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Job Opportunities at ACHE
February 3, 2012
No job opportunities at this time.
While the above-listed criteria are those considered the minimum
qualifications for an ideal candidate for the position, ACHE reserves
the right to deviate from these criteria in special circumstances.
As such, if you believe that you are qualified for the position despite
not meeting all of the above-listed criteria, you should contact Human
Resources.
To apply, please fax or send a resume indicating position of interest
to:
Human Resources
American College of Healthcare Executives
One North Franklin Street, Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: (312) 424-9341
Fax:(312) 424-0023
E-mail: hr-recruitment-so@ache.org
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Founded in 1933, the American College of Healthcare Executives is
an international professional society of 30,000 healthcare executives
who lead our nation's hospitals, healthcare systems, and other healthcare
organizations. ACHE is known for its prestigious credentialing and
educational programs and its annual Congress on Healthcare Management,
which draws more than 4,000 participants each year. ACHE is also known
for its journal, the Journal of Healthcare Management, and magazine, Healthcare
Executive, as well as ground-breaking research and career development
and public policy programs. ACHE’s publishing division, Health
Administration Press, is one of the largest publishers of books and
journals on all aspects of health services management in addition to
textbooks for use in college and university courses. Through such efforts,
ACHE works toward its goal of being the premier professional society
for healthcare leaders by providing exceptional value to its members.
Vision
To be the premier professional society for healthcare executives dedicated to
improving healthcare delivery.
Mission
To advance our members and healthcare managmement excellence.
Programs, Products, and Services
- Educational Programs: ACHE produces
more than 40 educational offerings on today’s most pertinent
issues in healthcare management. These programs are offered in the
form of seminars, conferences, online programs, audio conferences,
and on-location programs. ACHE’s largest educational event is
the annual Congress on Healthcare Management—the premier educational
and networking event for healthcare executives.
- Publications: ACHE is committed
to providing high-quality publications on all aspects of healthcare
management. The Journal of Healthcare Management, as well
as other journals and books from its publishing division, Health
Administration Press, keep healthcare executives up-to-date on the
latest healthcare issues, challenges, and opportunities to help advance
their careers and assist their organizations in maintaining a leading
edge. ACHE also publishes a bimonthly magazine, Healthcare Executive, and
monographs of research efforts providing insight into the latest
trends occurring in the healthcare field.
- Career Management Resources: ACHE’s
Healthcare Executive Career Resource Center offers comprehensive
career services, including leadership assessment tools, career development
programs and resources, and personalized career planning assistance.
ACHE also offers an online job bank and resume bank for its affiliates.
- Credentialing Programs: Membership
in ACHE translates into a commitment to the highest standards in
the profession of healthcare management. Becoming board certified
in healthcare management by obtaining the CHE (Certified Healthcare
Executive) credential or by earning ACHE’s highest credential,
FACHE (Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives),
demonstrates that commitment to excellence.
ACHE Divisions
- Communications
- Education
- Executive Office
- Finance and Administration
- Health Administration Press
- Management Information Systems
- Membership
- Regional Services
- Research
Standards of Excellence for Staff
The Standards of Excellence for Staff are embraced within ACHE’s
continuous quality improvement efforts and are carried out throughout
the organization.
Service: We are committed to exceeding the expectations
of our affiliates and co-workers in a helpful and courteous manner.
Quality: We strive to do things right the first time
and always look for ways to improve.
Integrity: We perform our jobs in an ethical manner,
with honesty, sincerity, and respect for others. We value diversity,
recognizing and honoring the differences among others.
Responsibility: We do what we say we are going to
do and take ownership of our work and our behavior.
Timeliness: We promptly respond to affiliates because
they are our highest priority; we meet or exceed all deadlines and
help our co-workers do the same.
Professionalism: We consistently demonstrate behavior
that is worth emulating and reflects well on the organization.
Teamwork: We work and communicate effectively with
others to get the job done and to bring out the best in each other
and the organization.
Resourcefulness: We search for the best ways to respond
to our affiliates’ needs because we know we do not stand alone
in the marketplace—healthcare executives have other resources
to which they can turn for professional service.
Fiscal Responsibility: We use our resources wisely
and efficiently to achieve our goals.
Development: We are dedicated to enhancing our professional
and personal knowledge and skills, and to assisting our co-workers
in their development efforts.
Commitment to Diversity
As a co-founder of the Institute for Diversity in Health Management,
ACHE has demonstrated its commitment to workplace diversity. The Institute
works to increase the number of ethnic minorities in health services
administration and to improve opportunities for professionals already
in the healthcare field. ACHE also exhibits a commitment to diversity
through its publications, educational programs, research, and recruiting
efforts. In addition, ACHE sponsors a Diversity Summer Internship and
conducts ongoing diversity programming and events for staff.
Location
ACHE is located in downtown Chicago, Ill. (the Loop), and is within
walking distance of all forms of public transportation.
Working Environment
ACHE offers a stable, professional work environment and beautiful offices
in Chicago’s Loop. Employees have access to the latest technology
and are given all the resources necessary to perform their jobs.
The normal workweek is 37.5 hours, Monday through Friday, on flexible
time shifts between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Size of Staff: 102
Benefits
ACHE offers the following types of benefits to all full-time employees:
- Choice of two types of health and dental insurance plans
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that combines all time off, whether it is for
vacation, personal time, a doctor’s appointment, family emergency,
bereavement leave, or an occasional illness (New employees accrue
18 days per year.)
- 10 holidays each year
- Term life insurance coverage
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) plan and retirement contribution
- Staff Incentive Compensation Plan
- Employee Referral Program
- Adoption assistance
- Professional Development Award
- Service Award
- Employee Achievement Award
- Business travel accident insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
Professional Development Opportunities
- Tuition Assistance: ACHE offers tuition reimbursement to
a maximum of $5,250 per calendar year for courses leading to a baccalaureate
or advanced degree. Employees are eligible after 6 months of continuous
service.
- Professional Development: ACHE encourages employees to enroll
in special courses of study, such as seminars and workshops that
will enhance their job performance. ACHE also provides internal staff
development opportunities on an ongoing basis.
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