Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Pharmacy Services- Administration
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $63.23 - $99.59 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Clinical pharmacy services will be provided to the malignant hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology, and stem cell therapy (SCT) recipients and/or the family/caregivers of SCT recipients during inpatient hospitalization for cancer, chemotherapy and its complications and all phases of SCT. Clinical pharmacy services will be provided in collaboration with pediatric pharmacists for pediatric oncology. The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacy service will include identifying, solving and preventing medication related problems in the hematology/oncology/SCT population. The SCT pharmacist will provide education regarding the safe and effective use of medications in the post allogeneic SCT population to the healthcare team, patients and families and will facilitate the processing of chemotherapy for patients admitted to the hospital.
Other information:
Qualifications (Hematology/Oncology/SCT):
Required Job Qualifications:
•Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
•Illinois Pharmacist License (or eligibility to be licensed in Illinois)
•Post Graduate ASHP Year Two Pharmacy Residency in Hematology/Oncology
•Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties Board Certification Board of Oncology Pharmacy Specialty Certification (BCOP) prior to or within 18 months of hire
•BLS Certification
•Knowledge in intravenous admixture services, intravenous drug therapy and chemotherapy and cellular therapies.
•Must be able to work effectively with others to provide safe and effective drug therapy
•Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and quickly in responding to and resolving a wide range of problems.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•ACLS Certification (or shall be obtained upon hire)
•Doctor of Pharmacy degree and residency certificate
•Experience and strong knowledge base in chemotherapy
Responsibilities:
Outpatient care:
1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will:
a.Be available as needed during the evaluation phase if any multidisciplinary team member feels a consult is needed by the hematology/oncology pharmacist.
b.Participate in development of patient education materials with multidisciplinary team members in preparing patients for SCT.
c.Be available on a consultative basis to the outpatient SCT clinic on patients with immunosuppression problems identified by any multidisciplinary transplant team member.
Inpatient Acute Care:
1.The hematology, oncology, gyne/onc and SCT pharmacists:
a.Attends interdisciplinary rounds for malignant hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT daily to assist the respective team with the design, implementation and monitoring of medication regimens.
b.Reviews drug therapy to ensure appropriate use, dose, dosage form, regimen, route, therapeutic duplication, drug allergies, drug interactions and cost-effective therapy.
c.Reconciles home medications for admitted patients.
d.Discusses medication order clarifications with the prescriber/healthcare team and document any changes in patient and pharmacy records to inform others of medication order changes.
e.Provides individual patient/family counseling on medication regimens, adherence to medication regimens and adverse effects of medication regimens to patients/caregivers prior to discharge of allogeneic SCT patients and other patients deemed appropriate and document in the electronic medical record.
f.Provides pharmacokinetic consultations as required. Kinetic notes are written for every new start of vancomycin or an aminoglycoside and for dose modifications.
g.Prevents, detects monitors, documents and reports adverse drug reactions and medication errors.
h.Reviews chemotherapy orders for hematology, oncology, gyne/onc, and SCT patients receiving chemotherapy inpatient.
i.Available to nursing staff for questions on medication orders.
j.Order verification/in-basket messages for assigned units.
k.PM staffing required, frequency based on departmental need.
l.Changing medications from IV to PO as appropriate.
m.Assist with facilitating chemotherapy desensitizations in the MICU.
Discharge Planning (Inpatient Acute Care):
1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will:
a.Participate in discharge planning and discuss relevant changes to the home medication list prior to discharge with the team and/or the patient as required.
b.Help facilitate discharge planning for smooth transition to outpatient pharmacies or alternate site of care.
c.Assist in assessing insurance coverage and assist in prior authorization for medications (when necessary) in advance of discharge.
Other responsibilities (Hematology/Oncology/SCT):
1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will:
a.Act as the pharmacy liaison to the Cancer Center.
b.Coordinate pharmacy participation in hematology/oncology, SCT and gynecology/oncology-related committees.
c.Actively participate in multidisciplinary hematology service meetings.
d.Actively participate in multidisciplinary SCT service meetings.
e.Provide updates in therapeutics to the hematology, oncology programs as needed via memos, presentations and one on one communications.
f.Provide education to the interdisciplinary round team members on relevant medication topics as needed (e.g. neutropenic fever).
g.Participate in quality improvement initiatives for the hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT programs.
h.Actively participate in outcomes-based research for the hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT programs
i.Participate in coverage of Heme/Onc Clinical Pharmacist pager.
Other responsibilities (Department of Pharmacy):
1.The hematology/oncology pharmacist will:
a.Provide updates in transplant therapeutics to the Department of Pharmacy as needed via memos, presentations and one on one communications.
b.Assist with chemotherapy monographs, Epic builds, guidelines for use for newly approved chemotherapy agents.
c.Precept Introductory to Pharmacy Practice (IPPE) students, Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) students, Pharmacy Practice (PGY1) Residents and Specialty (PGY2) Residents on rotation in the hematology/oncology/SCT specialty area.
d.Be available for drug distribution and order verification support as needed.
e.Work with the pharmacy operations manager regarding chemotherapy workflow issues.
f.Work with pharmacy informatics to improve chemotherapy workflow and safety.
g.Assist in the review of pharmacy policies impacting chemotherapy processes.
h.Participate in multidisciplinary Clinical Resource Management meetings for areas of specialty.
Promote and demonstrate rational, cost-effective drug therapy:
1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will:
a.Develop, implement and monitor hematology/oncology/SCT-related clinical protocols and guidelines.
b.Identify and implement drug therapy where positive pharmacoeconomic impact could be achieved. The ultimate goal is to develop and assure cost-effective clinical pathways.
c.Present relevant drug therapies at the hospital Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and will serve on the Chemotherapy Pharmacy and Therapeutics Subcommittee.
d.Document clinical interventions and cost-avoidance as part of the pharmacy departmental documentation (I-Vent) program.
e.Monitor the use of expensive medications to assure use consistent with approved criteria.
f.Anticipate changes in drug therapy and report the potential impact it will represent to the overall hospital and drug budget.
Universal Pharmacist Responsibilities:
1.Order Approval
2.Staffing (weekday, weekend, and holiday)
3.Aseptic technique
4.Document I-vents
5.Distribution systems (Pyxis, carousels, etc.)
6.Anticoagulation dosing/monitoring
7.Antibiotic dosing
8.Pharmacokinetics
9.Narcotics
10.Code blue pager coverage
11.Crash cart checking
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Vascular Access Nursing
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 7:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $43.55 - $66.88 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Vascular Access Nurse expertly provides and coordinates IV therapy and care for a group of patients that includes assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation. The Vascular Access Nurse serves as a role model for other clinical nursing staff and collaborates with the Interventional Radiology Team. The Vascular Access Nurse exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. The Vascular Access Nurse is accountable to demonstrate and continue to develop proficiency (both knowledge and skill) specific to all types of vascular access. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure
• Baccalaureate degree in nursing.
• Minimum two years previous PICC experience.
• Knowledge of current IV therapies and access devices.
Skills:
• Analytical and critical thinking ability.
• Excellent IV, PICC, Central Line, Midline insertion skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the insertion of PIV with the use of ultrasound guidance.
• Communication skill is required in order to lead, teach, and motivate others.
• Interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
• Current BLS certification. BLS certification must remain current throughout employment.
• Vascular Access Board Certified, VA-BC required and/or Certified Registered Nurse Infusionist, CRNI.
• Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter, PICC certificate.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Master's in Nursing.
Physical Demands:
• Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
• Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
• The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimen, images or reports is required.
• Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
Assesses patient status
•Assesses patient IV status upon referral and throughout hospitalization.
•Assesses patient/family's complex learning needs related to IV access and therapy.
