Physician - Neurological Sciences - General Neurology, Headache Medicine - Chicago (Downtown)

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September 04, 2024

Job Description

Location: Chicago, IL

Hospital: RUSH University Medical Center

Department: Neurological Sciences

Headache Medicine– 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 Headache Medicine Neurologist in the Department of Neurological Sciences and Division of Headache Medicine and Neuro-ophthalmology.

Department and Department Specifics:

  • Collaboration with the General Neurology team and 6 academic clinical neurologists with Headache Medicine expertise
  • Our Neurology and Neurosurgery program is currently ranked 7th in U. S. News & World Report for specialty programs
  • Rush has made a commitment to significantly grow the already robust neuroscience program and footprint regionally and nationally, including with a new ambulatory building that opened in 2023

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Inpatient and Outpatient Care at our downtown campus
  • Grow our outpatient Headache Medicine practice
  • Teaching medical students, residents, and fellows at Rush University Medical Center
  • The department also boasts a strong research infrastructure allowing faculty to thrive in their research pursuits, currently our division has multiple funded research projects in various areas of focus

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an ACGME-accredited Neurology Residency, Eligibility in ABPN in General Neurology and UCNS in Headache Medicine
  • Fellowship training in Headache Medicine
  • Hold medical licensure in IL (or can obtain IL License)
  • Eligibility for a faculty appointment as assistant professor or level commensurate with their experience and accomplishments

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 13thconsecutive 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: $267,000 - $360,000

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.

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Physician - Neurological Sciences - General Neurology - Chicago (Oak Park)

Location: Oak Park, IL

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Neurological Sciences

General Neurology – Clinical Faculty/Physician

Rush Oak Park Hospital

Oak Park, IL

Rush Oak Park Hospital, in Oak Park, Illinois, part of the Rush University System for Health network of hospitals, invites application for the position of General Neurologist.

Department/division specifics:

  • Rush’s Neurology programs are nationally ranked and allow a unique opportunity to collaborate clinically with over 100 faculty spanning the neurologic subspecialties
  • Teach with over 40 residents and fellows including an MS specific fellowship
  • Our Neurology and Neurosurgery program is currently ranked 7th in U. S. & World News for specialty programs
  • Boasts a strong research infrastructure allowing faculty to thrive in their research pursuits
  • Rush has made a commitment to significantly grow the already robust neuroscience program and footprint regionally and nationally, including with a new ambulatory building

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Flexibility to work in both inpatient and outpatient settings depending on specialization and career focus.
  • Faculty appointment at Rush University Medical Center
  • Teaching and research opportunities are also available if desired by the candidate

Qualifications:

  • Graduate of an ACGME-accredited Neurology Residency Program
  • Board Certified (BC) or Board Eligible (BE) in Neurology
  • Demonstrate outstanding clinical skills and dedication to high-quality patient care

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 Oak Park Hospital has provided exceptional health care in Chicago's western suburbs for more than a century. Part of Rush University System for Health, Rush Oak Park combines the convenience and personal touch of a community hospital with the technology and expertise of one of the nation's top academic health centers. Easily accessible by CTA, Metra and bus lines, Rush Oak Park Hospital serves the vibrant and diverse Oak Park and surrounding communities. With 185 beds, Rush Oak Park provides care for more than 40,000 patients per year.

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: $ 296,700 - $ 399,900

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.

    Guest Relations Associate

    Location: Chicago, Illinois

    Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

    Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

    Department: Guest Relations Info Desk

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    Shift: Shift 4

    Work Schedule: 8 Hr (11:30:00 AM - 8:00:00 PM)

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

    Pay Range: $16.48 - $25.96 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 Guest Relations Associate is responsible for providing a welcoming and supportive service experience for patients, families, visitors, and staff. The position is responsible for greeting and responding to the needs of these customers by providing information, service, and support in a timely manner. Individuals in this position are expected to behave in a positive, professional, and enthusiastic manner, as they are often the first contact patients and visitors will have with RUMC.
    In all interactions, the Guest Relations Associate will be mindful of the institutional values of innovation, collaboration, accountability, respect and excellence, and will exemplify the Rush mission, vision, and values, acting in accordance with RUMC policies and procedures.

    Other information:
    •Required Job Qualifications:
    •High School diploma or equivalent required
    •18 Years of age or older
    •Preferred Job Qualifications:
    •One year of college
    •1-2 years previous job related experience
    •Physical Demands:
    •The ability to independently move between work stations on campus

    Responsibilities:
    •Initiate greetings and positive interaction with patients, visitors, and staff.
    •Provide a welcoming impression and convey clear, precise information and directions in both face-to-face and telephonic interactions.
    •Approach all encounters with customers in a courteous, respectful, attentive, and service-oriented manner, representing the professional image of RUMC and its mission, vision and values.
    •Respect all customers’ privacy, perspective, priorities, time, and abilities.
    •Exercise sound judgment and appropriate discretion in resolving guest relations service issues.
    •Seek out current organizational information that affects this job function and provide appropriate feedback to Guest Relations Manager on information needs.
    •Monitor and report on trends related to service needs for continuously improving service delivery.
    •Always comply with Guest Relations policies and procedures to ensure high quality service delivery.
    •Communicate patient arrivals to clinical personnel.
    •Communicate with Volunteer Services and Transport for the procurement of wheelchair assistance.
    •Assist with support for effective patient flow.
    •Ensure the work environment is clean, well-organized, safe, and presents a professional and welcoming image to customers.
    •Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and demeanor, which includes wearing proper attire and nametag when working.
    •Ensure all vendors are listed on the SharePoint site before issuing an access badge.
    •Ensure that appropriate patient information is entered into the EPIC system.
    •Collaborate with coworkers and manager on scheduling requirements and be present at assigned workstations as scheduled. Requirements may vary according to department needs.
    •Photograph, check in and issue visitor passes to guests according to the Rush Visitor Management policy.
    •Perform 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.

