Security Officer ROPH

23704
January 08, 2026

Job Description

Location: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Security

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (6:30:00 AM - 3:00:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $17.63 - $27.77 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:
Reporting to the Supervisor of Security ROPH this role is responsible for monitoring the hospital’s building and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry and for enforcing policies and procedures related to safety and security of personnel and property. Additionally, assists patients, visitors and staff in matters related to safety and security

Other information:

•Must be at least 21 years old.

•High school graduate or GED.

•Must possess/maintain a valid Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) from the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) after successfully completing a 20-hour security guard training course from an approved provider.

•Valid Illinois, Indiana, or Wisconsin driver’s license required with a prior driving record deemed acceptable to Human Resources pursuant to a driver’s history check.

•Excellent verbal and written communication skills and customer service.

•Basic computer skills are essential.

•Must be flexible with scheduling.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

•Prior security experience in a healthcare environment.

•Healthcare security certification at the “basic” level by the International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS).

•Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certified.

Physical Demands:
•Must be able to stand or walk during the majority, if not entire tour of duty and be able to withstand weather extremes for external assignments. Physically able to perform required responsibilities
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:
•Performs continuous surveillance of all hospital facilities and grounds to ensure all rules are followed and areas are secure.
•Investigates unusual occurrences related to security, responding to all security calls and assists patients, visitors and staff accordingly.
•Prepares incident reports, memorandums and other written documentation as needed and/or requested.
•Provides escorts in the parking lot to patients, visitors and staff if requested.
•Works with local law enforcement to on any pertinent investigation.
•Inspects packages leaving/arriving at hospital facilities.to ensure facility and personnel safety.
•Properly assesses unusual/dangerous situations. Protects those involved and communicates to all team members affected.
•Maintains all security equipment
•Participates in annual security response drills and trainings
•Performs other duties as assigned.

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

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The Site Supervisor, Health information Management (HIM) will lead on-site staff, promoting accuracy, security, and compliant medical records that meet accreditation, licensing, and reimbursement requirements and efficient operations. This leader oversees operations at a health information site office, improves efficiency, promotes a positive culture and the use of Epic automation and ancillary software solutions along with exemplifying the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

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1.Lead on-site staff members and act as a HIM operations resource for the team’s work to ensure smooth departmental operations, medical records and health information management operations
2.Understand and keep patient sensitive information protected per all applicable federal, state, and local guidelines, including HIPAA (Health Information Portability and Accountability Act) for medical records processing and requests.
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Human Resources Compliance Manager

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Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

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2.Develops, monitors, and audits all regulatory, legal, and organizational compliance requirements related to the pre-employment and employment cycles.
3.Acts as a subject matter expert on HR-related compliance matters and their impact on the organization. Provides consultative support to HR Business partners, Centers of Excellence (COEs) and senior leadership on policy interpretation and application. Collaborates with departments within and outside of HR to promote compliance awareness and consistency in policy execution.
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Other information:
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3. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
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8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience managing digital policy systems.
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1. Juris Doctor (JD) or advanced degree in a related field.
2. Experience with PolicyTech.
3. Experience managing compliance in a hospital system.
Physical Demands:
Requires the ability to travel to various locations within the Rush system.
Disclaimer:
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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.

Social Work Team Lead

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Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Social Work & Community Health

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Shift: Shift 1

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

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community partners as directed by Manager.
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chart review, interdisciplinary collaboration, and analysis of patient data.
•Provides evidence based, patient-centered, and trauma informed social work services to patients and families.
•Maintains process and training materials to ensure they are up-to-date, supporting both internal needs as well as external review (e.g.,
audits).
•Collaboration with Manager on program evaluation efforts and key deliverables.
•Leads the development and implementation of team’s programs or service line to address the changing needs of the community and
stakeholders.
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supporting staff, and to inform decision-making with Manager.

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.

Technical Laboratory Coord (Blood Bank)

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Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

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Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology
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education/work experience meeting the qualifications of moderate and/or high complexity Testing Personnel, Technical Consultant, Technical Supervisor or General Supervisor as defined by CLIA 42 CFR Part 493 Subpart M.
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•Medical Technologist (MT) via the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
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•Registered Histology Technician HT (ASCP) or have completed an accredited histology program with minimum of 5 years of experience coupled with recent leadership experience.
•Successful passing of the HT (ASCP) certification exam.
•Or education/work experience meeting the qualifications of moderate or high complexity testing personnel as defined by CLIA 42 CFR Part 493 Subpart M.
•Familiar with regulatory requirements for laboratories.
•Proven organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