•Identifies and considers the multisystem effects of disease processes on patient and offers appropriate IV access.
•Assesses age specific needs using knowledge of growth and development.
Plans the delivery of IV access for patients in coordination with the healthcare team.
•Develops and revises individualized plans of care related to IV access & device types that address complex and age specific, physical, psychosocial, and learning needs of each patient/family.
•Establishes priorities for caseload and guides others.
•Coordinates complex cases with the necessary range of interdisciplinary resources.
•Involves the patient and family in decision-making relating to long-term access devices.
•Evaluates patient/family progress toward identified outcomes related to IV therapy.
Implements nursing and prescribed medical interventions and evaluates patient/family response to treatment.
•Expedites the delivery of appropriate IV therapy throughout the hospital for complex patient access.
•Takes appropriate nursing action in emergencies.
•Guides others through the use of formal/informal communication systems.
•Participates in the implementation of patient/family teaching plans related to IV therapy.
•Facilitates and documents patient/family information in a clear, concise and accurate manner.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the IV nursing plan of care.
•Evaluates patient/family progress toward identified outcomes.
Contributes to teamwork within the team/division of nursing.
•Reconfigures IV staff assignments to maximize the use of staff.
•Serves as resource during change process.
•Facilitates achievement of team/division goals.
•Presents inservices and functions as a resource in area of clinical expertise.
•Collaborates with Faculty and Clinical Educators in instruction/evaluation of students/staff.
Participates in quality improvement processes.
•Collaborates in the quality improvement process by collecting and analyzing data for specific projects, as delegated.
•Monitors compliance with standards set by regulatory groups such as IDPH, JCAHO, etc. with regard to IV services and infection control.
Supports the Rush mission.
•Continually improves personal skills to ensure the highest quality patient care, education of patients, staff and students and research.
•Treats patients, visitors and staff in a caring manner with respect and dignity. Exhibits the spirit of team in working with other Rush staff.
•Demonstrates a willingness to accept positive and negative feedback and changes behavior as indicated.
•Utilizes the resources of the Medical Center in a responsible manner to accomplish daily work.
Carries out the components of performance necessary for successful Rush employees
•Attends training and educational programs identified by Rush as necessary for this position.
•Provides age appropriate care, as necessary. Maintains a safe and orderly work environment.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Food And Nutr Srvcs-Clin Nutr
Work Type: Part Time (Total FTE between 0. 5 and 0. 89)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $29.36 - $42.61 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Clinical Dietitian 1 is responsible for providing medical nutrition therapy for patients at Rush. Active participation in the treatment process is essential as the Clinical Dietitian 1 interacts with patients and members of the healthcare team. This role will care for patient populations that are frequently unable to meet nutritional requirements orally, requiring enteral nutrition (EN) or parenteral nutrition (PN). This may include, but is not limited to, post-surgical, critically ill, neonatal, pediatric, and geriatric patients. The Clinical Dietitian 1 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and I CARE values, and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s Degree required
•Master of Science Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics or health care related field OR Bachelor’s Degree required in Nutrition or Dietetics or health care related field and two years clinical experience post-credentialing if RDN credential and license obtained prior to January 1, 2024.
•Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
•Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist, State of Illinois
•Must have academic preparation and/or experience in program management and in the care of persons with chronic disease
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
•Travel to ambulatory satellite clinic sites as needed
Abilities:
50% of time sitting, 50% of time walking or standing.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It shall not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Responsibilities:
•Manages nutrition care activities by utilizing the nutrition care process and nutrition-focused physical examinations.
•Provides age-appropriate medical nutrition therapy for malnourished patients on a timely basis.
•Monitor patient status and implement changes in nutrition therapy to achieve optimal nutritional status as needed.
•Provides evidence-based nutrition counseling/education. Evaluates scientific literature and applies this information to clinical practice. Participates in the evaluation and/or development of educational materials.
•Maintains compliance with regulatory agencies.
•Maintains standards of care and follows the Code of Ethics as mandated by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the State of Illinois, and Rush Clinical Nutrition Services.
•Participates as a vital member of the multidisciplinary health care team. Contributes current nutrition information to other practitioners through in-services, rounds, care conferences, and meetings. Serves as the expert clinician in his/her area of practice and as an essential resource for other practitioners from other disciplines.
• Provides enteral feedings and/or parenteral nutrition per protocol. Closely monitors patients for feeding and/or parenteral nutrition complications. Adjusts feedings and/or parenteral nutrition orders to ensure optimal intake.
•Communicates nutrition care plan to external health care facilities or other clinicians.
•Serves as a preceptor for educating dietetics students and other healthcare professionals on evidence-based medical nutrition therapy.
•Contributes to departmental initiatives to accomplish mission and vision
•Contributes to review of clinical nutrition protocols and procedures
•Supports nutrition related research and quality improvement projects to ensure practicing at height of scope for credential
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: RUMC OP Infusion Ctr Lisle HDM
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $18.87 - $29.73 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Pharmacy Technician 2 Certified performs duties such as prescription data entry, labeling, preparing and filling of medication orders for patients of the retail pharmacy. Such medication orders are prepared up to the point of final checking and dispensing by registered pharmacists. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Current State of Illinois Pharmacy Technician licensure required.
• Current PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) required and/or EXCPT
• Individuals licensed BEFORE January 1, 2008 are grandfathered; they are not required to become nationally certified or hold the "Certified" designation to continue working as a registered pharmacy technician in Illinois.
• At least two years of experience in a customer service-oriented pharmacy environment or related field.
• Excellent data entry skills.
• Flexibility with work schedule.
• Good problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and quickly in responding to and resolving a wide range of problems.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Dependable in attendance and job performance.
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Team player with a positive attitude and work ethic.
• Ability to use telephone, computer systems, laminar air flow hoods, copiers, fax machines, calculator and other office equipment as necessary.
Physical Demands:
• Normal office, warehouse and clinical environments.
• May be exposed to certain hazardous materials, including but not limited to blood-borne pathogens, chemotherapeutic agents, cleaning and sanitizing agents.
Responsibilities:
• Recognizes and identifies various classes of drugs and their generic and trade names.
• Assists pharmacists in coordinating and scheduling preparation of sterile admixtures.
• Performs pharmaceutical math with understanding and accuracy, including: fundamental math functions, common apothecary and metric conversions, pharmaceutical dose calculations, and parenteral dose calculations.
• Familiar with abbreviation symbols and equivalents used in pharmacy communications.
• Understands various drugs' storage requirements, dosage forms and compounding techniques. Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of extemporaneous compounding skills.
• Possesses proficient data entry skills. Demonstrates essential computer skills such as order entry, label generation, drug pricing, and third party billing. Prioritizes workload to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Recognizes various billing plan codes and which drugs are covered under these different plans.
• Assists in looking up information to answer general information questions. Refers questions regarding drug information or patient specific questions to a pharmacist.
• Ensures the I.V. preparation room and related equipment are cleaned, calibrated and maintained per organizational policy and procedure.
• Updates/revises patient inventory usage numbers in the computer based on actual usage, change in orders, and communication with other team members.
• Remains alert to customer needs and provides prompt, courteous customer service.
• Responds to and resolves patient/customer problems in an appropriate and timely fashion using proper channels.
• Maintains work area in an organized and orderly fashion, including facing of shelves and returning medications to shelves.
• Checks and maintains adequate supply of stock necessary to fill prescriptions. Orders stock well in advance of running out. Follows up with stock back orders and processes balance-due prescriptions.
• Maintains CE hours required to retain CPhT certification.
• Attends department meetings as scheduled.