    Surgical Technologist I

    Location: Chicago, Illinois

    Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

    Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

    Department: Operating Room

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

    Shift: Shift 4

    Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 PM - 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: $23.12 - $36.41 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 Surgical Technologist assists in patient care and surgical services under the supervision of a registered nurse. The primary responsibility of this person is to carry out the function of the scrub role during surgical procedures. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

    Other information:
    Required Job Qualifications:
    •Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
    •Progressive experience.
    •Analytical ability.
    •Communication skill in order to teach.
    •Able to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
    •Able to check documents for errors and use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data.
    •Demonstrates competency in scrubbing all assigned surgical procedures
    •Demonstrates manual dexterity in handling instruments and equipment
    •Demonstrates knowledge of progressive steps in specific surgical procedures.
    •Demonstrates sound judgment and decision making at all times. Assists nursing personnel by carrying out additional duties as delegated.
    •Demonstrates flexibility by accepting routine and non-routine assignments.
    Preferred Job Qualifications:
    Physical Demands:

    • Lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting 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:
    •Establishes and protects the integrity of the sterile field and back table at all times.
    •Takes corrective action and reports events to RN in room.
    •Handles/secures instruments, cords and draping materials utilizing aseptic technique.
    •Prepares instrumentation and equipment for decontamination per established protocols.
    •Demonstrates basic operating room technical skills
    •Participates in surgical cases in select areas as assigned.
    •Prioritizes scrub activities based upon the type of surgical procedure and the needs of the surgical team members.
    •Prepares sutures/other specified supplies per Operating Room Information System preference cards.
    •Obtains and safely assembles necessary equipment specific to the surgical procedure, surgeon preference and individual patient needs.
    •Assists in opening sterile supplies Applies knowledge of anatomy and physiology to individualize set up for surgical procedures.
    •Ensures equipment is functional; Identifies specialty instruments by type, function and name.
    •Ensures surgical items such as sponges, instruments are accounted for according to Operating Room policies and procedures.
    •Ensures and notifies surgical team of incorrect processes of surgical procedures. Anticipates the needs of the surgical team
    •Ensures Personal Protective Equipment and biohazard waste procedures are adhered to.
    •Collaboratively with all members of the health care team to ensure patient's privacy is protected
    •Restocks rooms according to the established par stock lists.
    •Participates, actively, in unit/area meetings.
    •Continually improves personal skills to ensure the highest quality patient care, education of patients, staff and students, research and community service.
    •Treats patients, visitors and staff in a caring manner with respect and dignity.
    •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.

    Food Service Assistant

    Location: Oak Park, Illinois

    Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

    Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

    Department: Food and Nutrition Services

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

    Shift: Shift 2

    Work Schedule: 4 Hr (4:00:00 PM - 8:00:00 PM)

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

    Pay Range: $16.48 - $23.28 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:
    Responsibilities includes patient facing food service on assigned units, cashier duties, food handling, dish room and sanitation. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

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    Required Job Qualifications:
    •Will train on the job.
    •Interpersonal skills with the ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail necessary.
    •Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
    •Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
    •Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to patients, families and associates of the organization.
    •Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
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    •Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, or oral form.
    •Ability to deal with problems and offer solution
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    •Previous food service experience
    •High school graduate or G.E.D.
    Physical Demands:
    •Ability to work in a fast pace environment.
    •Ability to bend, kneel, lift up to 25#, if necessary.

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    •Takes patients menu selections prior to each meal, complies with dietary restrictions on special modified diets in accordance with food allergies and
    sensitivities, cultural, ethnic and religious preferences, when patient inquires or needs additional selections.
    •Communicates and practices patient safety goals and patient confidentiality.
    •Utilizes equipment in performing job functions according to department’s safety procedures.
    •Assists in daily cleaning operations as needed to include dish room duties to ensure all necessary service ware is available for next meals service.
    •Required to participate and attends departmental meetings and staff development programs.
    •Exhibits pleasant and cheerful demeanor and maintains a helpful attitude towards employees, physicians, patients, and visitors.
    •Maintains sanitation standards of the department including disposal of waste in the proper manner, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning food service
    equipment.
    •Merchandises, portions and serves food and meals as directed to patients, customers and guests.
    •Operates cash register and collects money for food sold in retail services.
    •Maintains records, logs and reports as assigned.
    •Attends departmental and hospital wide in-services as assigned.
    •Adheres to departmental, hospital and regulatory agency standards.
    •Assigned duties may change frequently based on the needs of the operation.
    •Orders, receives, assembles, and prepares, portions, serves, transports and stores food and food service supplies in accordance with protocol. Performs
    cashier, sanitation and trash removal functions 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.