Epi Research Assistant - Alzheimer's Disease Center

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Hematology-Oncology

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 10 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 6:30:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $19.50 - $29.73 per hour

Sign-On Bonus:$3,000

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting Physicians, Mid-Level Practitioners, and Registered Nurses with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients in an ambulatory care setting. The Medical Assistant assumes responsibility for maintaining patient flow, the upkeep of exam and treatment rooms, and performing basic skills such as vital signs and point of care testing. In addition, the Certified Medical Assistant will administer intramuscular injections, immunizations, small volume nebulizer treatment, over-the-counter medications under the direction of a Physician. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures, including complying with all Rush University Medical Group Customer Service Standards.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•High school diploma/GED required.
•Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required (includes principles and techniques of injections and medication administration) required upon hire.
•Graduates of a Rush Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program are required to obtain Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required within six months of hire.
•Current CPR certification required upon start date.
•Computer skills.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•Excellent customer service skills.
•Excellent organizational skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•One year clinical experience.
•Phlebotomy experience.
•Epic Ambulatory experience.

Responsibilities:
1.Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
2.Performs patient intake: vital signs, height and weight, reason for visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and other interventions as required.
3.Prepares patient for exam based on reason for visit.
4.Prepares and supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
5.Reviews appointment schedules and ensures all patient charts are available for the visit.
6.Reviews patient charts and ensures that all ancillary reports and required paperwork are available to the provider at the time of visit.
7.Performs basic lab and testing procedures according to standards.
8.Performs phlebotomy and EKGs.
9.Administers immunizations as ordered by Physician.
10.Administers RUMG approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
11.Performs nebulizer treatments in the clinic setting after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
12.Performs Tuberculin skin testing upon the order of the Physician.
13.Demonstrates appropriate population specific techniques with patients.
14.Documents administration of over-the-counter medications and/or other medications in Epic per policy or protocol.
15.Cleans, prepares and stocks exam rooms, treatment rooms, and workstations.
16.Calls patients regarding test results and medical instruction under the direction of a Physician.
17.Calls in medication refills under the direction of a Physician or protocol.
18.Documents patient care information in the outpatient medical record according to standards.
19.Assists with scheduling of patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
20.Assists in the care, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and instruments.
21.Maintains the inventory of medical and linen supplies.
22.Maintains quality control for equipment.
23.Provides cross coverage to other clinical areas as assigned.
24.Participates in quality improvement projects.
25.Maintains compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and other regulatory bodies.
26.May have Unit specific duties as needed.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Social Work & Community Health

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: $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 Care Coordinators a key member of Rush University System for Health (RUSH). This position provides follow-up (both in-person and telephonic) interventions/consultations for both individuals and caregivers/families around health, aging and social determinants of health that affect communities surrounding Rush. In addition, the position develops relationships throughout RUSH and with community partner organizations to connect patients to appropriate resources. This person must exemplify the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and act in accordance with Rush policies and procedures, including complying with all Rush University Medical Center Customer Service Standards.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work
• Understanding of older adults, family caregiving, chronic/debilitating disease/disabilities, and social determinants of health (SDoH) issues.
• Strong assessment and care management skills.
• Demonstrates initiative and strong interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Qualities we are seeking include: Cultural humility, ability to build trustful relationships with clients, nonjudgmental and empathetic listening skills; ability to show compassion and respect;
• Ability to provide encouragement and constructive guidance to peers;
• Independent worker who can maintain positive attitude and results under pressure.
• Shows acceptance of each person and their life journey.
• Demonstrates passion and commitment. Understands strengths and challenges of their community and which strategies will work best.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Bilingual 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:
• Assess psychosocial needs by phone, in-person and/or in community-based settings to provide necessary support to individuals within Rush and in neighboring communities.
• Communicate with client/patient and family to offer information and assistance, available resources and care coordination.
• Assists patients/caregivers, and community members navigate the system by removing potential barriers to support and care.
• Promote development of Rush programming which places support and educational activities alongside outstanding care management services to maximize impact, external recognition and growth in coordination with other departments.
• Actively plan for and participate in supervision spaces.
• Learn/understand context of current healthcare policies as it relates to Rush as an academic medical center and the communities surrounding the hospital.
• Increase participation in Rush wellness programs such as Rush Generations and other supports that increase access to health education and wellbeing.
• Promote Rush University Medical Center clinical services by referring clients to relevant Rush service lines.
• Connect and liaise with other departments to develop mutually beneficial alliances.
• Actively seek out internal and external opportunities for growth to move toward obtaining social work licensure.ed.