• Performs other duties as assigned
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Health Systems Management-CHS
Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0. 5)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 4 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 12:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $40.00 - $75.00 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Adjunct Faculty members are assigned specific courses to teach based on their specialty education and experience. This is a temporary, part-time position and Adjunct Faculty members may work as needed. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Master’s degree or earned Doctorate in applicable area to the profession required. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required for Instructor-level roles.
•Excellent skills in classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical instruction and evaluation.
•Knowledge and experience with Web-Based education when applicable.
•Excellent communication and organizational abilities in managing class functions, clinical sites as applicable, and students.
•Excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities.
•Ability to consistently instruct and counsel students in an informative and professional manner.
•Able and willing to learn new skills as needed, especially to work with new instructional technologies.
•Ability to develop and implement courses and programs.
•Ability to organize and implement effective teaching assignments.
Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
•Develops and maintains courses, and other content areas in the curriculum in accordance with national accreditation standards.
•Instructs and assists in multiple courses in the program as assigned.
•Develops and seeks outcomes assessments for the program and courses taught.
•Interacts with existing programs in the department and teaches as assigned in these programs.
•Other duties as assigned.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Oak Park, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Oak Park
Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital
Department: Laboratory
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 4
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (2:30:00 PM - 6:30:00 AM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $38.02 - $55.18 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Supervises the technical operations of the laboratory, including resource and personnel management. Performs complex laboratory testing and serves as technical specialist. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology/Sciences
• 5 years relevant experience in a Hospital Laboratory
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• MT(ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) certificate
Physical Demands:
• Able to work in past pace, often stressful, computerized environment.
• Able tolift 15 lbs. and perform repetitive motions.
• Works in laboratory with exposure to potentially infectious materials.
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Competencies:
• Knowledge of Medical Laboratory Sciences in order to supervise testing in a Laboratory area competently
Responsibilities:
• Supervises high complexity testing, QC procedures, proficiency surveys, and instrument checks.
• Performs complex laboratory testing with no assistance.
• Ensures that equipment is maintained and operated safely and accurately.
• Demonstrates ability to manage workflow, recognize quality control values and respond appropriately to outliers, be a technical resource person, recognize instrument/assay problems, and maintain technical proficiency.
• Maintains Policy and Procedure Manuals. Updates as needed.
• Directs or performs inventory of necessary supplies and ensures timely preparation of purchase requisitions.
• Enforces compliance with all policies, standard operating procedures, and regulations related to routine operations.
• Directs training of new employees such that performance levels meet expectations.
• Appraises employee competency and performance and conducts performance reviews.
• Reviews computer generated reports at the appropriate times.
• Accepts special projects and completes them as assigned.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Pediatric Psychology - Postdoctoral Fellowship
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, IL
Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications to the Postdoctoral Fellowship in Pediatric Psychology.
Position Overview
The Division of Pediatric Psychology, in collaboration with the Division of Neonatology and Department of Health Systems Management, at Rush University Medical Center (RUMC) is currently accepting applications for a full-time, one- or two-year post-doctoral fellowship for the 2026-2028 academic years.
· The fellowship is a combined clinical and research position, with approximately 3 ½ days per week dedicated to clinical research as a member of the Division of Neonatology’s Reducing Disparity in Receipt of Mother’s Own Milk (ReDiMOM) team, and 1 ½ days dedicated to clinical work within the Division of Pediatric Psychology.
· The ReDiMOM project is a series of R01 studies aimed at determining the effectiveness of an economic intervention to reduce the disparity in mother’s own milk feedings at time of discharge from the NICU for very preterm infants.
· The fellow will join two of ReDiMOM’s follow-up studies focused on assessing neurodevelopmental outcomes of former preterm infants at later ages (20 months’ corrected age through six years old).
· Because home visits are offered to families in these studies, the fellow will be expected to be available on some evenings and weekends as needed.
· In addition to administering developmental assessments, the fellow will be an active member of the research team engaged in a variety of other roles such as study enrollment, data collection and analysis, and manuscript development.
· Ample opportunities for presentations and publication are expected.
· Start date is July 2026 with some flexibility. Applications will be evaluated as they are received.
The Division of Pediatric Psychology provides a wide range of intervention, assessment, and consultation services across settings. Our division also supports an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship program. Primary clinical responsibilities for this portion of the position include conducting developmental and psychological evaluations with children ages 8 months to 10 years old who present with a wide range of developmental and medical conditions, as well as providing consultation services to families of infants hospitalized in the NICU. Opportunities to supervise predoctoral psychology residents and to engage in program development or quality improvement initiatives may also be available.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have:
· A doctoral degree (PhD; PsyD) in clinical psychology and have completed an APA-approved internship.
· Significant experience with developmental and psychological testing with young (8 months – 6 years) children and must be proficient in use of the Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development.
· Experience with other measures, such as the Wechsler Scales and Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, is also strongly preferred.
RUMC is located in the Near West Side of Chicago. We recognize our privilege of caring for historically marginalized and underserved populations and seek candidates who are passionate about addressing and eliminating the structural heath inequities that our patients have and continue to endure. We also believe that patient care is improved through a diverse workforce. As such, we strongly encourage candidates from all racial, ethnic, gender, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply for this position. Bilingual-English-Spanish applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities.
Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities.
Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U. S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year.
All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years.
Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all.
Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, knowledge and skills; relevant experience and training; education, certifications, and licensure; primary work location; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1. 0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role, as well as additional compensation such as sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.
Pay Range: $63,000 - $65,000
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Access Center Primary Care
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $18.87 - $29.73 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The RUSH Access Center Specialist I manages all clinical and non-clinical calls and performs clinic activities including routine and advanced scheduling, basic triage, message taking, and referral management. The RUSH Access Center Specialist I collaborates with Access Center team members and practice staff to meet overall access, revenue cycle and scheduling objectives while exceeding customers’ expectations. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
High School Diploma required.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in patient care or related setting such as clinic, ambulatory care center, medical call center, or physician office strongly preferred.
Bilingual skills a plus.
Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) preferred.
Skills:Excellent communication and outstanding customer service and listening skills required. Critical thinking, sound judgment and strong problem-solving skills essential. Must be team-oriented, open minded, flexible, and willing to learn. Strong attention to detail and accuracy required. Need the ability to type 40 WPM and process basic Microsoft Office, Outlook and Word experience.
Abilities:Ability to prioritize and function effectively, efficiently and accurately in a multi-tasking, complex, fast paced and challenging call center environment. Ability to act responsibly and quickly with sound judgement when problem solving. Ability to utilize Epic Cadence efficiently. Employees hired into this role must successfully pass the Epic scheduling test. Ability to listen to patients and process needs while simultaneously documenting in Epic.
Disclaimer:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
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Responsibilities:
1.Answers all telephone calls within your work assignment as designated by your leadership with the goals of accurately scheduling patients as determined by departmental and Epic guidelines.
2.Evaluates non-scheduling related patient inquiries including clinical related calls; routes and escalates all inquiries following departmental and epic clinical guidelines inclusive of warm transfers to RN triage and/or to clinics.
3.Assesses the caller’s need and responds with critical judgment and ensures the appropriate resolution for the inquiry or issue. Understands when to escalate calls to nurse, and/or RUSH Access Center leadership.
4.Responsible for leveraging Salesforce and Genesys platforms to optimize patient interactions and workflow efficiency. Ensures accurate documentation, routing, and resolution of patient inquiries through integrated systems.
5.Proactively monitor areas of concern or uncertainty relating to the practices and suggest possible resolutions around access Epic build issues.
6.Exhibits strong understanding of specialized RUSH Access Center processes including but not limited to questionnaires, subgroups, auto search, pre-registration, message templates, radiology workflows, and referral capture and insurance plan networks.
7.Adheres to service specialized workflows for multiple specialty departments. Follows protocols built in Epic and documented practices scheduling requirements.
