Clinical Assistant Jobs in Chicago, IL
Clinical assistant jobs in Chicago are concentrated across the Medical District, Streeterville, and Hyde Park, driven by the city's dense network of academic medical centers, specialty clinics, and outpatient facilities hiring through Advocate Aurora Health, The University of Chicago, and INSIGHT. Demand stays active year-round, with openings in patient care support, clinical operations, and medical office roles. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Take the next step in your career with Morrison Healthcare as an Assistant Director, Clinical & Patient Services in CHICAGO, IL!
Location: Morrison Healthcare at Cook County Health (Stroger Hospital & Provident Hospital)
Setting: Acute Care
Schedule: Monday - Friday, supports the clinical weekend rotation
Requirement: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
Position Details: We are seeking a Assistant Director, Clinical & Patient Services to provide leadership and oversight across two acute care facilities, ensuring consistent clinical nutrition practices and high-quality patient care. This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Dietitian who is looking to advance their career, expand their leadership experience, and make a meaningful impact across multiple facilities while supporting the delivery of exceptional nutrition care.
Salary: $110,000-$120,000
We go the extra mile for our Dietitians with benefits designed to support education, career growth, and professional success! Special perks include:
- Education Reimbursement – Financial support for advanced learning
- Career Advancement – Growth programs tailored to RDNs
- Board Certifications – Financial rewards for obtaining specialty certifications
- Relocation Assistance – Support when moving 50+ miles (based on location)
- Professional Membership Dues, CDR, & Licensure Coverage – We cover your professional fees
- Free CEUs – Through our nutrition education webinar series
Why Choose a Career as a Compass Group Dietitian?
Compass Group employs over 3,000 RDNs across the United States, making us one of the nation’s largest employers of Dietitians in a variety of settings:
- Hospitals and healthcare systems
- Senior living communities
- Schools and universities
- Corporate wellness programs
- Food service operations
We offer unmatched opportunities for professional growth:
- Specialization
- Leadership development
- Cross-functional career paths
The company has earned significant recognition, including being named one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for five consecutive years, and appearing on Training Magazine’s Top 125 Organizations list for six straight years.
At Compass Group, we prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth with a comprehensive benefits package:
- Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Financial Security – Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
- Retirement Ready – 401(k) and retirement plans to invest in your future
- Time Off – Flexible/Paid Time Off and holiday pay (varies by site/state), Paid Parental Leave, Personal Leave
- Exclusive Perks – Shopping discounts, commuter benefits, and more
- Wellness & Support – Employee Assistance Program, FSAs, and health programs
- Protection Plans – Identity Theft Protection and pet insurance
Job Summary
We are seeking an Assistant Director of Clinical and Patient Services to join our team in an Acute Care setting in Chicago, IL.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establishes goals and oversees implementation of patient food services and clinical nutrition services needs based upon medical direction and patient population
- Hires, trains, coaches, evaluates, and develops patient services and clinical nutrition services team members
- Fosters teamwork and establishes effective strategies to implement innovative programs which leads to optimal clinical nutrition and financial outcomes
- Monitors competency, productivity and documentation accuracy of patient services and clinical staff
- Complies with regulatory standards, including federal, state, and accrediting agencies while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and patient rights policies
- Participates in/Leads patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement Programs
Qualifications:
- Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), required
- Licensed by the State Dietetics Licensing Board in states where applicable, required
- Two (2) years of experience in healthcare as a Registered Dietitian, which includes managerial responsibilities in clinical and patient services (2 years minimum), required
- Masters Degree & CNSC certification, preferred
- Possess the necessary skills to effectively utilize Microsoft office applications, electronic medical record & diet office systems, and nutrient analysis programming
Apply to Compass Group today!
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
Associates may be eligible for additional paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Compass Group maintains a drug-free workplace.
Take the next step in your career with Morrison Healthcare as an Assistant Director, Clinical & Patient Services in CHICAGO, IL!
Location: Morrison Healthcare at Cook County Health (Stroger Hospital & Provident Hospital)
Setting: Acute Care
Schedule: Monday - Friday, supports the clinical weekend rotation
Requirement: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
Position Details: We are seeking a Assistant Director, Clinical & Patient Services to provide leadership and oversight across two acute care facilities, ensuring consistent clinical nutrition practices and high-quality patient care. This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Dietitian who is looking to advance their career, expand their leadership experience, and make a meaningful impact across multiple facilities while supporting the delivery of exceptional nutrition care.
