50 jobs found in Downers Grove, IL

The Dental Hygienist’s primary goal is, in coordination with the dental clinical faculty, is to develop and implement a patient re-care program while ensuring that approved periodontal diagnosis and treatment is properly delivered to the patients in a timely manner. This position reports to the Director of Clinical Faculty. This position will be working 32 hours per week.

Summary The Patient Account Representative is part of a team of Patient Account Representatives responsible for performing a variety of front office procedures. The Patient Account Representative will cross-train in at least one additional Midwestern University clinic to support operational flexibility and patient service needs. The position reports to the Manager of Patient Accounts for the Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinics. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Greet and direct patients and visitors. Perform registration/check-in processes, including but not limited to performing data entry activities, providing patients with appropriate information and intake forms, and obtaining necessary signatures. Calculate and collect patient liability according to verification of insurance benefits and expected reimbursement. Explain and provide financial policies and available resources for alternative payment arrangements to patients and their families....

Join the dynamic and growing Nurse Anesthesia Program at Midwestern University as it expands to our Downers Grove, Illinois campus. Our program provides students with a solid foundation in the basic sciences, doctoral-level leadership and professional training, and comprehensive instruction in all aspects of anesthesia management, supported by an advanced, state-of-the-art simulation learning center. Our mission is to educate nurses through rigorous academic and clinical experiences, producing safe, professional, and competent Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologists (CRNAs) / nurse anesthetists who meet the anesthesia healthcare needs of society. The successful candidate will be expected to teach within the entry-into-practice DNAP program. Examples of courses include Principles and Pathophysiology, Pharmacology for Anesthesia, and Scholarly Projects. In-Person Requirements Weekly on-campus work is required and depends on teaching assignments, simulation activities,...

Join the dynamic and growing Nurse Anesthesia Program at Midwestern University as it expands to our Downers Grove, Illinois campus. Our program provides students with a solid foundation in the basic sciences, doctoral-level leadership and professional training, and comprehensive instruction in all aspects of anesthesia management, supported by an advanced, state-of-the-art simulation learning center. Our mission is to educate nurses through rigorous academic and clinical experiences, producing safe, professional, and competent Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologists (CRNAs) / nurse anesthetists who meet the anesthesia healthcare needs of society. The successful candidate will be expected to teach within the entry-into-practice DNAP program. Examples of courses include Principles and Pathophysiology, Pharmacology for Anesthesia, and Scholarly Projects. In-Person Requirements Weekly on-campus work is required and depends on teaching assignments, simulation activities,...

Join the dynamic and growing Nurse Anesthesia Program at Midwestern University as it expands to our Downers Grove, Illinois campus. Our program provides students with a solid foundation in the basic sciences, doctoral-level leadership and professional training, and comprehensive instruction in all aspects of anesthesia management, supported by an advanced, state-of-the-art simulation learning center. Our mission is to educate nurses through rigorous academic and clinical experiences, producing safe, professional, and competent Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologists (CRNAs) / nurse anesthetists who meet the anesthesia healthcare needs of society. The successful candidate will be expected to teach within the entry-into-practice DNAP program. Examples of courses include Principles and Pathophysiology, Pharmacology for Anesthesia, and Scholarly Projects. In-Person Requirements Weekly on-campus work is required and depends on teaching assignments, simulation activities,...

Join the dynamic and growing Nurse Anesthesia Program at Midwestern University as it expands to our Downers Grove, Illinois campus. Our program provides students with a solid foundation in the basic sciences, doctoral-level leadership and professional training, and comprehensive instruction in all aspects of anesthesia management, supported by an advanced, state-of-the-art simulation learning center. Our mission is to educate nurses through rigorous academic and clinical experiences, producing safe, professional, and competent Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologists (CRNAs) / nurse anesthetists who meet the anesthesia healthcare needs of society. The successful candidate will be expected to teach within the entry-into-practice DNAP program. Examples of courses include Principles and Pathophysiology, Pharmacology for Anesthesia, and Scholarly Projects. In-Person Requirements Weekly on-campus work is required and depends on teaching assignments, simulation activities,...