8.Responsible for accurately documenting appointment information and notifying the patient of information critical to their visit.
9.Drives and supports the RUSH revenue cycle by minimizing potential financial risk of patient accounts through patient insurance registration activities. This includes but is not limited to discussing the patient’s financial responsibility for their upcoming visit, outstanding balances, and referral requirements based on Rush contracts.
10.Effectively completes point of service collections over the phone using secure payment processing systems via multiple payment options, such as credit/debit cards and/or payment plans.
11.Maintains a high level of understanding and acts as a patient resource for physician and ancillary service offerings, navigating the Rush campus, payment categories, and the billing procedures of Rush University.
12.Exhibits sensitivity to patient health information and protects confidentiality. Always maintains privacy for patient and employee information.
13.Enhances the reputation of the RUSH Access Center by fostering ownership and personal responsibility for exceeding patient service expectations through accountability for actions and decisions setting a positive example to peers, coworkers, departments and patients.
14.Promotes a positive and productive environment, supporting teamwork and communication.
15.Works cooperatively in a team environment and supports a flexible structure to ensure the success of the RUSH Access Center.
16.Utilizes customer service skills to exceed the patient’s needs.
17.Performs other duties as assigned.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois / Hybrid
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: SBO Enterprise Services
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $38.02 - $55.18 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Join Rush University Medical Center as the Manager, Extended Business Office (EBO) & Workforce Alignment and play a critical leadership role in driving revenue cycle performance across one of the nation's leading academic health systems. In this highly visible position, you will oversee strategic partnerships with external revenue cycle vendors, optimize workforce alignment, and ensure operational excellence across billing, collections, and insurance follow-up functions.
As the organization's primary leader for Extended Business Office operations, you will be responsible for managing vendor performance, monitoring key revenue cycle metrics, evaluating staffing strategies, and identifying opportunities to improve productivity, cash collections, and overall financial performance. Working closely with Revenue Cycle leadership, Information Services, and external business partners, you will leverage data, technology, and process improvement initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness, mitigate risk, and support organizational goals.
This role is ideal for a revenue cycle professional who enjoys combining operational leadership, vendor management, workforce planning, analytics, and process improvement. You will have the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, lead performance discussions with executive stakeholders, oversee vendor contract compliance, coordinate RFP evaluations, and implement solutions that directly impact financial outcomes and patient account performance.
The successful candidate will bring strong knowledge of healthcare revenue cycle operations, including billing, collections, insurance follow-up, and accounts receivable management, along with exceptional analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills. Experience managing vendor relationships, performance metrics, and cross-functional initiatives will be highly valued.
The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Obstetrics and Gynec
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 5:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $22.72 - $31.80 per hour
Sign On Bonus: $3,000
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.Summary:
The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting Physicians, Mid-Level Practitioners, and Registered Nurses with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients in an ambulatory care setting. The Medical Assistant assumes responsibility for maintaining patient flow, the upkeep of exam and treatment rooms, and performing basic skills such as vital signs and point of care testing. In addition, the Certified Medical Assistant will administer intramuscular injections, immunizations, small volume nebulizer treatment, over-the-counter medications under the direction of a Physician. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures, including complying with all Rush University Medical Group Customer Service Standards.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•High school diploma/GED required.
•Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, or NHA required (includes principles and techniques of injections and medication administration) required upon hire.
•Current CPR certification required upon start date.
•Computer skills.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•Excellent customer service skills.
•Excellent organizational skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•One year clinical experience.
•Phlebotomy experience.
•Epic Ambulatory experience.
Responsibilities:
1.Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
2.Performs patient intake: vital signs, height and weight, reason for visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and other interventions as required.
3.Prepares patient for exam based on reason for visit.
4.Prepares and supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
5.Reviews appointment schedules and ensures all patient charts are available for the visit.
6.Reviews patient charts and ensures that all ancillary reports and required paperwork are available to the provider at the time of visit.
7.Performs basic lab and testing procedures according to standards.
8.Performs phlebotomy and EKGs.
9.Administers immunizations as ordered by Physician.
10.Administers RUMG approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
11.Performs nebulizer treatments in the clinic setting after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
12.Performs Tuberculin skin testing upon the order of the Physician.
13.Demonstrates appropriate population specific techniques with patients.
14.Documents administration of over-the-counter medications and/or other medications in Epic per policy or protocol.
15.Cleans, prepares and stocks exam rooms, treatment rooms, and workstations.
16.Calls patients regarding test results and medical instruction under the direction of a Physician.
17.Calls in medication refills under the direction of a Physician or protocol.
18.Documents patient care information in the outpatient medical record according to standards.
19.Assists with scheduling of patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
20.Assists in the care, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and instruments.
21.Maintains the inventory of medical and linen supplies.
22.Maintains quality control for equipment.
23.Provides cross coverage to other clinical areas as assigned.
24.Participates in quality improvement projects.
25.Maintains compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and other regulatory bodies.
26.May have Unit specific duties as needed.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: RUSH Supply Chain RUMC Staff
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $18.87 - $26.66 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
An inventory control analyst is responsible for supporting supply management in all assigned areas, which can be inclusive of acute, non-acute and lab locations. This role involves the planning, physical build, and sustainment of inventory locations across the organization. Depending on assigned locations, analyst may also be responsible for all replenishment activities. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Required Job Qualifications:
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Int Med Hematology-O
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $22.72 - $31.80 per hour
Sign on Bonus:$3,000
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting Physicians, Mid-Level Practitioners, and Registered Nurses with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients in an ambulatory care setting. The Medical Assistant assumes responsibility for maintaining patient flow, the upkeep of exam and treatment rooms, and performing basic skills such as vital signs and point of care testing. In addition, the Certified Medical Assistant will administer intramuscular injections, immunizations, small volume nebulizer treatment, over-the-counter medications under the direction of a Physician. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures, including complying with all Rush University Medical Group Customer Service Standards.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•High school diploma/GED required.
•Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required (includes principles and techniques of injections and medication administration) required upon hire.
•Graduates of a Rush Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program are required to obtain Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required within six months of hire.
•Current CPR certification required upon start date.
•Computer skills.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•Excellent customer service skills.
•Excellent organizational skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•One year clinical experience.
•Phlebotomy experience.
•Epic Ambulatory experience.
Responsibilities:
1.Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
2.Performs patient intake: vital signs, height and weight, reason for visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and other interventions as required.
3.Prepares patient for exam based on reason for visit.
4.Prepares and supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
5.Reviews appointment schedules and ensures all patient charts are available for the visit.
6.Reviews patient charts and ensures that all ancillary reports and required paperwork are available to the provider at the time of visit.
7.Performs basic lab and testing procedures according to standards.
8.Performs phlebotomy and EKGs.
9.Administers immunizations as ordered by Physician.
10.Administers RUMG approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
11.Performs nebulizer treatments in the clinic setting after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
12.Performs Tuberculin skin testing upon the order of the Physician.
13.Demonstrates appropriate population specific techniques with patients.
14.Documents administration of over-the-counter medications and/or other medications in Epic per policy or protocol.
15.Cleans, prepares and stocks exam rooms, treatment rooms, and workstations.
16.Calls patients regarding test results and medical instruction under the direction of a Physician.
17.Calls in medication refills under the direction of a Physician or protocol.
18.Documents patient care information in the outpatient medical record according to standards.
19.Assists with scheduling of patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
20.Assists in the care, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and instruments.
21.Maintains the inventory of medical and linen supplies.
22.Maintains quality control for equipment.
23.Provides cross coverage to other clinical areas as assigned.
24.Participates in quality improvement projects.
25.Maintains compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and other regulatory bodies.
