Advanced Practice Provider - Orthopedics Lead - RCMC

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Microbial Pathogens & Immunity

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: $17.63 - $24.91 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:
Job Summary:
A Lab Research Technician is a technical specialist who supports laboratory operations through hands-on execution of established procedures, equipment operation, specimen handling, and compliance with safety and quality standards. The role emphasizes technical accuracy, consistency, and operational reliability, with limited responsibility for research interpretation or study design.
The Lab Research Technician 1 (LAB RT1) supports laboratory operations by preparing samples, maintaining equipment, and performing basic scientific procedures under close supervision. This entry-level role provides hands-on learning opportunities while contributing to day-to-day lab activities such as reagent preparation, documentation, and data entry. The LAB RT1 works as part of a research team and builds foundational skills necessary for more advanced technical work.
Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
Education: High School diploma or equivalent
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
•Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques and scientific terminology
•Familiarity with laboratory equipment and sample handling practices
•Understanding of safety protocols and PPE use in laboratory settings
•Attention to detail in labeling, cleaning, and inventory support
•Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
•Skill in organizing tasks and supporting laboratory workflows
•Effective communication with peers and supervisors
•Ability to learn laboratory procedures, tools, and documentation systems
•Dependability in completing assigned tasks and maintaining confidentiality
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Education: Associate's degree in basic science with applied laboratory coursework
Physical Demands:
•Requires use of fine motor skills for laboratory tasks such as pipetting, specimen handling, equipment operation, labeling, and data entry
•Requires visual acuity and manual dexterity to accurately operate laboratory instruments, read measurements, and document information
•Frequently stands or walks while performing laboratory procedures and moving between workstations
•Occasionally lifts, carries, or moves laboratory supplies or equipment weighing up to 25 lbs
•Must safely work in laboratory environments involving chemicals, biological specimens, temperature-controlled equipment, or mechanical devices while following established safety protocols and wearing required personal protective equipment
Competencies:
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:
•Under supervision, collect and prepare biological samples for processing following established protocols. Label, store, and log samples according to established protocols. Assist senior staff in maintaining sample integrity.
•Prepare basic laboratory equipment for routine use following establishing protocols. Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, calibration checks, and restocking supplies. Alert senior staff to equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs.
•Conduct basic laboratory techniques and procedures following established protocols. Prepare solutions, buffers, and media.
•Operate basic laboratory equipment. Monitor equipment during procedures and record observations/results.
•Record raw data accurately into laboratory notebook or digital equivalent. Perform basic calculations and data entry. Assist in data validation.
•Follow institutional policies for biosafety, chemical safety, and radiation safety. Wear appropriate PPE. Follow institutional waste disposal procedures. Report spills, exposures, and injuries promptly.
•Maintain organized laboratory notebook or digital equivalent. Submit data and observations to senior staff for review.
•Assist in preparing data summaries. Assist in troubleshooting errors.
•Complete required lab specific training.
•Perform other related duties as assigned to support daily research operations.

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 Simulation Center

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: $23.12 - $32.66 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:
The Rush University Simulation Laboratory Technician is responsible for setting up and taking down simulation training scenarios, and operating and maintaining electronic simulators, task trainers, audiovisual, and computerized equipment. 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.
•Technical/mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate Mac, PC, and Windows platform computer systems.
•Preference will be given to individuals with a background in medical technology, emergency medical procedures or critical care.
•Personal ability and commitment to fulfill the Principle Duties and Responsibilities.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Associates degree in a health related background or Baccalaureate in a health related discipline.

Responsibilities:
1. Support training exercises using both high and low fidelity health care simulators.
2. Maintain a thorough working knowledge of all training equipment.
3. Maintain and trouble-shoot training equipment.
4. Coordinate laboratory housekeeping.
5. Provide tours of the simulation lab, providing technological demonstration of equipment.