Summary The Patient Account Representative is part of a team of Patient Account Representatives responsible for performing a variety of front office procedures. The Patient Account Representative will cross-train in at least one additional Midwestern University clinic to support operational flexibility and patient service needs. The position reports to the Manager of Patient Accounts for the Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinics. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Greet and direct patients and visitors. Perform registration/check-in processes, including but not limited to performing data entry activities, providing patients with appropriate information and intake forms, and obtaining necessary signatures. Calculate and collect patient liability according to verification of insurance benefits and expected reimbursement. Explain and provide financial policies and available resources for alternative payment arrangements to patients and their families....

The College of Health Sciences at Midwestern University, Downers Grove Campus, invites applications for a full-time Clinic Coordinator for the Speech-Language Institute within the Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Program. The Speech-Language Institute (SLI) is the clinical education and service component of the SLP Program. The Clinic Coordinator reports directly to the SLP Program Director and works collaboratively with the Director of Clinical Education. This is a 12-month, full-time, non-tenure-track clinical faculty appointment. Academic rank is commensurate with experience and qualifications. The Clinic Coordinator provides leadership and coordination for the clinical education activities of the residential SLP Program and oversees the day-to-day operations of the SLI. The position supports high-quality graduate clinical education and client services. Responsibilities: Provide clinical education and supervision to graduate student clinicians. Coordinate the...

Position Summary The Administrative Coordinator provides professional, efficient, and high-quality administrative support to the Physician Assistant (PA) Program. This role is also responsible for the coordination and organization of the PA Program’s Clinical Skills Laboratory. The Administrative Coordinator works closely with program leadership, faculty, students, and external partners and reports directly to the Program Director. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Administrative Responsibilities Serve as the primary point of contact for students by greeting and assisting them in the program office. Answer, screen, and respond to program phone calls and general inquiries. Order, organize, and maintain program office supplies. Coordinate and assist with contracts for adjunct faculty in collaboration with program faculty. Schedule and coordinate adjunct faculty lectures conducted on campus. Coordinate all visitor requests related to the PA Program....

Summary The Sterilization Assistant is responsible for conducting proper sterilization techniques related to dental instrumentation, dental terminology, and proper infection control protocols as established by the College of Dental Medicine. This position is responsible for the dispensing, collecting, and processing of dental instruments, equipment, and consumable supplies utilized in the Dental Institute clinics. The position reports to the Supervisor of Sterilization and interacts significantly with faculty, staff, and students. Individuals in this position must be able to adapt to work schedule changes based on the hours of the clinic. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Disinfect mobile carts so that instruments can be transported to clinic dispensaries in a timely manner for both shifts. Responsible for inventory data used to maintain supplies in the department. Assist with data entry pertaining to supplies used in the dental clinic. Participate in...

Associate Program Director, Assistant or Associate Professor, Tenure-Track, Physician Assistant Studies Midwestern University’s College of Health Sciences, Downers Grove, Illinois, invites applications for the position of Associate Program Director and Assistant or Associate Professor, Physician Assistant Studies.  The mission of the Midwestern University Physician Assistant (PA) Program is to develop competent, compassionate, and professional physician assistants who will make a positive impact on their patients, community, and the PA profession. The MWU PA Program values the unique life experiences and perspectives each student contributes to our program. We believe cultural humility improves patient outcomes, and we are committed to ensuring our students are well-equipped to provide patient-centered care to all the populations they may serve. Health equity and education on health care disparities are integrated into the Program curriculum to prepare students to serve...

Summary The Manager of Patient Accounts is responsible for the revenue cycle for the Multi-Specialty Clinics located in Downers Grove, Illinois. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Patient Accounts. Essential Duties and Responsibilities   Organize, direct, coordinate, and evaluate the following: clinic patient scheduling, registration, cashiering, refunds to patients and third parties, billing/collection activities, cash application, and provider insurance credentialing. Work in conjunction with University Administration, Clinic Administration and various academic programs to reach and maintain financial and accounts receivable goals, establish policies and procedures, monitor HIPAA and HiTech compliance, and develop and maintain excellent customer service. Interview, hire, train, manage, develop, and evaluate patient account staff members. Ensure that all Federal, State, and other third-party billing, collecting, and follow-up requirements and...

