Jackson Park Hospital and Medical Center in Chicago has agreed to pay $80,000 to settle federal allegations of discrimination against female black staff members, according to a Chicago Sun-Times report.
An investigation led by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission found black female respiratory therapists were required to provide EKGs at the hospital when none of the male Asian-Indian respiratory therapists were asked to do the same.
In addition to the settlement, the hospital has agreed to provide training to employees in its cardiopulmonary department.
Related Articles on Hospital Settlements:
Kentucky’s Pikeville Medical Center Settles Medicare Overbilling Charges
New York Downtown Hospital Settles Medicaid Fraud, Kickback Allegations
Kentucky’s Jewish Hospital Settles Charges of Improper Medicare Billing
At the Becker's 11th Annual IT + Revenue Cycle Conference: The Future of AI & Digital Health, taking place September 14–17 in Chicago, healthcare executives and digital leaders from across the country will come together to explore how AI, interoperability, cybersecurity, and revenue cycle innovation are transforming care delivery, strengthening financial performance, and driving the next era of digital health. Apply for complimentary registration now.