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: RAB Retail Pharmacy

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

Shift: Shift 1

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

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

Pay Range: $49.53 - $78.02 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 Pharmacist is responsible for assuring the effective and efficient provision of pharmaceutical care services. Perform all duties necessary to provide for the effective daily operation of departmental services and programs. The Pharmacist is proactively involved in safe, rational and cost-effective therapeutic decision making. In the course of performing his/her duties, the Pharmacist is responsible for the activities of pharmacy residents, students and supportive personnel as assigned in all practice areas. The Pharmacist reports directly to the immediate supervisor of the assigned practice area. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy and/or PharmD.
•Licensed or eligible for licensure in Illinois.
•Effective verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
•Strong work ethic with demonstrated leadership activities or potential for developing leadership behavior.
•Must be able to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including within the Department of Pharmacy.
•Continually support and participate in the development of the Pharmacy Department’s goals and objectives. Candidates must be comfortable with change that is associated with these efforts
•Demonstrates leadership in performance of expected responsibilities.
•Maintains currency in the professional and clinical literature of the profession.
•Maintains competency in unique aspects of drug therapy for the patients care is provided for. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of clinical monitoring activities.
•Demonstrates the ability to use standard texts, online drug information resources and other sources of information and apply it to general patient care questions.
•Effectively and respectfully communicates with patients, pharmacists, nurses and physicians. Represents the face of the Department of Pharmacy in a professional manner during every interaction with our customers.
•Maintains working knowledge of medical center and departmental policies and procedures, including safety issues, inventory control and distribution, and infection control.
•Participates in educational seminars presented by residents in the Department.
•Required to attend medical center and/or departmental inservice or continuing education programs.
•Completes required age/disease state specific competencies. Completes medical center required annual competencies or educational programming.
•Assists in the training of new employees, support personnel, residents, and students. Precepts pharmacy students on hospital and/or clinical rotations, consistent with academic credentials and clinical experience.
•Takes responsibility for personal and professional growth within assigned position in the Department of Pharmacy.
•Maintains active Illinois licensing status to practice.
•Encouraged to pursue board certification (BPS).
•Ensures compliance with accreditation standards and with federal, state and local regulations.
•Maintains Rush ICARE values (innovation, collaboration, accountability, respect and excellence). Works cooperatively with others to use appropriate systems strengths, knowledge and cooperation to improve performance.
•Responds to the department’s Disaster Plan as prescribed by medical center policy.
•Reviews policies and procedures when requested.
•Belongs to local/state/national professional pharmacy organizations; attends meetings.
•Active participation in professional organizations is encouraged.
•Participates on other projects as assigned or as pertains to the pharmacy area.

Responsibilities:
1. Evaluates physicians’ orders for therapeutic appropriateness, proper dosing, drug interactions, allergic reactions, route, labs, contraindications and rate of administration and therapeutic redundancies.
2. Verifies orders in Epic in a timely manner and if necessary, clarifies orders through direct and timely contact with prescriber or designated practitioner.
3. Workflow may include evaluation and/or Epic order entry of cytotoxic drug therapy orders. The order evaluation may be performed on new orders or as a profile review of a target patient population.
4. A profile review would include (but not be limited to) a focus on: high risk medication review for appropriateness in dose, indication and duration of treatment; reduction of unnecessary medications; drug-drug or drug-food interaction evaluation; changes in renal and/or hepatic function that would impact medication dosing; use of trigger medications that would reflect an adverse event such as a adverse drug reaction or medication error.
5. Provides patient-specific pharmacotherapy recommendations and drug information to the medical and nursing staff. Provides general and/or patient specific drug information as required to other health professionals. When appropriate, makes recommendations for cost-effective alternatives to medication orders. In-services to nursing units as needed, to communicate changes in Rush formulary or other specific drug use issues.
6. Performs medication admission and allergy histories and discharge counseling per the Pharmacy Department’s direction (may include all patients, those receiving high risk medications or another identified subset of patients).
7. Appropriately documents in Epic all interventions, checking of patient’s own medication, vancomycin/aminoglycoside consultation, patient education (i.e. warfarin teaching) and any communication related to admission medication histories or discharge counseling.
8. Performs daily review of pharmacy reports: IV to PO, CrCl report, pharmacokinetic monitoring and any other drug or patient-focused report that may be required.
10. Implements all drug use policy and formulary decisions of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. Oversees therapeutic substitutions as appropriate.
11. Participates in Unusual Occurrence, UO (ADR and medication error) reporting program.
12. Provides clear and specific handoff communications to next provider of care whenever necessary. This may be the next pharmacist on shift, or other healthcare professionals, such as when patients are being discharged.
13. Identify medication safety issues and takes steps to make corrections, or brings system change suggestions to the attention of the appropriate personnel.
14. Participate in quality assurance projects, drug utilization evaluations and formulary monograph development as assigned.
15. Rotation from a unit-based position through the central pharmacy will be expected to happen on rotation with other clinical staff pharmacists. This will include the checking of pyxis, patient specific medication supplies, IV and TPN production
16. Provides general supervision for technical support in their assigned operational area. Monitors and coordinates workflow with established delivery schedules.

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.