26.May have Unit specific duties as needed.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Pharmacy Services- Administration
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $63.23 - $99.59 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Clinical pharmacy services will be provided to the malignant hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology, and stem cell therapy (SCT) recipients and/or the family/caregivers of SCT recipients during inpatient hospitalization for cancer, chemotherapy and its complications and all phases of SCT. Clinical pharmacy services will be provided in collaboration with pediatric pharmacists for pediatric oncology. The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacy service will include identifying, solving and preventing medication related problems in the hematology/oncology/SCT population. The SCT pharmacist will provide education regarding the safe and effective use of medications in the post allogeneic SCT population to the healthcare team, patients and families and will facilitate the processing of chemotherapy for patients admitted to the hospital.
Other information:
Qualifications (Hematology/Oncology/SCT):
Required Job Qualifications:
•Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
•Illinois Pharmacist License (or eligibility to be licensed in Illinois)
•Post Graduate ASHP Year Two Pharmacy Residency in Hematology/Oncology
•Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties Board Certification Board of Oncology Pharmacy Specialty Certification (BCOP) prior to or within 18 months of hire
•BLS Certification
•Knowledge in intravenous admixture services, intravenous drug therapy and chemotherapy and cellular therapies.
•Must be able to work effectively with others to provide safe and effective drug therapy
•Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and quickly in responding to and resolving a wide range of problems.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•ACLS Certification (or shall be obtained upon hire)
•Doctor of Pharmacy degree and residency certificate
•Experience and strong knowledge base in chemotherapy
Responsibilities:
Outpatient care:
1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will:
a.Be available as needed during the evaluation phase if any multidisciplinary team member feels a consult is needed by the hematology/oncology pharmacist.
b.Participate in development of patient education materials with multidisciplinary team members in preparing patients for SCT.
c.Be available on a consultative basis to the outpatient SCT clinic on patients with immunosuppression problems identified by any multidisciplinary transplant team member.
Inpatient Acute Care:
1.The hematology, oncology, gyne/onc and SCT pharmacists:
a.Attends interdisciplinary rounds for malignant hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT daily to assist the respective team with the design, implementation and monitoring of medication regimens.
b.Reviews drug therapy to ensure appropriate use, dose, dosage form, regimen, route, therapeutic duplication, drug allergies, drug interactions and cost-effective therapy.
c.Reconciles home medications for admitted patients.
d.Discusses medication order clarifications with the prescriber/healthcare team and document any changes in patient and pharmacy records to inform others of medication order changes.
e.Provides individual patient/family counseling on medication regimens, adherence to medication regimens and adverse effects of medication regimens to patients/caregivers prior to discharge of allogeneic SCT patients and other patients deemed appropriate and document in the electronic medical record.
f.Provides pharmacokinetic consultations as required. Kinetic notes are written for every new start of vancomycin or an aminoglycoside and for dose modifications.
g.Prevents, detects monitors, documents and reports adverse drug reactions and medication errors.
h.Reviews chemotherapy orders for hematology, oncology, gyne/onc, and SCT patients receiving chemotherapy inpatient.
i.Available to nursing staff for questions on medication orders.
j.Order verification/in-basket messages for assigned units.
k.PM staffing required, frequency based on departmental need.
l.Changing medications from IV to PO as appropriate.
m.Assist with facilitating chemotherapy desensitizations in the MICU.
Discharge Planning (Inpatient Acute Care):
1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will:
a.Participate in discharge planning and discuss relevant changes to the home medication list prior to discharge with the team and/or the patient as required.
b.Help facilitate discharge planning for smooth transition to outpatient pharmacies or alternate site of care.
c.Assist in assessing insurance coverage and assist in prior authorization for medications (when necessary) in advance of discharge.
Other responsibilities (Hematology/Oncology/SCT):
1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will:
a.Act as the pharmacy liaison to the Cancer Center.
b.Coordinate pharmacy participation in hematology/oncology, SCT and gynecology/oncology-related committees.
c.Actively participate in multidisciplinary hematology service meetings.
d.Actively participate in multidisciplinary SCT service meetings.
e.Provide updates in therapeutics to the hematology, oncology programs as needed via memos, presentations and one on one communications.
f.Provide education to the interdisciplinary round team members on relevant medication topics as needed (e.g. neutropenic fever).
g.Participate in quality improvement initiatives for the hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT programs.
h.Actively participate in outcomes-based research for the hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT programs
i.Participate in coverage of Heme/Onc Clinical Pharmacist pager.
Other responsibilities (Department of Pharmacy):
1.The hematology/oncology pharmacist will:
a.Provide updates in transplant therapeutics to the Department of Pharmacy as needed via memos, presentations and one on one communications.
b.Assist with chemotherapy monographs, Epic builds, guidelines for use for newly approved chemotherapy agents.
c.Precept Introductory to Pharmacy Practice (IPPE) students, Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) students, Pharmacy Practice (PGY1) Residents and Specialty (PGY2) Residents on rotation in the hematology/oncology/SCT specialty area.
d.Be available for drug distribution and order verification support as needed.
e.Work with the pharmacy operations manager regarding chemotherapy workflow issues.
f.Work with pharmacy informatics to improve chemotherapy workflow and safety.
g.Assist in the review of pharmacy policies impacting chemotherapy processes.
h.Participate in multidisciplinary Clinical Resource Management meetings for areas of specialty.
Promote and demonstrate rational, cost-effective drug therapy:
1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will:
a.Develop, implement and monitor hematology/oncology/SCT-related clinical protocols and guidelines.
b.Identify and implement drug therapy where positive pharmacoeconomic impact could be achieved. The ultimate goal is to develop and assure cost-effective clinical pathways.
c.Present relevant drug therapies at the hospital Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and will serve on the Chemotherapy Pharmacy and Therapeutics Subcommittee.
d.Document clinical interventions and cost-avoidance as part of the pharmacy departmental documentation (I-Vent) program.
e.Monitor the use of expensive medications to assure use consistent with approved criteria.
f.Anticipate changes in drug therapy and report the potential impact it will represent to the overall hospital and drug budget.
Universal Pharmacist Responsibilities:
1.Order Approval
2.Staffing (weekday, weekend, and holiday)
3.Aseptic technique
4.Document I-vents
5.Distribution systems (Pyxis, carousels, etc.)
6.Anticoagulation dosing/monitoring
7.Antibiotic dosing
8.Pharmacokinetics
9.Narcotics
10.Code blue pager coverage
11.Crash cart checking
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Vascular Access Nursing
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 7:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $43.55 - $66.88 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Vascular Access Nurse expertly provides and coordinates IV therapy and care for a group of patients that includes assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation. The Vascular Access Nurse serves as a role model for other clinical nursing staff and collaborates with the Interventional Radiology Team. The Vascular Access Nurse exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. The Vascular Access Nurse is accountable to demonstrate and continue to develop proficiency (both knowledge and skill) specific to all types of vascular access. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure
• Baccalaureate degree in nursing.
• Minimum two years previous PICC experience.
• Knowledge of current IV therapies and access devices.
Skills:
• Analytical and critical thinking ability.
• Excellent IV, PICC, Central Line, Midline insertion skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the insertion of PIV with the use of ultrasound guidance.
• Communication skill is required in order to lead, teach, and motivate others.
• Interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
• Current BLS certification. BLS certification must remain current throughout employment.
• Vascular Access Board Certified, VA-BC required and/or Certified Registered Nurse Infusionist, CRNI.
• Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter, PICC certificate.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Master's in Nursing.
Physical Demands:
• Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
• Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
• The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimen, images or reports is required.
• Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
Assesses patient status
•Assesses patient IV status upon referral and throughout hospitalization.
•Assesses patient/family's complex learning needs related to IV access and therapy.
