Employment Opportunities

IHA is committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants. As a federal contractor, we take affirmative action to employ and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Current Opportunities


Pharmacist-Emergency/ICU RN – Specialist in Poison Information (Chicago)

Are you a pharmacist or ED/ICU nurse looking for an exciting career? If so, we want to hear from you! Illinois Health and Hospital Association is seeking a Specialist in Poison Information for its Illinois Poison Center (IPC) program. Since 1953, the IPC has been saving lives and improving care for Illinoisans by working to reduce the incidence and injury of poisoning throughout the state.

At the IPC, no day is alike. One morning, you may help panicky parents whose child has eaten something they shouldn’t. In the afternoon, you might advise a clinician from an Illinois Hospital who is caring for a poisoned patient. You’ll also further the state’s public health efforts by helping to track a variety of outbreaks and poisoning cases. 

The IPC team shares a passion for healthcare and a love of learning. You will be trained to help Illinoisans and Healthcare Providers regarding potentially harmful substances like medications, chemicals, plants, and mushrooms, and you’ll learn what to do for someone suffering from poisonous bug bites, stings and more. By working side-by-side with toxicology specialists who have decades of experience in the field, you’re guaranteed to learn something new every day. 

Aside from the satisfaction of improving the lives and health of residents across the state, the IPC offers a generous compensation package that includes health insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits, and more.

Please see below for the position’s educational requirements and more details about the role.

The Illinois Poison Center (IPC) of the Illinois Health and Hospital Association seeks a Specialist in Poison Information to work for the longest established and largest poison center in the U.S. This individual answers and triages emergency poison exposure calls and information requests from the general public and health care providers. Accountable for efficient, timely and accurate responses and documentation and follow-up to incoming poison information/exposure calls. Receives in-house training in the field of clinical toxicology and preparation for the national poison specialist certification exam. Participates in IPC’s robust professional education program, which precepts pharmacy and medical students and residents.

Doctorate in Pharmacy or medicine (Must be licensed in the state of Illinois within 6 months of start date); Masters level Physician Assistant; or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Pharmacy licensed in the state of Illinois with three or more years of critical care or emergency department experience. Exemplary clinical pharmacology and calculations skills required. Exemplary organizational, communication, and conflict management skills in a fast-paced environment.  Maturity, tactfulness and sensitivity to confidential situations. Proficient computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office, database management programs, and the internet. Incumbent must sit for the APC Certified Specialist in Poison Information Exam during the first qualifying exam cycle, and pass the exam within 2 attempts. Performance of job responsibilities may exceed regular work hours including day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday hours, and may require last minute schedule changes or frequent schedule alterations. 

We offer an excellent benefits package. Qualified candidates must apply online: Click here to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.

Posted: 10/15/24 

Claims Specialist, Medical Malpractice (Naperville with remote work from home options)

The Illinois Health and Hospital Association seeks a Claims Specialist, Medical Malpractice responsible for assisting the Claims and Litigation Supervisors, Senior Claims and Litigation Supervisors and AVP, Claims by processing claims documents and maintaining claim files, processing correspondence, preparing reinsurance reports, processing legal invoices, assisting in ascertaining and documenting relevant facts relating to professional and general liability claims. 

The ideal candidate will have a background working as a Claims Specialist, Assistant, Analyst or similar role with an insurance company or working at a law firm or corporation processing claims or legal related documents.  The ideal candidate will possess a desire to work in a hybrid work environment with the med mal claims and litigation team.  

Associate’s degree or a minimum of 2 years’ experience.  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and good interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.  Team player who can manage multiple projects.  Weekly presence in an IHA office is required. 

We offer a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. Qualified candidates must apply online: Click here to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.

Posted: 9/26/24

Executive Assistant to the President (Naperville with remote work from home options)
The Illinois Health and Hospital Association seeks an Executive Assistant responsible for providing comprehensive support to the President & CEO and Board of Trustees.  Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the Executive Assistant provides executive support in a one-on-one working relationship.  This dynamic position requires the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions to problems with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in a manner that reflects positively on the President & CEO and the organization. 

The ideal candidate will possess a strong service orientation, as well as a desire to partner with the President & CEO and serve the Board of Trustees and hospital members.

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum four years of professional experience is required.  An additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of education.  Experience providing administrative support to C-level staff is required, as well as strong critical thinking, multi-tasking, and verbal/written communication skills.  The ability to work independently, meet deadlines, work under pressure and demonstrate high attention to detail when preparing presentations, agendas, reports, special projects and other documents is also required.  The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, excel in a team and collaborative culture, and be a technology enthusiast with advanced Microsoft Office skills.  Demonstrated experience in partnering with executives and anticipating their needs, as well as the ability to perform additional duties as needed, is important.  Association and/or healthcare background, as well as board experience, is preferred. Weekly presence in an IHA office is required. 

We offer a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. Qualified candidates must apply online: Click here to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.

Posted: 9/5/24


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