Salary: $110,000-$120,000
We go the extra mile for our Dietitians with benefits designed to support education, career growth, and professional success! Special perks include:
- Education Reimbursement – Financial support for advanced learning
- Career Advancement – Growth programs tailored to RDNs
- Board Certifications – Financial rewards for obtaining specialty certifications
- Relocation Assistance – Support when moving 50+ miles (based on location)
- Professional Membership Dues, CDR, & Licensure Coverage – We cover your professional fees
- Free CEUs – Through our nutrition education webinar series
Why Choose a Career as a Compass Group Dietitian?
Compass Group employs over 3,000 RDNs across the United States, making us one of the nation’s largest employers of Dietitians in a variety of settings:
- Hospitals and healthcare systems
- Senior living communities
- Schools and universities
- Corporate wellness programs
- Food service operations
We offer unmatched opportunities for professional growth:
- Specialization
- Leadership development
- Cross-functional career paths
The company has earned significant recognition, including being named one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for five consecutive years, and appearing on Training Magazine’s Top 125 Organizations list for six straight years.
At Compass Group, we prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth with a comprehensive benefits package:
- Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Financial Security – Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
- Retirement Ready – 401(k) and retirement plans to invest in your future
- Time Off – Flexible/Paid Time Off and holiday pay (varies by site/state), Paid Parental Leave, Personal Leave
- Exclusive Perks – Shopping discounts, commuter benefits, and more
- Wellness & Support – Employee Assistance Program, FSAs, and health programs
- Protection Plans – Identity Theft Protection and pet insurance
Job Summary
We are seeking an Assistant Director of Clinical and Patient Services to join our team in an Acute Care setting in Chicago, IL.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establishes goals and oversees implementation of patient food services and clinical nutrition services needs based upon medical direction and patient population
- Hires, trains, coaches, evaluates, and develops patient services and clinical nutrition services team members
- Fosters teamwork and establishes effective strategies to implement innovative programs which leads to optimal clinical nutrition and financial outcomes
- Monitors competency, productivity and documentation accuracy of patient services and clinical staff
- Complies with regulatory standards, including federal, state, and accrediting agencies while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and patient rights policies
- Participates in/Leads patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement Programs
Qualifications:
- Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), required
- Licensed by the State Dietetics Licensing Board in states where applicable, required
- Two (2) years of experience in healthcare as a Registered Dietitian, which includes managerial responsibilities in clinical and patient services (2 years minimum), required
- Masters Degree & CNSC certification, preferred
- Possess the necessary skills to effectively utilize Microsoft office applications, electronic medical record & diet office systems, and nutrient analysis programming
Apply to Compass Group today!
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
Associates may be eligible for additional paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Compass Group maintains a drug-free workplace.
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Who's Hiring
- Advocate Aurora Health15
- The University of Chicago10
- INSIGHT5
- Concentra5
- The IMA5
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
Clinical Assistant Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a clinical assistant job in Chicago?
Focus your search on Chicago's major hiring corridors: the Illinois Medical District on the Near West Side, Streeterville's hospital row, and the University of Chicago Medicine campus in Hyde Park. Academic medical centers, federally qualified health centers, and multispecialty outpatient groups tend to hire the most. Candidates who hold a CMA or CCMA credential, have phlebotomy or EHR experience, and can commute to these dense clinical hubs consistently stand out in the local market.
Which companies hire clinical assistants in Chicago?
Chicago clinical assistant roles are posted by Advocate Aurora Health, The University of Chicago, and INSIGHT and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Chicago's employer mix skews toward large academic health systems, federally qualified health centers serving diverse neighborhoods, and growing outpatient specialty groups.
Are there remote clinical assistant jobs in Chicago?
Yes, but only for specific functions. Hands-on patient care roles are almost entirely on-site, while prior authorization, care coordination, and health information tasks can sometimes be done remotely. About 0% of clinical assistant openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with most of those roles sitting in utilization management or administrative care support functions at larger health systems.
How can I get a clinical assistant job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Chicago is through community health centers and federally qualified health centers, such as those serving the South and West sides, which regularly hire trainees and entry-level medical assistants. City Colleges of Chicago also partners with local clinics for externship placements that convert to hire. Volunteering at a community clinic or completing a phlebotomy certificate at Malcolm X College adds concrete Chicago-specific credentials that local hiring managers recognize.
Which industries hire the most clinical assistants in Chicago?
Most clinical assistant openings in Chicago sit in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Chicago's role as a major academic medicine hub and its large underserved populations served by community health networks both amplify demand across those sectors consistently.
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