•Identifies and considers the multisystem effects of disease processes on patient and offers appropriate IV access.
•Assesses age specific needs using knowledge of growth and development.
Plans the delivery of IV access for patients in coordination with the healthcare team.
•Develops and revises individualized plans of care related to IV access & device types that address complex and age specific, physical, psychosocial, and learning needs of each patient/family.
•Establishes priorities for caseload and guides others.
•Coordinates complex cases with the necessary range of interdisciplinary resources.
•Involves the patient and family in decision-making relating to long-term access devices.
•Evaluates patient/family progress toward identified outcomes related to IV therapy.
Implements nursing and prescribed medical interventions and evaluates patient/family response to treatment.
•Expedites the delivery of appropriate IV therapy throughout the hospital for complex patient access.
•Takes appropriate nursing action in emergencies.
•Guides others through the use of formal/informal communication systems.
•Participates in the implementation of patient/family teaching plans related to IV therapy.
•Facilitates and documents patient/family information in a clear, concise and accurate manner.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the IV nursing plan of care.
•Evaluates patient/family progress toward identified outcomes.
Contributes to teamwork within the team/division of nursing.
•Reconfigures IV staff assignments to maximize the use of staff.
•Serves as resource during change process.
•Facilitates achievement of team/division goals.
•Presents inservices and functions as a resource in area of clinical expertise.
•Collaborates with Faculty and Clinical Educators in instruction/evaluation of students/staff.
Participates in quality improvement processes.
•Collaborates in the quality improvement process by collecting and analyzing data for specific projects, as delegated.
•Monitors compliance with standards set by regulatory groups such as IDPH, JCAHO, etc. with regard to IV services and infection control.
Supports the Rush mission.
•Continually improves personal skills to ensure the highest quality patient care, education of patients, staff and students and research.
•Treats patients, visitors and staff in a caring manner with respect and dignity. Exhibits the spirit of team in working with other Rush staff.
•Demonstrates a willingness to accept positive and negative feedback and changes behavior as indicated.
•Utilizes the resources of the Medical Center in a responsible manner to accomplish daily work.
Carries out the components of performance necessary for successful Rush employees
•Attends training and educational programs identified by Rush as necessary for this position.
•Provides age appropriate care, as necessary. Maintains a safe and orderly work environment.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Food And Nutr Srvcs-Clin Nutr
Work Type: Part Time (Total FTE between 0. 5 and 0. 89)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $29.36 - $42.61 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Clinical Dietitian 1 is responsible for providing medical nutrition therapy for patients at Rush. Active participation in the treatment process is essential as the Clinical Dietitian 1 interacts with patients and members of the healthcare team. This role will care for patient populations that are frequently unable to meet nutritional requirements orally, requiring enteral nutrition (EN) or parenteral nutrition (PN). This may include, but is not limited to, post-surgical, critically ill, neonatal, pediatric, and geriatric patients. The Clinical Dietitian 1 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and I CARE values, and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s Degree required
•Master of Science Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics or health care related field OR Bachelor’s Degree required in Nutrition or Dietetics or health care related field and two years clinical experience post-credentialing if RDN credential and license obtained prior to January 1, 2024.
•Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
•Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist, State of Illinois
•Must have academic preparation and/or experience in program management and in the care of persons with chronic disease
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
•Travel to ambulatory satellite clinic sites as needed
Abilities:
50% of time sitting, 50% of time walking or standing.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It shall not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Responsibilities:
•Manages nutrition care activities by utilizing the nutrition care process and nutrition-focused physical examinations.
•Provides age-appropriate medical nutrition therapy for malnourished patients on a timely basis.
•Monitor patient status and implement changes in nutrition therapy to achieve optimal nutritional status as needed.
•Provides evidence-based nutrition counseling/education. Evaluates scientific literature and applies this information to clinical practice. Participates in the evaluation and/or development of educational materials.
•Maintains compliance with regulatory agencies.
•Maintains standards of care and follows the Code of Ethics as mandated by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the State of Illinois, and Rush Clinical Nutrition Services.
•Participates as a vital member of the multidisciplinary health care team. Contributes current nutrition information to other practitioners through in-services, rounds, care conferences, and meetings. Serves as the expert clinician in his/her area of practice and as an essential resource for other practitioners from other disciplines.
• Provides enteral feedings and/or parenteral nutrition per protocol. Closely monitors patients for feeding and/or parenteral nutrition complications. Adjusts feedings and/or parenteral nutrition orders to ensure optimal intake.
•Communicates nutrition care plan to external health care facilities or other clinicians.
•Serves as a preceptor for educating dietetics students and other healthcare professionals on evidence-based medical nutrition therapy.
•Contributes to departmental initiatives to accomplish mission and vision
•Contributes to review of clinical nutrition protocols and procedures
•Supports nutrition related research and quality improvement projects to ensure practicing at height of scope for credential
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: RUMC OP Infusion Ctr Lisle HDM
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $18.87 - $29.73 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Pharmacy Technician 2 Certified performs duties such as prescription data entry, labeling, preparing and filling of medication orders for patients of the retail pharmacy. Such medication orders are prepared up to the point of final checking and dispensing by registered pharmacists. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Current State of Illinois Pharmacy Technician licensure required.
• Current PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) required and/or EXCPT
• Individuals licensed BEFORE January 1, 2008 are grandfathered; they are not required to become nationally certified or hold the "Certified" designation to continue working as a registered pharmacy technician in Illinois.
• At least two years of experience in a customer service-oriented pharmacy environment or related field.
• Excellent data entry skills.
• Flexibility with work schedule.
• Good problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and quickly in responding to and resolving a wide range of problems.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Dependable in attendance and job performance.
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Team player with a positive attitude and work ethic.
• Ability to use telephone, computer systems, laminar air flow hoods, copiers, fax machines, calculator and other office equipment as necessary.
Physical Demands:
• Normal office, warehouse and clinical environments.
• May be exposed to certain hazardous materials, including but not limited to blood-borne pathogens, chemotherapeutic agents, cleaning and sanitizing agents.
Responsibilities:
• Recognizes and identifies various classes of drugs and their generic and trade names.
• Assists pharmacists in coordinating and scheduling preparation of sterile admixtures.
• Performs pharmaceutical math with understanding and accuracy, including: fundamental math functions, common apothecary and metric conversions, pharmaceutical dose calculations, and parenteral dose calculations.
• Familiar with abbreviation symbols and equivalents used in pharmacy communications.
• Understands various drugs' storage requirements, dosage forms and compounding techniques. Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of extemporaneous compounding skills.
• Possesses proficient data entry skills. Demonstrates essential computer skills such as order entry, label generation, drug pricing, and third party billing. Prioritizes workload to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Recognizes various billing plan codes and which drugs are covered under these different plans.
• Assists in looking up information to answer general information questions. Refers questions regarding drug information or patient specific questions to a pharmacist.
• Ensures the I.V. preparation room and related equipment are cleaned, calibrated and maintained per organizational policy and procedure.
• Updates/revises patient inventory usage numbers in the computer based on actual usage, change in orders, and communication with other team members.
• Remains alert to customer needs and provides prompt, courteous customer service.
• Responds to and resolves patient/customer problems in an appropriate and timely fashion using proper channels.
• Maintains work area in an organized and orderly fashion, including facing of shelves and returning medications to shelves.
• Checks and maintains adequate supply of stock necessary to fill prescriptions. Orders stock well in advance of running out. Follows up with stock back orders and processes balance-due prescriptions.
• Maintains CE hours required to retain CPhT certification.
• Attends department meetings as scheduled.