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Administrative and Advanced Technical Duties
•Functions as a department expert and performs as a bench testing personnel member along with the duties outlined below.
•Sit and engage in interviews for applicants for open positions.
•Establishes a detailed orientation and training program for new staff within their area of expertise
•Held responsible for the complete and adequate training of new staff within their area of expertise
•Stay engaged with new staff to determine knowledge gaps or struggles.
•Monitors KPIs and TAT and initiates troubleshooting measures for respective areas when applicable
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•Provides continuing education opportunities to augment staff competency.
•Participates or initiates Quality Improvement initiatives. Gathers and analyzes data, then shares action plan for improvements. Responsible for changes within agreed upon timeline.
•Responsible for completion and sign off of the initial training checklist, 6-month competency and annual competency of all technologist staff.
•Ensures that all safety procedures are followed.
•Audits staff performance to ensure proper interaction with other team members and nursing staff based on hospital and department standards.
•Holds a monthly meeting with respective staff members
•Hold meetings with the lab director
•Enforces the use of departmental communication logs and shift to shift hand offs.
•Conscious of supply usage, monitors waste and makes recommendations for use of newer or less expensive products.
•Responds to physician and patient complaints with professionalism and in a timely manner.
•Handles and addresses non-conformity and Safety Events (TRIPSS) using SBAR in a respectful and timely manner
•Maintains accurate and up-to-date procedure manuals in all areas.
•Participates in the readiness for regulatory inspections.
•Addresses all teamwork issues quickly and professionally.
•Attends organizational meetings and is engaged and participates in the discussion.
•Makes certain that new or modified procedures are read and signed off within 30 days.
•Models telephone etiquette and holds staff accountable for professionalism, courtesy, helpfulness and proper tone.
•Responsible for a clean and organized work area.
•Reads and responds to emails in a timely fashion.
•Is available to staff off-hours via phone, in person or electronically for technical related duties
•Participates in test method selection for clinical testing.
•Responsible to new test validation, including accuracy and precision.
•Ensures participation in approved proficiency testing.
•Establishes and maintains the necessary Quality Control and review, including establishing parameters for acceptable performance and performing necessary review of data to ensure quality testing. Ensuring that all values are reviewed by Lab Director before accepting.
•Resolves technical issues as appropriate and teaches troubleshooting techniques to other staff. Keeps maintenance records up to date..
•Undertakes the competency assessment of staff working in their area.
•Other job duties as needed/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.

Advanced Practice Provider - Long-Term Acute Care - Chicago, IL

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: IM Hosp Med - Office

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

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Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hospital Medicine

Rush University Medical Center

Chicago, IL

 

 

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Nurse Practitioner:

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  • Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position
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Physician Assistant:

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  • Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program
  • Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
  • CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards.

Rush has over 600 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Across the system, the APPs are supported by 4 levels of leadership, including 39 Lead APPs, three chief CRNAs, and a Senior Director of Advanced Practice Providers. Rush’s vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day.

Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities.

Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities.

 

Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year.

 

All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years.

 

Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all.

Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, specialty; relevant experience and training; 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. Additional compensation may include premium pay rates, sign-on bonuses, and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay Range: $124,610 - $175,000

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.

    Advanced Practice Provider - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery - Chicago & Suburbs

    Location: Chicago, Illinois

    Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

    Department: Plastic Surgery - Of

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

    Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Advanced Practice Provider 

    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, located in downtown Chicago, invites applications for the position of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (PRS) Advanced Practice Provider (APP).This provider will support Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons in outpatient clinic as well as the Craniofacial Surgery (CFS) and Gender Affirmation Surgery (GAS) teams as needed. The role will help facilitate initial consultations, revision consultations, most post-operative visits, small procedures and cosmetic services at Rush University Medical Center and its affiliate sites. 

     

    Department/division specs 

    • Practice alongside seven PRS, CFS and GAS physicians and seven fellow APPs 

     

    Duties & Responsibilities: 

    • Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm 

    • Report directly to the Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Lead APP 

    • 100%outpatient 

     

    Preferred Qualifications: 

    • Applicants with previous Advanced Practice Provider experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery and/or related field is preferred, not required. Relevant RN experience may be considered. 

     

    Position Requirements:  

     

    Nurse Practitioner: 

    • Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process 

    • Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position 

    • Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP) 

    • CPR, ACLS and PALS certifications 

     

    Physician Assistant: 

    • Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process  

    • Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program 

    • Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants 

    • CPR, ACLS and PALS certifications 

     

    The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and actin accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards. 

     

    Rush has over 600 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Across the system, the APPs are supported by 4 levels of leadership, including 39 Lead APPs, three chief CRNAs, and a Senior Director of Advanced Practice Providers. Rush’s vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day. 

     

    Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities. 

     

    Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities. 

     

    Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year. 

     

    All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years. 

     

    Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all. 

     

    Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, specialty; relevant experience and training; 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 maybe applicable to this role. Additional compensation may include premium pay rates, sign-on bonuses, and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package. 

     

    Pay Range: $124,610 - $175,000 

     

    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.