounting or equivalent course work and four years of work experience in professional level accounting work. An advanced degree in accounting or registration as a Certified Public Accountant may be substituted for one year of professional experience. Thorough knowledge of excel is required.

Candidates must submit an online application, and exam request through https://jobs.uic.edu.

Cook (Food Service Worker III)

The Medical Center is currently seeking a Cook to prepare and cook meats, fish, gravies, vegetables, bakes, pastries, hot breads, and other bakery products. Responsibilities also include preparing ingredients for and mixes salad dressings, fillings, and sauces. Plans the composition of and garnishes salads, responsible for maintaining sanitary conditions in a food service area and maintains records. Prepares reports and supervises employees in lower class ranks.

Candidate must have two years of experience in food service work, one of which was in quantity cooking.

Please submit an online application at https://jobs.uic.edu

Upon completion of application, please request an Exam Request using Food Service Worker III.

Ophthalmic Technologist

Ophthalmic Technologists perform specialized procedures and provide clinical instruction, must supervise the daily activities within a section of a department; plans, assigns and reviews work activities, counsels subordinates, evaluates job performance, and approves or recommends personnel actions. Performs and records results of standard ophthalmic examination procedures on patients, instructs medical students and residents in the technical aspects of ophthalmic testing. Supervises the calibration, maintenance, and repair of ophthalmic equipment and instruments, performs quality control studies and performs other related duties as assigned.

To qualify for Technologist, must have 5 or more years of work experience comparable to that gained as an Ophthalmic Technician and eligibility for certification as an Ophthalmic Technologist by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology.

Please submit an online application and exam request at: https://jobs.uic.edu

Police Officer

The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is looking for talented men and women who want to be a part of the UIC Police Department and want to help make a positive difference in the lives of the students, faculty, staff, its visitors and the UIC community.

Applicants must be able to successfully pass a physical fitness test, written, and oral board examination; as well as a medical evaluation, drug test, and a psychological evaluation. Passing the exam and being on the eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of employment.

To Qualify You:

1)Must be at least 21 years of age.
2)Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
3)Must have a valid State of Illinois driver’s license (tickets will not be accepted).
4)Must have no record of criminal conviction.

Applicants interested in applying to take the examination and be placed on the eligibility list must complete an Online Application and Exam Request for Police Officer at the following link, https://jobs.uic.edu no later than January 18th, 2010 . You must also submit the following ORIGINAL documents in person at 715 S. Wood Street, Room 109, between the hours of 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM. Required documents MUST be submitted all together and at the same time. A copy of the original documents will be made and the originals will be returned to you.The deadline for submitting these documents is February 1st , 2010.

Required Documents

Birth Certificate.
High school diploma or GED certificate.
Valid State of Illinois drivers license.

Additional Documents

College transcripts (if applicable).
DD214 (If a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces).

Senior Electronics Technician- Posting

Employees at this level is responsible for laboratory and fieldwork pertaining to the research and teaching activities of the Principal Investigator (Department Head).

Responsibilities includes laboratory operation and installation of hydraulic testing systems, including computer interface, data acquisitions systems and relates electronics, calibration and field installation of instrumentation, including wiring in bridges and other types of infrastructure, routine machining and model building .

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Graduation, that included courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, elementary electricity or electronics: and 2 years of university or technical training in electronics physics (transcripts may be requested) or 4 years of work experience in the maintenance and construction of basic electronic and electrical instruments and equipment.

You may submit an online Application for Employment and Exam Request at: https://jobs.uic.edu

REIMBURSEMENT CODING SPECIALIST III

Employees in this position are professional coders responsible for coding of patient services provided in health care units. They are responsible for the direction and monitoring of coding operations of a large unit, must demonstrate proficiency in coding and must be knowledgeable of the requirements of industry standards such as Medicare and/or Managed Care regulations, ICD-9 and the Current Procedural Terminology systems of coding. Applicants must be able to code physician and ancillary medical services for receiving maximum allowable reimbursement from payors. Applicants will be responsible for monitoring changes in coding procedures as dictated by third-party payors and governmental reform. Must be able to train and supervise lower level coders and teach diagnoses and procedures to clinical staff, research coding issues and audit coding transactions and compose reports.

Must be able to develop policies and procedures related to coding, perform studies and create complex reports.