• Performs other duties as assigned
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Health Systems Management-CHS
Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0. 5)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 4 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 12:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $40.00 - $75.00 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Adjunct Faculty members are assigned specific courses to teach based on their specialty education and experience. This is a temporary, part-time position and Adjunct Faculty members may work as needed. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Master’s degree or earned Doctorate in applicable area to the profession required. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required for Instructor-level roles.
•Excellent skills in classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical instruction and evaluation.
•Knowledge and experience with Web-Based education when applicable.
•Excellent communication and organizational abilities in managing class functions, clinical sites as applicable, and students.
•Excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities.
•Ability to consistently instruct and counsel students in an informative and professional manner.
•Able and willing to learn new skills as needed, especially to work with new instructional technologies.
•Ability to develop and implement courses and programs.
•Ability to organize and implement effective teaching assignments.
Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
•Develops and maintains courses, and other content areas in the curriculum in accordance with national accreditation standards.
•Instructs and assists in multiple courses in the program as assigned.
•Develops and seeks outcomes assessments for the program and courses taught.
•Interacts with existing programs in the department and teaches as assigned in these programs.
•Other duties as assigned.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Oak Park, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Oak Park
Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital
Department: Laboratory
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 4
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (2:30:00 PM - 6:30:00 AM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $38.02 - $55.18 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Supervises the technical operations of the laboratory, including resource and personnel management. Performs complex laboratory testing and serves as technical specialist. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology/Sciences
• 5 years relevant experience in a Hospital Laboratory
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• MT(ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) certificate
Physical Demands:
• Able to work in past pace, often stressful, computerized environment.
• Able tolift 15 lbs. and perform repetitive motions.
• Works in laboratory with exposure to potentially infectious materials.
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Competencies:
• Knowledge of Medical Laboratory Sciences in order to supervise testing in a Laboratory area competently
Responsibilities:
• Supervises high complexity testing, QC procedures, proficiency surveys, and instrument checks.
• Performs complex laboratory testing with no assistance.
• Ensures that equipment is maintained and operated safely and accurately.
• Demonstrates ability to manage workflow, recognize quality control values and respond appropriately to outliers, be a technical resource person, recognize instrument/assay problems, and maintain technical proficiency.
• Maintains Policy and Procedure Manuals. Updates as needed.
• Directs or performs inventory of necessary supplies and ensures timely preparation of purchase requisitions.
• Enforces compliance with all policies, standard operating procedures, and regulations related to routine operations.
• Directs training of new employees such that performance levels meet expectations.
• Appraises employee competency and performance and conducts performance reviews.
• Reviews computer generated reports at the appropriate times.
• Accepts special projects and completes them as assigned.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Pediatric Psychology - Postdoctoral Fellowship
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, IL
Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications to the Postdoctoral Fellowship in Pediatric Psychology.
Position Overview
The Division of Pediatric Psychology, in collaboration with the Division of Neonatology and Department of Health Systems Management, at Rush University Medical Center (RUMC) is currently accepting applications for a full-time, one- or two-year post-doctoral fellowship for the 2026-2028 academic years.
· The fellowship is a combined clinical and research position, with approximately 3 ½ days per week dedicated to clinical research as a member of the Division of Neonatology’s Reducing Disparity in Receipt of Mother’s Own Milk (ReDiMOM) team, and 1 ½ days dedicated to clinical work within the Division of Pediatric Psychology.
· The ReDiMOM project is a series of R01 studies aimed at determining the effectiveness of an economic intervention to reduce the disparity in mother’s own milk feedings at time of discharge from the NICU for very preterm infants.
· The fellow will join two of ReDiMOM’s follow-up studies focused on assessing neurodevelopmental outcomes of former preterm infants at later ages (20 months’ corrected age through six years old).
· Because home visits are offered to families in these studies, the fellow will be expected to be available on some evenings and weekends as needed.
· In addition to administering developmental assessments, the fellow will be an active member of the research team engaged in a variety of other roles such as study enrollment, data collection and analysis, and manuscript development.
· Ample opportunities for presentations and publication are expected.
· Start date is July 2026 with some flexibility. Applications will be evaluated as they are received.
The Division of Pediatric Psychology provides a wide range of intervention, assessment, and consultation services across settings. Our division also supports an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship program. Primary clinical responsibilities for this portion of the position include conducting developmental and psychological evaluations with children ages 8 months to 10 years old who present with a wide range of developmental and medical conditions, as well as providing consultation services to families of infants hospitalized in the NICU. Opportunities to supervise predoctoral psychology residents and to engage in program development or quality improvement initiatives may also be available.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have:
· A doctoral degree (PhD; PsyD) in clinical psychology and have completed an APA-approved internship.
· Significant experience with developmental and psychological testing with young (8 months – 6 years) children and must be proficient in use of the Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development.
· Experience with other measures, such as the Wechsler Scales and Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, is also strongly preferred.
RUMC is located in the Near West Side of Chicago. We recognize our privilege of caring for historically marginalized and underserved populations and seek candidates who are passionate about addressing and eliminating the structural heath inequities that our patients have and continue to endure. We also believe that patient care is improved through a diverse workforce. As such, we strongly encourage candidates from all racial, ethnic, gender, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply for this position. Bilingual-English-Spanish applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities.
Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities.
Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U. S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year.
All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years.
Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all.
Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, knowledge and skills; relevant experience and training; education, certifications, and licensure; primary work location; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1. 0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role, as well as additional compensation such as sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.
Pay Range: $63,000 - $65,000
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Access Center Primary Care
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $18.87 - $29.73 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The RUSH Access Center Specialist I manages all clinical and non-clinical calls and performs clinic activities including routine and advanced scheduling, basic triage, message taking, and referral management. The RUSH Access Center Specialist I collaborates with Access Center team members and practice staff to meet overall access, revenue cycle and scheduling objectives while exceeding customers’ expectations. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
High School Diploma required.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in patient care or related setting such as clinic, ambulatory care center, medical call center, or physician office strongly preferred.
Bilingual skills a plus.
Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) preferred.
Skills:Excellent communication and outstanding customer service and listening skills required. Critical thinking, sound judgment and strong problem-solving skills essential. Must be team-oriented, open minded, flexible, and willing to learn. Strong attention to detail and accuracy required. Need the ability to type 40 WPM and process basic Microsoft Office, Outlook and Word experience.
Abilities:Ability to prioritize and function effectively, efficiently and accurately in a multi-tasking, complex, fast paced and challenging call center environment. Ability to act responsibly and quickly with sound judgement when problem solving. Ability to utilize Epic Cadence efficiently. Employees hired into this role must successfully pass the Epic scheduling test. Ability to listen to patients and process needs while simultaneously documenting in Epic.
Disclaimer:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
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Responsibilities:
1.Answers all telephone calls within your work assignment as designated by your leadership with the goals of accurately scheduling patients as determined by departmental and Epic guidelines.
2.Evaluates non-scheduling related patient inquiries including clinical related calls; routes and escalates all inquiries following departmental and epic clinical guidelines inclusive of warm transfers to RN triage and/or to clinics.
3.Assesses the caller’s need and responds with critical judgment and ensures the appropriate resolution for the inquiry or issue. Understands when to escalate calls to nurse, and/or RUSH Access Center leadership.
4.Responsible for leveraging Salesforce and Genesys platforms to optimize patient interactions and workflow efficiency. Ensures accurate documentation, routing, and resolution of patient inquiries through integrated systems.
5.Proactively monitor areas of concern or uncertainty relating to the practices and suggest possible resolutions around access Epic build issues.
6.Exhibits strong understanding of specialized RUSH Access Center processes including but not limited to questionnaires, subgroups, auto search, pre-registration, message templates, radiology workflows, and referral capture and insurance plan networks.
7.Adheres to service specialized workflows for multiple specialty departments. Follows protocols built in Epic and documented practices scheduling requirements.
