Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Social Work & Community Health

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 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: $29.36 - $47.79 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 Program Coordinator is a key member of the Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Team within the Department of Social Work & Community Health (SWaCH) at Rush University Medical Center. This position provides day-to-day coordination, implementation, and oversight of Rush Generations Chronic Disease Self-Management Education (CDSME) and related evidence-based health promotion programs for older adults, caregivers, and people living with chronic conditions throughout Rush’s service area. 

The Program Coordinator oversees workshop planning and logistics, participant recruitment and referral workflows, facilitator training and support, community partnerships, program fidelity, quality assurance, and outcome tracking. The role works closely with program leadership, Community Health Workers (CHWs), facilitators, healthcare teams, and community partners to ensure programming is accessible, culturally responsive, and aligned with participant and community needs. 

This position also supports quality improvement, evaluation, and research activities related to program reach, implementation, outcomes, and equity. The Program Coordinator contributes to sustainability initiatives by helping align evidence-based workshops with reimbursable care strategies, payer and managed-care contracts, billing and documentation requirements, and other opportunities to integrate programming into healthcare and community systems. 

This role requires a strong commitment to cultural humility, health equity, community-engaged practice, and working in historically underinvested communities on Chicago’s West Side and throughout the broader service area. 

This position is full-time. The team operates in a hybrid model, with a minimum of two days per week on site and additional in-person availability based on community programming, training, and partnership needs. 

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Master’s Degree in Social Work.
•Licensed Social Worker (LCSW) in State of Illinois.
•Two years’ experience in healthcare, care management, mental health and/or social services.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Experience with relevant population(s).
•Professional qualities such as initiative, self-reflection, commitment, responsiveness and adaptability.
•Knowledge of care management, community-based interventions, assessment, counseling and/or motivational interviewing.
•Computer literate (Microsoft Office and others).
Physical Demands: n/a
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.

Responsibilities:
•Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the day-to-day implementation and oversight of CDSME and other evidence-based health promotion programs across healthcare and community sites. 

• Develop program schedules and coordinate facilitators, host sites, participant communications, materials, technology, accessibility needs, and other workshop logistics. 

• Recruit, enroll, and support participants through outreach, referral management, motivational interviewing, and barrier-assessment strategies; connect individuals with additional resources when needed. 

• Build and maintain relationships with healthcare teams, community organizations, senior housing, faith-based organizations, managed-care partners, and other stakeholders. 

• Coordinate facilitator recruitment, training, certification tracking, assignments, and ongoing technical assistance; facilitate or co-facilitate programs as needed. 

• Monitor attendance, participant engagement, facilitator performance, program fidelity, and quality; troubleshoot implementation concerns and escalate issues when appropriate. 

• Maintain accurate records of programs, facilitators, partnerships, referrals, and outreach, and document required interactions in Epic, Salesforce, and other approved systems. 

• Track participation, completion, demographics, outcomes, and implementation metrics, and prepare reports, presentations, and required program deliverables. 

• Support quality improvement, evaluation, implementation, and research activities, including participant recruitment, data collection, and adherence to approved protocols. 

• Use program data and participant feedback to identify barriers, disparities, and opportunities for more equitable and effective program delivery. 

• Support program sustainability and integration into healthcare and community systems, including managed-care contracts, reimbursable strategies, billing and documentation workflows, and related reporting or invoicing requirements. 

• Represent Rush Generations and SWaCH at internal and external meetings, community events, educational presentations, and outreach activities. 

• Collaborate with program leadership, CHWs, facilitators, healthcare teams, community partners, and the broader SWaCH department to advance strategic priorities related to health promotion, aging, chronic disease management, and health equity. 