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 Transport Services

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

Shift: Shift 2

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (3:00:00 PM - 11:30:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $19.25 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:
Transporting patients and patient-related items throughout the hospital complex. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Respond to a Dr. Code Blue/Delivering Blood Gases (Main- House, Professional Building, Academic Facility and Johnston R. Bowman, which is about two (2) blocks).
Physical Demands:
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and have excellent patient contact/customer skills.
• Physically able to constantly push stretcher and/or wheelchair patients; on foot, the majority of the work day.
• Must be able to walk at a fast pace and sometimes run, in a life and death situation, which are as follows:
• Transporting Emergency Room patients via stretchers.
• Transporting patients via stretcher to and from JRB
• Transporting patients via wheelchair/stretcher up and down inclines.
• Using the stairs, depending on the emergency request.
• Pushing a large emergency crash cart (approximately 200 lbs.) from the Pharmacy Department to the emergency site.

Responsibilities:
•To maintain self in appearance and attitude in a professional manner.
•To function under pressure when interacting with patients, co-workers, etc., under difficult situations without being offended.
•To follow all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
•Train new Transport Specialists on all aspects of the jobs; e.g. how to use and accept job assignments from Patient Tracking via telephone (refer to Patient Tracking Guidelines), how to record their job assignments, body mechanics, how to properly use various pieces of equipment (i.e. beds, stretchers/wheel- chairs, I-meds, oxygen, etc.), how to transport patients up and down inclines as well as getting on and off the elevators, procedures on the units/departments, monitoring work assignments, etc.
•Assist in evaluating new wheelchairs and stretchers to be purchased to transport patients.
•Transport patients, hospital records, and other materials throughout the institution.
•Physically move patients on and off transport equipment. Assist the patient care units/departments' staff with transferring patients to and from beds to HTS wheelchairs/stretchers.
•Check the gauge of the Oxygen Tank (02) to make sure it is full when transporting patients on oxygen to their exams. Provides back-up assistance for the Doorman to transport outpatients to and from the Professional Building.
•Escort discharged patients with their belongings to the Credit Office when requested by the units to pick up their personal items from the vault.
•Transport deceased patients on the cadaver cart to the morgue.
•Accompany the undertaker and/or police personnel upon request to the morgue to release deceased patients.
•Per Medical Records, transport deceased patients to the receiving dock (deceased patients are never to be left unattended) to be picked up by the Police personnel.
•Transport the deceased patients to the Viewing Room.
•Respond to Dr. Code pages with crash carts and remain until completed.
•Make up stretchers with clean linen as needed. Strip stretchers of soiled linen and place soiled linen in the proper laundry pickup stations.
•Deliver wheelchairs and stretchers to the units/departments when requested.
•Transport blood product requisitions to various areas when the tube station is out of service.
•Transport blood bank pickup slips (when tube station is out of service) from the units, to the Blood Center, and return blood to the patient care nursing unit's staff.
•Transport the patient's belongings as directed.
•Deliver wheelchairs/stretchers that are in need of repair and/or cleaning to the storage areas (005 Pavilion (wheelchairs only), room 415 Jones, and 909 Jelke).
•HTS wheelchairs/stretchers are not to be left unattended in hallways, on the units, by Elevators, etc.; unattended wheelchairs/stretchers are placed in the designated storage areas when not used to transport patients (005 Pavilion( wheelchairs only), 415 Jones, and 909 Jelke).
•Alert the Security Department when unusual occurrences are observed.
•Attend meetings when requested.
•Perform related duties 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: Ambulatory Clinical IT Svcs