Summary The Sterilization Assistant is responsible for conducting proper sterilization techniques related to dental instrumentation, dental terminology, and proper infection control protocols as established by the College of Dental Medicine. This position is responsible for the dispensing, collecting, and processing of dental instruments, equipment, and consumable supplies utilized in the Dental Institute clinics. The position reports to the Supervisor of Sterilization and interacts significantly with faculty, staff, and students. Individuals in this position must be able to adapt to work schedule changes based on the hours of the clinic. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Disinfect mobile carts so that instruments can be transported to clinic dispensaries in a timely manner for both shifts. Responsible for inventory data used to maintain supplies in the department. Assist with data entry pertaining to supplies used in the dental clinic. Participate in...

The Department of Behavioral Sciences in the College of Health Sciences at Midwestern University (MWU), Downers Grove campus, invites applications for a part-time (0.5 FTE), core faculty position in the APA-accredited Psy.D. Program.  Applicants should have earned a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program and be licensed or license-eligible as a clinical or counseling psychologist in the State of Illinois. Preferred candidates will have interest or experience in teaching clinical courses focused on assessment and report writing, including projective techniques, lifespan development, biological and/or cognitive-affective bases of behavior, the history and systems of psychology and/or integrated healthcare. Faculty responsibilities include planning, developing, and teaching courses in the curriculum, academic advising, and dissertation mentoring. Service responsibilities include participation in Program, College, and University...

The Clinical Assistant Professor Faculty should have earned a DDS/DMD degree, having a minimum of five (5) years' experience in general dentistry. S/he should be committed to educating and empowering students with a wide range of clinical and academic abilities. The Clinical Assistant Professor Faculty must be eligible for and obtain licensure in the state of Illinois and must be able to obtain an unrestricted DEA license. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Clinical Education, the Clinical Faculty will: Work directly with students in the patient care clinic, supervising all areas of general Interact positively with students, treating all students as future Be competent in treating patients and demonstrating procedures on patients to students in all areas of general Be a positive role model for students in Adhere to CDMI protocols, guidelines, calibrations and policies in the delivery of dental care in the CDMI Dental Be willing to learn and demonstrate competence...

Midwestern University, Physical Therapy Institute is announcing a 12-month, full-time, clinical faculty opportunity. This clinical faculty position is at the rank of clinical assistant professor and consists primarily of patient care in an outpatient setting treating predominantly patients with orthopedic conditions including TMD and vestibular conditions. Additional responsibilities include clinical teaching, scholarship, and service. The Physical Therapy Institute is located within the Multispecialty Clinic in Downers Grove, IL. This state-of-the-art facility encompasses both teaching classrooms, patient care and research spaces. Qualifications include : 1) entry-level or transitional DPT, 2) eligibility for licensure in Illinois, 3) two years of clinical experience 4) Candidates with specialization as an orthopedic clinical specialist will enhance the candidate’s application. Job duties include, but are not limited to: Efficiently and effectively, evaluate patients,...

Summary The Practice Assistant in the College of Dental Medicine – Illinois (CDMI) assists the dentist and student dentist with examining and treating patients. The Practice Assistant in the Dental Institute is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the CDMI’s clinics, including coordinating materials, equipment, and supplies; answering patient phone calls; scheduling patient appointments; and retrieving and relaying patient phone messages to students and faculty. Incumbents in this position work in multiple areas within the CDMI’s clinics on a rotational and/or specific assignment-based system. The Practice Assistant in the Dental Institute reports directly to the Practice Assistant Supervisor and must be able to adapt to work schedule changes based on the hours of the clinic. Essential Job Functions   Professionalism & Collegiality Model and ensure professional and collegial behavior Maintain a positive working environment Provide an environment of...

Summary The Senior Administrative Assistant reports directly to the Associate Dean, Preclinical Education and is responsible for providing clerical, administrative, and project support to the Office of the Associate Dean, Preclinical Education for the College of Dental Medicine-Illinois (CDMI). The incumbent maintains a current knowledge of CDMI’s policies, processes, and procedures to ensure efficiency in the Program. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Greets and screens incoming visitors in a professional manner, managing the needs of the visitor and, where indicated, promptly notifying the appropriate person of their arrival. Efficiently and accurately coordinates, updates, and maintains calendar of events, schedules, appointments, and meetings for the faculty and the students’ quarterly and annual activities, rotations, and assignment calendars as required. Prepares a variety of technical, statistical, financial, and narrative reports, letters, memoranda, and...