• Perform other related 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: Patient Access-Pre-Visit

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: $45.59 - $74.19 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:
Under the leadership of the System Director of Patient Financial Clearance, the System Manager of Financial Clearance – Pre-Authorization Services provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of pre-authorization functions supporting ambulatory clinics and hospital-based services across the Rush University System for Health. This role ensures that all services requiring prior authorization are secured in accordance with payer policies prior to service delivery, supporting timely patient care while protecting organizational revenue integrity.
This position requires deep subject matter expertise in complex authorization workflows, payer medical necessity requirements, and Epic electronic health record processes. The System Manager provides oversight across high-complexity clinical service lines—including diagnostic imaging, surgical services, and infusion therapies—ensuring documentation meets stringent payer-specific requirements.
The System Manager acts as a vital liaison between physicians, clinical teams, and revenue cycle departments. By aligning clinical orders with payer policies, this role plays a critical part in preventing authorization-related denials, minimizing revenue leakage, and ensuring services are financially secured across the system.

Other information:
Qualifications
Education
•Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required.
•An equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible healthcare revenue cycle experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
•Master’s degree preferred.
Experience
•Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in healthcare revenue cycle operations, with significant focus in prior authorization, financial clearance, or patient access functions.
•Minimum of 3 years of leadership or management experience, preferably in a system or multi-site environment.
•Demonstrated experience supporting complex authorization workflows for diagnostic imaging, surgical services, and infusion therapies.
•High proficiency in Epic authorization workflows and work queue management.
•Experience collaborating with physicians and clinic operations is strongly preferred.
Knowledge & Skills
•Advanced knowledge of payer authorization requirements, medical necessity policies, and reimbursement guidelines.
•Strong understanding of authorization lifecycle management, including clinical documentation requirements and payer review processes.
•Demonstrated expertise in Epic authorization workflows, work queues, and electronic order-driven authorization processes.
•Ability to interpret payer policies and translate requirements into operational workflows.
•Experience analyzing operational and financial performance data to support denial prevention and revenue optimization.
•Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-management skills.
•Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
•Ability to lead operational improvements in a complex healthcare environment.
Core Competencies
•Authorization & Payer Policy Expertise
•Revenue Integrity & Financial Stewardship
•Operational Leadership
•Provider & Clinical Partnership
•Financial Clearance Optimization
•Process Improvement & Innovation
•Strategic Collaboration

Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership
•Provide leadership and operational oversight for financial clearance teams responsible for securing prior authorizations across multiple outpatient and hospital-based service lines.
•Ensure staff follow standardized workflows for obtaining authorizations in accordance with payer policies, medical necessity guidelines, and service-specific requirements.
•Oversee authorization operations for diagnostic imaging, surgical procedures, outpatient procedures, in-office procedures, and infusion services, ensuring appropriate clinical information is obtained and submitted to payers.
•Maintain operational knowledge of complex payer requirements, authorization pathways, and service-specific review criteria that impact approval outcomes.
Authorization Workflow Expertise
•Provide subject matter expertise in authorization lifecycle management, including order review, clinical documentation verification, submission processes, payer follow-up, and approval tracking.
•Ensure appropriate alignment between clinical orders, procedural coding, and payer authorization requirements to support accurate submission and approval.
•Maintain expertise in payer medical necessity guidelines, documentation requirements, and service-specific authorization pathways.
•Identify and resolve operational barriers that delay or prevent authorization approvals.
Epic Workflow and Technology Optimization
•Serve as an operational expert in Epic authorization and referral workflows, including order-driven authorization processes, work queues, and authorization tracking tools.
•Ensure optimal use of Epic functionality to support efficient authorization management, including documentation capture, order review, and work queue prioritization.
•Partner with information technology and revenue cycle leadership to improve Epic workflows related to authorization management, clinical documentation integration, and operational reporting.
•Support implementation and optimization of automation tools and technology solutions that improve authorization efficiency and payer communication.
Revenue Cycle Performance
•Support the organization’s revenue cycle by ensuring services requiring authorization are appropriately cleared prior to service delivery.
•Monitor authorization approval rates, payer turnaround times, and denial trends to identify operational risks and revenue protection opportunities.
•Develop and implement strategies to reduce authorization-related denials and payer escalations.
•Collaborate with revenue cycle leadership to support financial clearance metrics and organizational revenue goals.
•Ensure staff if following the Point of Service Collection.
Provider and Clinic Collaboration
•Partner closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinic leadership to ensure clinical documentation and supporting information align with payer requirements.
•Provide expertise to clinical departments regarding payer policies, medical necessity documentation, and authorization submission requirements.
•Serve as a liaison between clinical teams, financial clearance staff, and revenue cycle operations to resolve authorization barriers and support timely patient care.
Team Leadership and Development
•Recruit, train, mentor, and manage financial clearance staff responsible for authorization operations.
•Develop team expertise in complex payer authorization requirements, service-specific workflows, and clinical documentation standards.
•Establish productivity, quality, and service level expectations for authorization teams.
•Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
•Strong focus and plan on nurturing a top tier work environment for employees to meet organizational goals of staff engagement
Process Improvement and Operational Excellence
•Lead initiatives to improve authorization turnaround times, reduce rework, and strengthen documentation accuracy.
•Analyze operational workflows to identify opportunities for standardization, automation, and improved payer response management.
•Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen financial clearance performance and revenue protection.
Operational Performance and Reporting
•Monitor key performance indicators including authorization turnaround times, approval rates, denial trends, payer response timelines, and service level compliance.
•Develop operational reporting to identify workflow gaps, payer issues, and process improvement opportunities.
•Provide leadership with actionable insights related to authorization performance and revenue cycle impact.