Applicants must possess four or more years of experience in ACD-9 CM and CPT-4 coding in acute care. In addition must possess current certification as CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, RHIA by the American Health Information Management Association, or certification as a CPC or CPC-H by the American Academy of Professional Coders.

You may submit an online Application for Employment and Exam Request at: https://jobs.uic.edu

CENTRAL STERILE SUPPLY TECHNICAN

Performs work related to the care, sterilization, packaging, and disbursement of hospital equipment and supplies. Responsible for the sterilization of instruments and supplies by autoclaving, collecting and receiving needles, syringes and other supplies used in the hospital. Maintenance of storage rooms and make purchase recommendations of equipment and supplies. Must be able to maintain records and generate reports. Employees work under general supervision from a designated supervisor.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

High school graduation or equivalent or two (2)years of high school education, graduation from a state-approved school for practical nurses, and eligibility for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation and one year of experience using sterile procedures.

Please submit an online application and exam request at:

https://jobs.uic.edu

Ambulatory Care Manager (Must Be Bilingual English/Spanish)

This series is designed for employees who serve as part of the clinical support staff by interacting with the patients, faculty, staff and students in the College of Dentistry. The responsibilities include the ability to ascertain and monitor the accuracy of the patient accounts, the accounting records for their practice and to generate regular reports for management. The primary functions of this position are patient centered service and satisfaction, as well as financial responsibility for cash, collections, accounts receivable and revenue reporting.

Must be able to communicate in both English and Spanish. Responds to routine inquiries from patients in order to provide or clarify information regarding the patient’s accounts or other related information. Confirms the validity and accuracy of patient care transactions and submits claims to third party payers for services rendered

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

1) A combination of four years (4) of progressively more responsible experience in patient services work (such as admissions, unit clerk, billing, collection, and/or interviewing) in a health care facility, and Credit for college course work in one or a combination of the following fields: business, finance, computer science, public administration, or social science.

Please submit an online application and exam request at:

https://jobs.uic.edu

Transcripts will be required if college coursework is used to qualify. Official transcripts must be submitted to Human Resources Building/ Employment, 715 S. Wood Street M/C, Room 109 Chicago, IL 60612. Please reference the title of the position you are requesting, your name and telephone number should also be included upon submission of transcripts.

Ambulatory Care Supervisor (Must Be Bilingual English/Spanish)

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

1) A combination of three years (3) of progressively more responsible experience in patient services work (such as admissions, unit clerk, billing, collection, and/or interviewing) in a health care facility, and Credit for college course work in one or a combination of the following fields: business, finance, computer science, public administration, or social science.

Please submit an online application and exam request at:

https://jobs.uic.edu

Equipment Specialist 1

Employees at this level are responsible for the procurement, for research, for design problems, and for recommending maintenance, or repair of specialized technical equipment used in teaching or research in a department. Determines, recommends, and procures technical equipment. Determines suitability of substitute technical equipment and recommends modification. Studies engineering blueprints, observes test performance, compiles critical test data, and recommends specification changes to new or modified equipment to avoid anticipated operational, maintenance, and repair difficulties; determines if a chronic maintenance problem should be solved through a change in maintenance or a modification in equipment design. The employees work under general supervision from a designated supervisor.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

1) Three (3) years of technical, trade, or craft experience, education, and/or training related to one or more areas of equipment specialization.
2)Possess knowledge of mechanical principles, construction, operation, overhaul, maintenance, repair, and installation of equipment, knowledge of the basic physical sciences, ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical publications and ability to understand and interpret standard shop terminology.

Please submit Application and Exam Request at:

https://jobs.uic.edu

Medical Assistant (Bi-Lingual- Spanish) - Medical Center

Under direction of physician and nursing staff, perform a variety of clinical and clerical tasks in an outpatient examining room setting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant Program (CAAHEP Accredited Program Search)

One year of Medical Assistant work experience and/or training which provided a knowledge of clinical procedures and training in vital signs and patient prep for exams, sterilization and maintenance of instruments and equipment, and assisting with examinations and minor surgical procedures. The work experience and/or training must have been of such scope, level and quality as to assure the applicant's overall ability to undertake medical assistant duties and must be evaluated on the basis of their /its comparability to the classroom instruction and clinical training normally provided in formal medical assistant programs.

Salary: $14.40/hr; $29,952 annually for non certified and $16.07/hr; $33,425 annually for Medical Assistants with certifications from AAMA or NCCT