Summary  The Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs provides direction and leadership for all clinical faculty, staff, and students in the Eye Institute to ensure quality student education and patient care. This position supervises and coordinates clinical operations in accordance with Midwestern University policies and procedures. The Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs demonstrates the professional skills and behaviors to promote comprehensive, cost-effective, and patient-focused care. The position provides leadership related to daily operations of the Eye Institute. The position is responsible for oversight of the clinical and education components of health care delivery, including clinical protocols and quality improvement that meet applicable laws governing licensure and certification. Administrative Duties and Responsibilities: Clinic Administration Develop and implement systems and standard operating procedures to ensure safety protocols and compliance with...

The Department of Physiology, College of Graduate Studies at Midwestern University invites applications for a full time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor . Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, have completed at least two years of post-doctoral training, and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. A strong background in general physiology is required; however preference will be given to applicants with experience teaching human renal and/or respiratory physiology. A successful candidate must demonstrate a genuine passion for teaching and a strong commitment to educating future health-care professionals. The physiology faculty team-teach in both discipline-specific and integrated basic science courses that serve students pursuing master’s degrees in biomedical sciences, and professional degrees in Osteopathic Medicine, Dental Medicine, Pharmacy, Optometry, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, and other professional...

The Assistant Professor Preclinical Faculty must have earned a DDS/DMD degree or equivalent. A minimum of 3 years of experience in general dentistry is required. The completion of a post-doctoral General Dentist Residency or training is preferred. It is preferred that the Preclinical Faculty have some minimal level of teaching experience at an academic institution and/or health center. The candidate should have clinical experience in the use of CAD/CAM, Laser and emerging technologies in dentistry. The Preclinical Assistant Professor Faculty should be a person committed to educating and empowering students with a wide range of clinical and academic abilities. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Preclinical Education, the Assistant Professor Preclinical Faculty will: Work directly with students in the simulation clinic and on scheduled times at the clinic, supervising the development of hand skills in all areas of general dentistry. Interact positively with students,...

The Assistant Professor Preclinical Faculty must have earned a DDS/DMD degree or equivalent. A minimum of 3 years of experience in general dentistry is required. The completion of a post-doctoral General Dentist Residency or training is preferred. It is preferred that the Preclinical Faculty have some minimal level of teaching experience at an academic institution and/or health center. The candidate should have clinical experience in the use of CAD/CAM, Laser and emerging technologies in dentistry. The Preclinical Assistant Professor Faculty should be a person committed to educating and empowering students with a wide range of clinical and academic abilities. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Preclinical Education, the Assistant Professor Preclinical Faculty will: Work directly with students in the simulation clinic and on scheduled times at the clinic, supervising the development of hand skills in all areas of general dentistry. Interact positively with students,...

Summary: The Department of Anatomy, College of Graduate Studies, invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Instructor of Anatomy. The Department is responsible for teaching gross anatomy, histology, embryology, and neuroscience across multiple health professions programs. The instructor will primarily support the laboratory components of departmental courses, with a particular emphasis on gross anatomy using human dissection and prosection. Responsibilities include working closely with faculty and course directors to deliver high-quality laboratory instruction and student assessment. Candidates with experience in innovative teaching approaches, including e-learning, digital content development, flipped classroom methodologies, and the implementation of emerging technologies and artificial intelligence in education are especially encouraged to apply. Opportunities for classroom lecture delivery will be available based on...

Summary A Postdoctoral Research Fellow position is immediately available to investigate the mechanisms of gut nutrient sensing and brain reward systems by intestinal Intrinsic Primary Afferent Neurons (IPANs) and their roles in obesity and diabetes development as part of an R01 funded project in Dr. Sinju Sundaresan’s laboratory at Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL. We are seeking hard-working, highly motivated, detail-oriented candidates with background in neuroscience and experience in rodent survival surgery, stereotaxic surgery, electrophysiology, rodent behavioral evaluation combining opto- or chemo-genetics, fiber-photometry, and head-mount miniature microscopy to join our research team. Experience in multi-omics, bioinformatics, and data analyses using R will be considered as assets. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently with minimal supervision within a multidisciplinary, diverse group of scientists. This postdoctoral position offers...