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: HB Govt Billing-Collections

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:
General purpose of the position is to manage the open receivable including, securing reimbursement, guarding the Medical Centers assets, minimizing financial risk, working on behalf of our patient's financial liability. The Financial Services Representative 2 is also responsible for responding to internal audits. The ultimate goal of this position is to decrease receivables and increase quality and productivity. This role includes performing re-bills, Debit & Credits, adjustments, refunds, and claim corrections resulting from the multitude of claims and payer edits as well as notifying denial management of audits. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience in health care or hospital billing with an understanding of coverage eligibility requirements for governmental payers.
• Previous experience in a hospital setting, familiarity with medical terminology and patient fiscal matters.
• Familiar with Nebo's eCare billing editors such as Classic and CMS. Strong familiarity with medical terminology and patient financial matters.
• Specific knowledge of Microsoft Office in order to design, implements, tracks, and maintain moderately complex statistical information.
• Strong analytical skills including statistical, mathematical, and organization abilities necessary for accurate reporting to payers and management.
• Strong interpersonal skills for communication of finance-related issues to management and ancillary departments.
• Sound understanding of billing and collection processes and eligibility requirements of private and governmental payers.
• Able to work independently.
• Good time management skills and possess the ability to multi-task.
• Good oral and written communication skills in order to work effectively with a diverse number of internal and external contacts.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Prior experience using Epic for hospital billing.

Responsibilities:
1. Actively manage account balances to ensure that we are compliant with Federal and State regulatory requirements and evaluate each account to ensure that each account balance is collected in accordance to contract allowable payment schedule.
2. Follow up on claims with the appropriate payer for reimbursement.
3. Work directly with various departments to insure the charges are properly credited and / or debited.
4. Develop, manage, and maintain various electronic documents used to manage these projects.
5. Develop and report status of the trend issues weekly.
6. Eagerly accept challenging assignments. Collaborate with other departments, physician offices, and other clinical areas to ensure charges and diagnosis are consistent and that the financial information being used is correct during the billing process.
7. Communicate constructively with patients and other Rush departments to achieve mutually positive business and service outcomes.
8. Monitor Illinois Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), website for any updates to ensure that our accounts are compliant with Federal and State requirements.
9. Work within your team to insure the team has all related job work flows and processes.
10. Monitor system enhancements - Develop and communicate constructive feedback/issue solutions for problems as discovered.
11. Collaborate with other departments, physician offices, and other clinical areas to ensure charges and diagnosis are consistent and that the financial information being used is correct during the billing process.
12. Develop, implement, & monitor system enhancements.
13. Develop and communicate constructive feedback/issue solutions for problems as discovered.

