Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.

Shriners Children’s Chicago offers specialized care for a wide range of pediatric orthopedic, bone and joint conditions, including rare diseases and syndromes. Other specialties include spine and scoliosis care, plastic surgery, cleft lip and palate care, comprehensive rehabilitation and spinal cord injuries.

Schedule: Full-Time Day Shift- 1.0 FTE

Shift: 8:00am - 4:30pm- Mon-Fri 

Shriners Children's Chicago has an opportunity for an Administrative Assistant, Orthotics & Prosthetics.  Join a team of professionals committed to improving children's lives.  Our top healthcare professionals excel in their practices and provide compassionate, family-centered care to children who need it most.

The pay range for this position is $21.24/hour - $26.56/hour. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and departmental equity. 

• Patient Access, Scheduling, Registration and patient discharge (including all required signatures and follow up).
• Insurance verification and authorization approval for POPS services.
• Entering data into OPIE, obtaining detailed written orders (including physician signature), audit of work in progress (WIP) through date of delivery.
• Provides estimates of fees to families, including discussing their financial obligation (when appropriate) including financial counseling and means testing when indicated.
• Audit of EMR prior to submission for billing.
• Provides secretarial and clerical support for the department managers and staff to ensure the smooth and efficient flow of work within the department.
• Performs various clerical support tasks on an ongoing basis.

This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Education

High School diploma required 

Skills and Experience

1 year administrative experience required, preferably in a health care setting. 

Orthotics and Prosthetics prior exposure very beneficial.

Skilled with computers and data entry i.e., Microsoft Office, Excel & Word.

Proficient in EMR systems.