IWIRC Medical Center

IWIRC will be closed on Monday for Christmas, but will be open bright and early Tuesday.

However you celebrate, we hope you enjoy your holiday. Stay safe out there.

Happy Thanksgiving week, everyone !

IWIRC’s hours for the week:
Monday - Wednesday 7:30 to 5:30
Closed Thanksgiving Day
Closed Black Friday

Normal hours will resume the week of November 27.

Stay safe out there!

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20 surprising tips that adults wish they could tell their younger selves A study found the top 20 tips that adults would give their younger selves. Although most people live with no regrets, here are the most popular pieces of advice — with some surprises.

Thank you to all our Administrative Professionals today and everyday! You are all greatly appreciated. And a shout out to Nothing Bundt Cakes for providing the treats for our Admin staff.

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"Pennsylvania workers’ compensation claimants may now seek reimbursement for the cost of medical ma*****na used to treat work-related injuries, thanks to a precedential ruling entered by the Commonwealth Court.

A split en banc panel determined March 17, 2023, that an employer’s failure to pay its employee back for out-of-pocket ma*****na costs violated the Workers’ Compensation Act."

Pennsylvania workers' comp can reimburse medical ma*****na costs, court rules | PropertyCasualty360 The majority wrote that the dissenting judges' determination 'would eviscerate the entire [Medical Ma*****na Act].'

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5 Reasons you should join Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce
1. It helps you make business contacts
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3. It expands your network
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Join the Mix Today through March 23, 2023, for a chance to win some amazing prizes!
Visit us at WWW.peoriachamber.org to join!

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Happy to all our female employees at IWIRC Medical Center!! You're all greatly appreciated!

New location!!

New location, Same Fun! March 9th Business After Hours & Future Member Mixer has a new location, Creve Coeur Club!

Creve Coeur Club
River Station Building
200 SW Water St,
Peoria, IL

We are excited to have the Creve Coeur Club as our Business After Hours & Future Member Mixer! You will get an exclusive preview of Creve Coeur Club new location!

Food, beverages, networking , music by Brian Carroll Acoustic

Meet Chamber staff, Ambassadors, and members.
Increase your visibility, Expand your network, Connect with the business community

"Join the Mix" between 4:30PM and 6:30PM on March 9th to be eligible for prizes!

Discover what the Chamber can do for YOU!

Current and future members welcome-bring a guest!

Reminder - ATTENTION - Due to the dangerous weather conditions forecasted on Friday, December 23, 2022 IWIRC will be closed for the safety of our staff and patients. We will reopen on Tuesday, December 27. Thank you and stay safe!

ATTENTION - Due to the dangerous weather conditions forecasted on Friday, December 23, 2022 IWIRC will be closed for the safety of our staff and patients. We will reopen on Tuesday, December 27. Thank you and stay safe!

We (IWIRC) are currently looking to hire a Certified Medical Assistant or Medical Assistant. If you know of someone in that role, CMA or MA, please send them our way. Full-time; 1st shift; no weekends; no holidays; no swing shifts; PTO; benefits. Thanks!!

Happy to our 3 Nurse Practitioners Aletha, Denise, and Lorna!!

Happy National Medical Assistant Day! A big shout out and thank you to our own M.A.'s Tiffany, Tonya, and ShaQuayla for their time here at IWIRC Medical Center.

Rap v. country music debate ends in blows, but no workers' comp

According to the court, a qualifying compensable injury had to arise from more than an employee’s mere presence at the workplace.
The two combatants had already agreed that the fight had started over perceived barbs against one another’s taste in music, not moving the tools or another matter related to their work. Given these admissions, Hollis was not injured “because of his employment.”

Rap v. country music debate ends in blows, but no workers' comp | PropertyCasualty360 According to the court, a qualifying compensable injury had to arise from more than an employee’s mere presence at the workplace.

Happy National Physician Assistant Day! A big shout out and thank you to our own P.A., Chelsea Hart, for her time here at IWIRC Medical Center.

Following laid down rules and procedures at work helps to prevent avoidable accidents. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind. https://indeedhi.re/2QvaAAG

10 Workplace Safety Tips Every Employee Should Know | Indeed.com This article explains what workplace safety is, who's in charge of making sure the work environment is kept safe and lists tips for ensuring that you and your workplace are safe.

We are big on communication. We keep both employers and employees constantly updated during the care process.

Prioritizing employee health allows you to retain top talent and increases productivity. Here are some ideas your organization can try for a healthier work environment. https://bit.ly/3u3rw4t

Council Post: 16 Unique Ideas For Employee Well-Being Initiatives In 2022 When the workplace environment—whether it’s in-person or online—isn’t supportive and doesn’t promote healthy behaviors, both business outcomes and professionals’ private lives can suffer serious consequences.

Did you know that overexertion is the most common nonfatal workplace injury in America? Slips, trips and falls come in second.

We are happy to train employees to reduce workplace injuries. Call us at (309) 497-0300 to set up a training session.

Is your OSHA 300 log up to date as an employer? Here is a detailed breakdown of what cases are recordable. https://bit.ly/3OCgcnS

What Makes a Worker's Compensation Injury OSHA Reportable? What Makes a Worker's Compensation Injury OSHA Reportable?. Employers are required to maintain workers' compensation, a form of insurance that provides a replacement for an injured employee's wages and medical benefits in exchange for the employee relinquishing the right to sue the employer for the....

What measures do you have in place to prevent workplace injuries in your organization?

We help employers assess a candidate's suitability for a position by looking into their physical health. Learn more about the services we offer on our website. https://bit.ly/3NkZY1i

Occupational Health Initiative | Peoria, IL Illinois Work Injury Resource Center in Peoria, IL provides pre-employment screenings, DOT exams, training and more. For more info call (309) 497-0300.

"Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live." -Jim Rohn

Excellent place to get your dot physical I was in and out in a hour very good staff. -Mario C. on Google. Thanks Mario.

Nice article from our friends over at Unland Companies.

https://www.unland.com/2022/07/three-steps-to-preventing-falls/

Three Steps to Preventing Falls - Unland Three Steps to Preventing Falls Three Steps to Preventing Falls July 5, 2022 Unland What steps have you taken to mitigating the risk of injury to your employees? Identifying areas of risk around your workplace can keep your workers healthy and save you thousands in worker’s compensation claims. Ch...

Employees who are under a lot of stress while at work may be more prone to injuring themselves if they find it harder to focus. What are five things that managers can do to help? Read about it in this article. https://bit.ly/3wN16pt

5 ways to improve employee mental health Start here for positive and supportive workplace practices that can boost employee mental health, company morale, and your bottom line.

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