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: Neurological Science

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 AM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Sign on Bonus: $3,000

Pay Range: $22.72 - $31.80 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 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: Pediatrics Specialty

Work Type: Part Time (Total FTE between 0. 5 and 0. 89)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 6 Hr (7:30:00 AM - 1:30:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Sign on Bonus: $3,000

Pay Range: $22.72 - $31.80 per hour

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: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Group

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: IM Gastro ROPH - Off

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:30:00 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: $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 Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) 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 Certified 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. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

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:
• Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
• Performs patient intake: vital signs, height and weight, reason for visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and other interventions as required.
• Prepares patient for exam based on reason for visit.
• Prepares and supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
• Reviews appointment schedules and ensures all patient charts are available for the visit.
• Reviews patient charts and ensures that all ancillary reports and required paperwork are available to the provider at the time of visit.
• Performs basic lab and testing procedures according to standards.
• Performs phlebotomy and EK
• Administers immunizations as ordered by Physician.
• Administers ROPPG approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
• Performs nebulizer treatments in the clinic setting after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
• Performs Tuberculin skin testing upon the order of the Physician
• Documents administration of over-the-counter medications and/or other medications in Epic per policy or protocol.
• Cleans, prepares and stocks exam rooms, treatment rooms, and workstations.
• Calls patients regarding test results and medical instruction under the direction of a Physician.
• Calls in medication refills under the direction of a Physician or protocol.
• Documents patient care information in the outpatient medical record according to standards.
• Assists with scheduling of patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
• Assists in the care, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and instruments.
• Maintains the inventory of medical and linen supplies.
• Maintains quality control for equipment.
• Provides cross coverage to other clinical areas as assigned.
• Participates in quality improvement projects.
• Maintains compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and other regulatory bodies.

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: 1620 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60612

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Work Type: Part-Time - 40 Hours every 2 weeks (0. 5 FTE)

Shift: Rotating Shifts: Must be able to work Day, Evening and Night Shifts

Work Schedule: 8-Hour Shift - Weekends Included

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $20.90 per hour

Summary:
The Unit Clerk performs clerical duties associated with customer service, the patient care record and electronic health record on the inpatient units. The Unit Clerk is directly responsible for the maintenance of the patient care record and its contents as well as coordinating patient activities, services and supplies from ancillary and support areas that directly relate to patient care. The Unit Clerk is also directly responsible for communication equipment. The Unit Clerk exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of basic computer and keyboard functions.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Able to write legibly and perform basic mathematical calculations
• Able to type 25 words/minute or greater.
• Able to handle internal and external customer interaction with courtesy, tack, diplomacy and discretion.
Physical Demands:
• The ability to move throughout the Medical Center
• Lifting or carrying objects up to 25 lbs.
• Shifts include providing 7 days a week, 24 hours/day, coverage as necessary.
• Able to respond to and prioritize multiple requests and variable degrees of unpredictability requiring adaptability in work activities.
• Work entails coming in contact with patient specimens during processing and transport.