8.Responsible for accurately documenting appointment information and notifying the patient of information critical to their visit.
9.Drives and supports the RUSH revenue cycle by minimizing potential financial risk of patient accounts through patient insurance registration activities. This includes but is not limited to discussing the patient’s financial responsibility for their upcoming visit, outstanding balances, and referral requirements based on Rush contracts.
10.Effectively completes point of service collections over the phone using secure payment processing systems via multiple payment options, such as credit/debit cards and/or payment plans.
11.Maintains a high level of understanding and acts as a patient resource for physician and ancillary service offerings, navigating the Rush campus, payment categories, and the billing procedures of Rush University.
12.Exhibits sensitivity to patient health information and protects confidentiality. Always maintains privacy for patient and employee information.
13.Enhances the reputation of the RUSH Access Center by fostering ownership and personal responsibility for exceeding patient service expectations through accountability for actions and decisions setting a positive example to peers, coworkers, departments and patients.
14.Promotes a positive and productive environment, supporting teamwork and communication.
15.Works cooperatively in a team environment and supports a flexible structure to ensure the success of the RUSH Access Center.
16.Utilizes customer service skills to exceed the patient’s needs.
17.Performs other duties as assigned.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois / Hybrid
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: SBO Enterprise Services
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $38.02 - $55.18 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Join Rush University Medical Center as the Manager, Extended Business Office (EBO) & Workforce Alignment and play a critical leadership role in driving revenue cycle performance across one of the nation's leading academic health systems. In this highly visible position, you will oversee strategic partnerships with external revenue cycle vendors, optimize workforce alignment, and ensure operational excellence across billing, collections, and insurance follow-up functions.
As the organization's primary leader for Extended Business Office operations, you will be responsible for managing vendor performance, monitoring key revenue cycle metrics, evaluating staffing strategies, and identifying opportunities to improve productivity, cash collections, and overall financial performance. Working closely with Revenue Cycle leadership, Information Services, and external business partners, you will leverage data, technology, and process improvement initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness, mitigate risk, and support organizational goals.
This role is ideal for a revenue cycle professional who enjoys combining operational leadership, vendor management, workforce planning, analytics, and process improvement. You will have the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, lead performance discussions with executive stakeholders, oversee vendor contract compliance, coordinate RFP evaluations, and implement solutions that directly impact financial outcomes and patient account performance.
The successful candidate will bring strong knowledge of healthcare revenue cycle operations, including billing, collections, insurance follow-up, and accounts receivable management, along with exceptional analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills. Experience managing vendor relationships, performance metrics, and cross-functional initiatives will be highly valued.
The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Obstetrics and Gynec
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 5:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $22.72 - $31.80 per hour
Sign On Bonus: $3,000
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.Summary:
The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting Physicians, Mid-Level Practitioners, and Registered Nurses with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients in an ambulatory care setting. The Medical Assistant assumes responsibility for maintaining patient flow, the upkeep of exam and treatment rooms, and performing basic skills such as vital signs and point of care testing. In addition, the Certified Medical Assistant will administer intramuscular injections, immunizations, small volume nebulizer treatment, over-the-counter medications under the direction of a Physician. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures, including complying with all Rush University Medical Group Customer Service Standards.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•High school diploma/GED required.
•Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, or NHA required (includes principles and techniques of injections and medication administration) required upon hire.
•Current CPR certification required upon start date.
•Computer skills.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•Excellent customer service skills.
•Excellent organizational skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•One year clinical experience.
•Phlebotomy experience.
•Epic Ambulatory experience.
Responsibilities:
1.Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
2.Performs patient intake: vital signs, height and weight, reason for visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and other interventions as required.
3.Prepares patient for exam based on reason for visit.
4.Prepares and supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
5.Reviews appointment schedules and ensures all patient charts are available for the visit.
6.Reviews patient charts and ensures that all ancillary reports and required paperwork are available to the provider at the time of visit.
7.Performs basic lab and testing procedures according to standards.
8.Performs phlebotomy and EKGs.
9.Administers immunizations as ordered by Physician.
10.Administers RUMG approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
11.Performs nebulizer treatments in the clinic setting after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
12.Performs Tuberculin skin testing upon the order of the Physician.
13.Demonstrates appropriate population specific techniques with patients.
14.Documents administration of over-the-counter medications and/or other medications in Epic per policy or protocol.
15.Cleans, prepares and stocks exam rooms, treatment rooms, and workstations.
16.Calls patients regarding test results and medical instruction under the direction of a Physician.
17.Calls in medication refills under the direction of a Physician or protocol.
18.Documents patient care information in the outpatient medical record according to standards.
19.Assists with scheduling of patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
20.Assists in the care, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and instruments.
21.Maintains the inventory of medical and linen supplies.
22.Maintains quality control for equipment.
23.Provides cross coverage to other clinical areas as assigned.
24.Participates in quality improvement projects.
25.Maintains compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and other regulatory bodies.
26.May have Unit specific duties as needed.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: RUSH Supply Chain RUMC Staff
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $18.87 - $26.66 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
An inventory control analyst is responsible for supporting supply management in all assigned areas, which can be inclusive of acute, non-acute and lab locations. This role involves the planning, physical build, and sustainment of inventory locations across the organization. Depending on assigned locations, analyst may also be responsible for all replenishment activities. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Required Job Qualifications:
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Int Med Hematology-O
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $22.72 - $31.80 per hour
Sign on Bonus:$3,000
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting Physicians, Mid-Level Practitioners, and Registered Nurses with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients in an ambulatory care setting. The Medical Assistant assumes responsibility for maintaining patient flow, the upkeep of exam and treatment rooms, and performing basic skills such as vital signs and point of care testing. In addition, the Certified Medical Assistant will administer intramuscular injections, immunizations, small volume nebulizer treatment, over-the-counter medications under the direction of a Physician. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures, including complying with all Rush University Medical Group Customer Service Standards.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•High school diploma/GED required.
•Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required (includes principles and techniques of injections and medication administration) required upon hire.
•Graduates of a Rush Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program are required to obtain Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required within six months of hire.
•Current CPR certification required upon start date.
•Computer skills.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•Excellent customer service skills.
•Excellent organizational skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•One year clinical experience.
•Phlebotomy experience.
•Epic Ambulatory experience.
Responsibilities:
1.Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
2.Performs patient intake: vital signs, height and weight, reason for visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and other interventions as required.
3.Prepares patient for exam based on reason for visit.
4.Prepares and supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
5.Reviews appointment schedules and ensures all patient charts are available for the visit.
6.Reviews patient charts and ensures that all ancillary reports and required paperwork are available to the provider at the time of visit.
7.Performs basic lab and testing procedures according to standards.
8.Performs phlebotomy and EKGs.
9.Administers immunizations as ordered by Physician.
10.Administers RUMG approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
11.Performs nebulizer treatments in the clinic setting after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
12.Performs Tuberculin skin testing upon the order of the Physician.
13.Demonstrates appropriate population specific techniques with patients.
14.Documents administration of over-the-counter medications and/or other medications in Epic per policy or protocol.
15.Cleans, prepares and stocks exam rooms, treatment rooms, and workstations.
16.Calls patients regarding test results and medical instruction under the direction of a Physician.
17.Calls in medication refills under the direction of a Physician or protocol.
18.Documents patient care information in the outpatient medical record according to standards.
19.Assists with scheduling of patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
20.Assists in the care, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and instruments.
21.Maintains the inventory of medical and linen supplies.
22.Maintains quality control for equipment.
23.Provides cross coverage to other clinical areas as assigned.
24.Participates in quality improvement projects.
25.Maintains compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and other regulatory bodies.
26.May have Unit specific duties as needed.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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