Just a few of the Benefits enjoyed by PPIL employee:
- Company subsidized premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Up to 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Mission focused work
- 401k with employer matching
- 100% company-paid Life Insurance
- 100% company-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
- Professional Development awards and opportunities
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Free Medical Services at PPIL
- Pet Insurance
The Lead Reproductive Health Assistant (RHA) provides direct patient care, supervises RHA staff in absence of the Health Center Manager, trains and develops RHA staff, manages Health Center flow, and assists with Risk & Quality Management activities. This position is under the supervision of the Health Center Manager.
Essential functions:
Provide direct patient care as scheduled, in compliance with all Planned Parenthood of Illinois protocols and procedures, to include:
Planned Parenthood works affirmatively to include diversity among its workforce and does not discriminate in the selection of its staff based on factors including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, income, marital status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. We know that BIPOC and women identifying candidates are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every requirement. Please do not be deterred if your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting. We encourage you to apply anyway! You may be exactly who we are looking for!
Education
- High School Diploma or High School Equialency (HSE) required.
- Medical Assistant Certification or equivalent experience preferred.
- Additional training and/or education in reproductive health or medical services is necessary.
Experience
- Demonstrated ability in the duties and responsibilities of RHA III position.
- Previous professional experience with the provision of family planning services is necessary.
- Previous medical laboratory and/or counseling experience required, as well as familiarity with computer databases.
Personal and Professional Qualities:
- Commitment to the efficient and customer-oriented provision of services, as well as a commitment to the operating goals and philosophies of Planned Parenthood of Illinois.
- Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate with patients, the public, staff, and volunteers in a professional, warm, and sensitive manner. Bi-lingual ability in Spanish or other languages common to the area is helpful.
- High energy level, organizational skills and attention to detail required. Willingness to participate in a team approach to health care.
- Must be willing and able to work a schedule that may include evening, weekend, and additional hours, if needed. Must be willing to work at other Health Centers if needed.
- Must be willing and able to work evening and weekend hours, and to work at other PPIL centers if needed.