Responsibilities:
1. Customer service
1.1 Greets customers by establishing eye contact, smiling as appropriate and offering assistance.
1.2 Answers incoming telephone calls promptly and courteously, states greeting, name, unit, and offer of assistance.
1.3 Answers and screens phone calls to determine appropriate person or response needed.
1.4 Identifies opportunities to improve customer satisfaction and unit operations, presents implementation suggestions to manager.
1.5 Owns complaints received from customers and follows through; if resolution is not obtained promptly, directs complaint to manager.
1.6 Anticipates customer needs and assists patients and visitors with direction.
1.7 Screens patient call lights and forwards request to appropriate staff member.
2. Patient flow/bed control
2.1 Collaborates with Patient Placement, Patient Access, Unit Clerical Manager, and Environmental Services to ensure room readiness for patient admits or transfers.
2.2 Schedules diagnostic tests and notifies nursing staff of patient schedules on a per shift basis.
2.3 Reconciles census every shift.
2.4 Performs walking census reconciliation a half hour before the end of each shift.
3. Patient medical records
3.1 Assumes accountability for the maintenance of medical records and ensures that current records and records of previous hospitalizations are returned to the Medical Records department as described in policy.
3.2 Processes admission, transfer, expiration, and discharge records and completes any other functions associated with patient records in a timely, accurate and legible manner.
3.3 Maintains patient care record by insuring all forms are properly labeled with patient I.D. and incorporates them into the patient care record in a timely, organized and accurate manner.
3.4 Follows through on all processes using appropriate unit procedures, such as Kardexes, diagnostic test sheet and patient charges.
3.5 Initiates and follows all electronic health record downtime procedures in an accurate and timely manner.
4. Unit operations/technology
4.1 Utilizes complex telecommunication systems.
4.2 Utilizes and trouble shoots all unit based communication equipment.
4.3 Identifies and trouble shoots technology failures and handles computer down time.
4.4 Maintains proper par levels of unit supplies and forms by re-ordering in a timely fashion.
4.5 Maintains and utilizes unit pneumatic tube stations for clerical and clinical functions.
5. Teamwork/professional work style
5.1 Reports off to oncoming shift, verbally and/or by using unit specific written formats.
5.2 Remains on duty until relieved. Cross-covers multiple units as required.
5.3 Independently offers assistance to peers or other staff members when workload allows.
5.4 Communicates and negotiates breaks and absences from desk per unit protocol with unit leadership.
5.5 Maintains a clean and orderly nursing station and personal work and storage area.
5.6 Demonstrates commitment to patient confidentiality and values of Rush.
5.7 Accepts assignments, as delegated, by the unit leadership or the charge nurse.
5.8 Demonstrates adaptability to change and flexibility in accepting assignments that differ from the established norm.
5.9 Actively and enthusiastically participates in the orientation of new personnel including, but not limited to clerical, nursing, and medical personnel. Adheres to Unit Clerk dress code.
6. Continuous quality improvement
6.1 Takes responsibility for correcting hazards, or reporting faulty equipment, which may endanger self and others and reports status of equipment to unit leadership.
6.2 Is aware of and participates in department and Rush quality improvement initiatives.
7. Education and self-development
7.1 Seeks continual opportunities to learn and assumes accountability for annual mandatory inservice requirements.
7.2 Attends staff meetings on scheduled workdays and signs off on minutes of all other meetings.

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: D&IS Innovation

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: $65.44 - $98.81 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 Enterprise AI Architect is responsible for designing, governing, and enabling scalable, secure, and compliant artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and analytics architectures across the healthcare enterprise. This role defines technical standards, integration patterns, and architectural guardrails for AI solutions, ensuring alignment with clinical workflows, enterprise platforms, data strategy, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements.

• The Enterprise AI Architect serves as a senior technical authority bridging data engineering, AI/ML, infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity, and supports teams from initial design through production operations.
• This is a full-time role reporting to the Director of AI & Innovation and working closely with AI, Data, Security, Clinical Informatics, and Operations teams. The role is a core member of the Rush AI Center of Excellence.
• Location: Remote or Hybrid. Periodic travel to Chicago is required for team and enterprise events.

Responsibilities:
AI Architecture & Technical Strategy

• Define end-to-end architectures for AI solutions, from data ingestion through model deployment, monitoring, and retirement.
• Establish and maintain enterprise AI reference architectures, design patterns, and architectural standards.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise IT, cloud, data, integration, and application strategies.
• Evaluate emerging AI technologies, platforms, and tools for healthcare applicability and enterprise readiness.

Data, Platform & Integration Architecture

• Design scalable data architectures supporting AI/ML, analytics, and real-time decision support.
• Architect integrations across EHRs, enterprise systems, data platforms, and external services.
• Support healthcare interoperability standards including HL7, FHIR, APIs, and SMART on FHIR where applicable.
• Ensure data lineage, quality, reliability, and observability across AI pipelines.