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: $46.07 - $68.64 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:
This position develops, builds, and modifies Epic applications. Writes documentation specifications, fact-finding and analyzes complex results and proposes solutions or recommendations. Builds, configures and/or modifying applications using existing application tools. This role performs highly complex analysis, design, development, testing and support services for Epic applications. Leads and monitors multiple large scale projects within multiple functional departments. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Leads and monitors multiple large-scale projects within multiple functional departments.
• Performs highly complex designs, implements, maintains, and provides ongoing optimization and support for Epic clinical applications.
• Performs workflow assessments, capture business needs, and analyze internal systems to determine functional requirements for optimal utilization of Epic applications.
• Works within cross-functional team and with end-users to achieve application integration to meet clinical needs.
• Performs builds, upgrades, and system enhancements as needed.
• Supports applications throughout all phases of implementation.
• Delivers post-implementation training, support, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Configures vendor applications and products.
• Maintains system documentation and develops system specifications and procedures.
• Defines and documents user requirements.
• Applies project planning and project management methodologies.
• Coordinates and leads short duration projects; monitoring project process, progress and results.
• Develops test plans, prepares test data and performs system testing.
• Provides on-site user support during implementations.
• Takes on-call for system application support at scheduled times.
• Audits data entered by end users.
• Troubleshoots and tracks issues and problems.
• Applies systems development methodology to solve problems.
• Handles multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Mentors more junior members of the team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 7 years of Epic application experience.
• An Associate degree and nine (9) years of Epic application experience will be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor’s.
• Epic certification(s).
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize system tools to meet functionality needs of users including proficiency with information systems technology such as Microsoft Office Products.
• Experienced planning and organizing day-to-day activities, effectively managing more than one task, and meeting established deadlines.
• Experienced in leading projects, providing expert consultative guidance and direction on change initiatives, effectively dedicating time across more than one project, and meeting established deadlines.
• Experience leading meetings between business stakeholders, technical resources, and third parties for business requirements and technical solutions.
• Experienced working with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team, and interacting with all levels of the organization.
• Detail oriented, strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with technical and clinical audiences.
• Ability to troubleshoot, research, and solve technically challenging problems involving integrated systems.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Experience working in a hospital or other health care organization.

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 Standard Patient Activity

Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE. 10)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 10 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 6:00:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $135.00 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
Gynecological Teaching Associates (GTA) are women who are trained to teach, assess, and provide feedback to learners about accurate pelvic, rectal and/or breast examination techniques. They are trained to use their own bodies as teaching tools in a supportive, safe, non-threatening and professional manner. Also, they provide information and feedback on communication skills related to patient comfort and safety in a standardized way. Teaching may be performed with individual learners or groups of learners. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Appropriate medical suitability for participation in multiple “well-woman” breast and pelvic physical examinations.
• A commitment to the advancement of women’s health and sensitive “patient-centered” healthcare.
• Comfortable with one’s own body.
• A high degree of professionalism and credibility.
• Ability to teach others.
• Ability to employ one’s own body as a tool of instruction.
• Establish rapport with learners and to reduce learner anxiety.
• Evaluate learner performance and share constructive feedback in a clear and tactful manner
• Excellent interpersonal skills including strong oral and presentation skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience as a GTA
• Advanced knowledge of human anatomy and/or women’s health issues

Responsibilities:
• Teach learners proper physical exam technique of the breast, including inspection and palpation of the breast and surrounding lymph nodes. Guide the learners through the exam as they perform the breast exam on the GTA’s body.
• Teach learners proper physical exam technique for the pelvic exam, including external and internal inspection and palpation and surrounding lymph nodes. The exam may include palpation of lymph nodes, vaginal speculum exam, bi-manual exam and recto-vaginal exam. Guide the learners through the exam as they perform the pelvic exam on the GTA’s body.
• Teach learners focused communication skills related to relaxation before, during, and after the physical examination.
• Provide support and encouragement to learners, to maximize the learning experience and build confidence.
• Provide feedback in a constructive fashion.
• Participate in group demonstrations of the exam, as required.
• Ensure personal and learner safety throughout the instructional session.
• Instructional format may include independent teaching or partnered teaching with a clinical preceptor or other GTA.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Location: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Endoscopy

Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0. 5)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:30:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $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:
General Summary:

The Endoscopy Technician III works under the direction of a physician, department leadership, and/or registered nurse. Provides support to the Endoscopy department before, during and after procedures. This role will serve as a resource, coach, and preceptor for other Endoscopy Technicians at RUMC while performing the duties of disinfecting endoscopic equipment, assisting physicians with the technical components of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures as assigned. In addition, this role exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Education and Experience:
Required
•High school diploma or equivalent.
•4 years of current Endoscopy Technician experience.
•Current GI Technical Specialist (GTS) certification or Advanced GTS.
•Current experience with decontamination and reprocessing of all instrumentation used in assigned department; according to regulatory agency requirements and standards set forth by professional organizations and institutional policies.
•Prior clinical training may include CMS, CNA, PCT, EMT, corpsman, or paramedic training.
•Successful completion of the institutional screening examination.
•Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
•Advanced knowledge of GI anatomy and aseptic techniques.
•Problem solving skills.
•Excellent communication and customer service skills.
•Basic computer skills.
•Demonstrates effective communication skills to foster teamwork within the work environment that ultimately supports the mission and values of Rush.
•Demonstrates knowledge of age appropriate care when caring for patients and treats patients, visitors, and staff in a caring manner with respect and dignity.
Preferred
•Advanced Life Support.
•Associate Degree or higher.
•Patient Care Technician Certification or Certified Medical Assistant.
•Accredited Phlebotomy and /or PIV training and course completion.
Other Duties:
Intravenous Line Insertion/Phlebotomy
•Under direction of the physician and supervision of a registered nurse, the Endoscopy Technician III will insert peripheral intravenous lines (PIV) and applies dressing in compliance with hospital and unit procedure.
•Demonstrates basic understanding of procedure to be performed ensuring proper placement of PIV line to not interfere with planned procedure
•Provides instruction/information to patient/significant other concerning placement of IV line/care being provided.
•Assists in emergency situations as needed.
•Under the direction of physician and supervision of a registered nurse, performs phlebotomy as assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands:
•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.
•The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter and retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
1.Provides training and support, clinical guidance, and serves as the resource point for all entry level endoscopy technicians and trainees.
2.Provides orientation for newly hired Endoscopy technicians.
3.Handles complex issues demonstrating clinically competent knowledge to provide solutions for the needs of the technicians.
4.Assists clinical team with endoscopic procedures that includes pre-procedure set-up (including documentation within ProVation and scope tracking software programs), assistance intra-procedure with specimen collection and treatments (including obtaining tissue specimens, polypectomies, therapeutic injections, and dilatations), and post-procedure processes with management of equipment and supplies.
5.Demonstrates proficiency in the use of unit specific equipment and supplies that includes preparing and maintaining endoscopic equipment during procedures (i.e., electro-cautery, heating probes, endoscopic light source).
6.Demonstrates accurate cleaning and disinfecting procedures for all endoscopes and accessory equipment that adheres to Infection Control Guidelines and equipment manufacturer instructions for use.
7.Reports equipment malfunctions to either charge nurse or unit leadership and ensures the scope tracking process is maintained within the scope tracking program (SPM).
8.Reports to Charge RN or designee for assignment of duties and sets priority of duties based on needs of patient and unit, under the direction of the RN.
9.Keeps procedure rooms orderly and independently organizes and restocks according to unit specifications.
10.Transports laboratory specimens, blood products, and patient belongings as required and assists with the admission, discharge, and transport of patients.
11.Performs routine specimen collections (blood glucose, urine, etc.).

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.