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.

Shriners Children's Chicago has a full time Department Assistant available with the POPS (Pediatric Orthotic and Prosthetics Services) group.

The pay range for this position is $21.24 hourly to $31.88 hourly. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and department equity.  

The Department Assistant is responsible for patient access, scheduling, registration, and patient discharge (including all require signatures and follow up).

Entering data into OPIE (business management program), obtaining detailed written orders (including physician signature), and audit of Work In Progress (WIP) up and through date of delivery.

Audit of EMR prior to submission to the corporate office for billing.

HS Diploma/GED is required

One-Two years of experience working in a hospital or medical office preferred
Patient registration, scheduling, and related office experience preferred
Durable Medical Equipment (Orthotics & Prosthetics) related experience (strongly preferred) 

Shriners Children’s is an EOE/Drug-Free, Smoke-Free Workplace.