AI/ML Enablement & Lifecycle Support

• Define architectural approaches for model development, deployment, versioning, monitoring, and retraining.
• Support MLOps practices including CI/CD, environment separation, automation, and reproducibility.
• Ensure architectures support explainability, auditability, performance monitoring, and model validation.
• Partner with data scientists and engineers to translate business and clinical use cases into technical designs.

Security, Privacy, Compliance & Responsible AI

• Embed security-by-design principles into AI architectures including IAM, network controls, encryption, and secrets management.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, data privacy, cybersecurity, and healthcare regulatory requirements.
• Design for PHI protection including minimum necessary access, de-identification and pseudonymization patterns, and auditable access controls.
• Support responsible AI practices including bias mitigation, transparency, explainability, and governance controls.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, risk, compliance, and legal teams on architecture reviews and third-party/vendor AI risk assessments.
• Partner with clinical and operational stakeholders to ensure patient safety, clinical appropriateness, change management, and fallback behavior for AI-enabled workflows.

Governance & Technical Oversight

• Participate in AI governance bodies, architecture review boards, and technical decision forums.
• Provide technical guidance and approvals for AI solutions moving from pilot to production.
• Create and maintain architectural documentation including reference architectures, standards, decision records, threat models, and data flow diagrams.
• Identify and manage architectural risks, dependencies, and technical debt.

Clarification of Architectural Role

• This role includes both strategic and hands-on responsibilities:
• Define standards and guardrails while also contributing to reference implementations.
• Review and approve designs while partnering directly with delivery teams.
• Maintain ownership of enterprise AI architecture decisions while advising product and project teams.
• Engage at a design and code-adjacent level (Python/SQL, pipelines, cloud services) as needed.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in IT, data, or solution architecture roles.
• 3+ years designing or supporting AI/ML platforms or advanced analytics solutions.
• Hands-on experience designing enterprise-scale data and AI architectures.
• Experience operating in complex, regulated environments such as healthcare.
• Strong relationship-building skills and a collaborative, outcomes-focused mindset.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Experience architecting AI/ML solutions in healthcare or life sciences.
• Familiarity with EHR platforms (e.g., Epic) and healthcare data models.
• Experience with cloud platforms, data lakes/warehouses, and MLOps tooling.
• Knowledge of AI governance, responsible AI frameworks, and model risk management.
• Architecture certifications or advanced technical credentials.

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.

OB/GYN – Family Planning/OB Hospitalist – Clinical Faculty/Physician

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 for the position of OB/GYN Physician in the Division of Family Planning and the Division of General OB/GYN as an OB Hospitalist.

Position Requirements/Responsibilities:

•Must be board eligible or certified in both General Obstetrics and Gynecology and Complex Family Planning.

 •Must possess a strong commitment to resident/fellow education, clinical medicine, and clinical research, in accordance with Rush’s commitment to academic excellence. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

•Clinical time will be split between complex family planning and OB hospitalist. 

•CFP Clinical responsibilities will include staffing and RUSH operating room procedures and complex family planning clinics along with shifts at Planned Parenthood of Illinois 

•OB hospitalist clinical responsibilities include staffing a 10-bed labor and delivery unit with a busy high-risk obstetrical service 

The Obstetrics and Gynecology team at Rush University Medical Center utilizes a multidisciplinary team-based approach, including generalists, OB hospitalists, and sub-specialists in maternal fetal medicine, gynecologic oncology, urogynecology, reproductive endocrinology and infertility, family planning and advanced practice providers, as well as working closely with colleagues in neonatology, anesthesiology, other medical specialties, nursing and ancillary staff. Rush’s Complex Family Planning Division has an established and growing fellowship, has a busy clinical practice, is active in research and education, and builds partnerships across the Midwest to expand abortion access.

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 both for clinical excellence and as a top employer. U.S. News & World Report placed Rush on its Best Hospitals Honor Roll for 2026–2027, ranking it among the top 50 of more than 4,500 hospitals evaluated and No. 1 among Illinois and Chicago-area hospitals. Vizient awarded Rush its Quality Leadership Award, marking the 13th consecutive year the health system has ranked among the top 10 of 99 academic medical centers nationwide. On the workplace side, Modern Healthcare named Rush one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare in 2026, citing its culture, financial rewards, and training and advancement opportunities, while Becker's Hospital Review similarly included Rush University System for Health on its 2026 list of top places to work in healthcare, pointing to culture, comprehensive compensation and benefits, and extensive mental health resources as key factors.

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.

Total Compensation Pay Range: $ 293,500 - $335,000 (range for Assistant to Associate Professor)

 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: 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 Group

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: LP Multispecialty - Clinic

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (6:00:00 AM - 6:15:00 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

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: 1620 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60612

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Emergency Department

Work Type: Full-Time - 36 Hours per week (0. 9 FTE)

Shift: Night Shift: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Work Schedule: 12-Hour Shifts - Weekends Included

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $21.00 - $26.25 per hour

Summary:
The Patient Care Technician II (PCT) performs a variety of clinical and environmental tasks under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The PCT duties are of a technical nature requiring specialized training and skills including but not limited to routine (daily) utilization of phlebotomy skills. The PCT demonstrates the ability to care for patients of all ages in the clinical setting. The PCT exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior formal clinical training. This may include CMA, CNA, PCT, EMT, corpsman, paramedic, and nursing or medical student experience.
• Maintains current BLS certification.
• Successful completion of the institutional screening examination.
• Ability to solve simple problems.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Phlebotomy.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Prior clinical experience in an acute care setting.
Physical Demands:
• The ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
• Lifting or carrying objects 35-40 lbs. and supporting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
• Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

Responsibilities:
1. Assists the RN in the delivery of patient care.
1.1 Reports to charge RN or designate for assignment of duties.
1.2 Maintains a safe patient environment.
1.3 Sets priority of duties based on needs of patient and unit under the direction of the RN.
1.4 Under the direction of the RN, participates in the implementation of individualized plans of care.
1.5 Assists patients in activities of daily living.
1.6 Accurately obtains patient data and documents all care in the appropriate patient care record.
1.7 Performs routine procedures, treatments and specimen collections.
1.8 Demonstrates aseptic technique, when necessary.
1.9 Assists RN or physician with advanced procedures.
1.10 Assists the nurse in the management of uncomplicated tubes and drains.
1.11 Performs specific patient care procedures such as blood glucose testing, specimen collection, etc.
1.12 Demonstrates knowledge of age specific variables and growth and development. 1.13 Immediately reports changes in patient condition to the appropriate RN.
1.14 Performs phlebotomy routinely, as delegated; correctly labels and processes specimens for laboratory analysis.
2. Transports patients and (other) items as needed.
2.1 Assists with admission, discharge, and transport of patients.
2.2 Transports laboratory specimens and patient belongings as required.
2.3 Obtains blood products, supplies and equipment as necessary.
3. Competently utilizes technology.
3.1 Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the telephone and patient call system(s).
3.2 Demonstrates proficiency in the use of Epic...
3.3 Demonstrates proficiency in the use of selected unit specific monitors, pumps, and other equipment.3.4 Consistently documents in real time at the point of care.
4. Maintains a safe and orderly, well-equipped environment.
4.1 Maintains a safe work environment: Keeps patient rooms and unit orderly according to guidelines and unit routine.
4.2 Independently orders, organizes, and restocks according to unit specifications.
4.3 Replenishes patient room supplies.
4.4 Maintains emergency supplies.
5. Demonstrates a professional work style in interactions with internal and external customers.
5.1 Communicates all pertinent information to the appropriate team member throughout the shift and to the oncoming shift.
5.2 Negotiates break time and communicates departure and return time per unit protocol.
5.3 Demonstrates a willingness to accept positive and negative feedback and changes behavior as indicated.
5.4 Demonstrates initiative and self-direction in work habits.

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.