Location: Chicago, Illinois

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Psych Child West Camp - Office

Work Type: Full Time 

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry – 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 Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Section of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. This position will be primarily based at the Rush Behavioral Medicine’s West Campus.  

Qualifications: 

• Physician who has completed a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship. Experience with younger child populations and/or clinical research experience with such ages Experience and/or interest in working with children and adolescents with substance use disorders (SUD) 
• Experience with younger child populations and/or clinical research experience with such ages
• Experience and/or interest in working with children and adolescents with substance use disorders (SUD)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conducting specialized diagnostic evaluations and psychopharmacological treatment.
• Supervising trainees in clinical settings.
• Serving as core faculty for the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship training program.

Position Opportunities:

• Participation in research projects.
• Involvement in local and national organized medicine.
• Community education and academic presentations of clinical and research work.
• Opportunities to develop administrative and research leadership skills.
•  Opportunity to develop systems of care for SUD within Rush and in collaboration with other institutions.
•  Encouraged to work within supportive, dynamic, multidisciplinary teams.

Rush University System for Health (Rush) is an academic health system whose mission is to improve the health of the individuals and the diverse communities it serves through the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships.

Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital, as well as numerous regional outpatient care facilities. Rush University, with more than 2,500 students, is a health sciences university that comprises Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, and the College of Health Sciences.

 Rush is an elite medical community recognized yearly for excellence in patient care, medical discovery and clinical expertise. We are committed to fostering and sustaining a climate and culture wherein all staff, faculty, patients, and students thrive. Our continued pursuits have earned Rush University Medical Center the distinction of being on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals Honor Roll for 2024-2025. This places the Medical Center amongst the top 50 of the more than 5,000 hospitals evaluated. U.S. News & World Report has also recognized eleven Rush programs amongst the nation’s best, including top ten national rankings for neurology and neurosurgery and orthopedics. Rush University Medical Center has received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking second among 99 academic medical centers across the country.

All three Rush hospitals have earned the LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation in the Healthcare Equality Index. Additionally, Rush has been named as one of the nation’s "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for past six consecutive years. Our physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses and staff are the heartbeat of our health system’s ongoing success. We know how important it is to recruit and retain exceptional staff and faculty to execute our mission.

 We’re passionate about health equity: for the communities we serve, for our patients and for our employees. We know that the South and West Sides of Chicago have historically been underserved. As a result, there is a 16-year gap in the life expectancy of someone in Chicago’s Loop versus someone in Chicago’s West Side. As the largest employer on Chicago’s West Side, we take it seriously that our institution can change this. As part of our Anchor Mission strategy, we hire, invest, buy and source, and volunteer locally. We’ve invested more than $6 million on the West Side since 2018, and that number continues to grow every year. And, of course, we continue to provide excellent patient care for everyone who comes to Rush. 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.

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: $210,000 - $308,000 Total Cash Compensation

 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: Access Center Specialty Care

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: $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:
The RUSH Access Center Specialist I manages all clinical and non-clinical calls and performs clinic activities including routine and advanced scheduling, basic triage, message taking, and referral management. The RUSH Access Center Specialist I collaborates with Access Center team members and practice staff to meet overall access, revenue cycle and scheduling objectives while exceeding customers’ expectations. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
High School Diploma required.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in patient care or related setting such as clinic, ambulatory care center, medical call center, or physician office strongly preferred.
Bilingual skills a plus.
Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) preferred.
Skills:Excellent communication and outstanding customer service and listening skills required. Critical thinking, sound judgment and strong problem-solving skills essential. Must be team-oriented, open minded, flexible, and willing to learn. Strong attention to detail and accuracy required. Need the ability to type 40 WPM and process basic Microsoft Office, Outlook and Word experience.
Abilities:Ability to prioritize and function effectively, efficiently and accurately in a multi-tasking, complex, fast paced and challenging call center environment. Ability to act responsibly and quickly with sound judgement when problem solving. Ability to utilize Epic Cadence efficiently. Employees hired into this role must successfully pass the Epic scheduling test. Ability to listen to patients and process needs while simultaneously documenting in Epic.
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.
Date Reviewed:
Date Revised:

Responsibilities:
1.Answers all telephone calls within your work assignment as designated by your leadership with the goals of accurately scheduling patients as determined by departmental and Epic guidelines.
2.Evaluates non-scheduling related patient inquiries including clinical related calls; routes and escalates all inquiries following departmental and epic clinical guidelines inclusive of warm transfers to RN triage and/or to clinics.
3.Assesses the caller’s need and responds with critical judgment and ensures the appropriate resolution for the inquiry or issue. Understands when to escalate calls to nurse, and/or RUSH Access Center leadership.
4.Responsible for leveraging Salesforce and Genesys platforms to optimize patient interactions and workflow efficiency. Ensures accurate documentation, routing, and resolution of patient inquiries through integrated systems.
5.Proactively monitor areas of concern or uncertainty relating to the practices and suggest possible resolutions around access Epic build issues.
6.Exhibits strong understanding of specialized RUSH Access Center processes including but not limited to questionnaires, subgroups, auto search, pre-registration, message templates, radiology workflows, and referral capture and insurance plan networks.
7.Adheres to service specialized workflows for multiple specialty departments. Follows protocols built in Epic and documented practices scheduling requirements.
8.Responsible for accurately documenting appointment information and notifying the patient of information critical to their visit.
9.Drives and supports the RUSH revenue cycle by minimizing potential financial risk of patient accounts through patient insurance registration activities. This includes but is not limited to discussing the patient’s financial responsibility for their upcoming visit, outstanding balances, and referral requirements based on Rush contracts.
10.Effectively completes point of service collections over the phone using secure payment processing systems via multiple payment options, such as credit/debit cards and/or payment plans.
11.Maintains a high level of understanding and acts as a patient resource for physician and ancillary service offerings, navigating the Rush campus, payment categories, and the billing procedures of Rush University.
12.Exhibits sensitivity to patient health information and protects confidentiality. Always maintains privacy for patient and employee information.
13.Enhances the reputation of the RUSH Access Center by fostering ownership and personal responsibility for exceeding patient service expectations through accountability for actions and decisions setting a positive example to peers, coworkers, departments and patients.
14.Promotes a positive and productive environment, supporting teamwork and communication.
15.Works cooperatively in a team environment and supports a flexible structure to ensure the success of the RUSH Access Center.
16.Utilizes customer service skills to exceed the patient’s needs.
17.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.

Urgent Care Lead Advanced Practice Provider

 Rush North & Harlem and River North Outpatient Centers Chicago/Oak Park, IL 

The Emergency Department at the Rush Urgent Care Clinic – North & Harlem and the Rush Urgent Care Clinic – River North, associated with Rush University Medical Center of Chicago and Rush Oak Park Hospital, invites applications for the position of Urgent Care Lead Advanced Practice Provider. As part of an ongoing effort to support the local community, Rush is opening urgent care clinics to provide immediate access for a wide array of low- to moderate-acuity conditions and lower-cost care. The Emergency Department is committed to delivering excellent, patient-focused care in a collegial and cooperative atmosphere. Our affiliation with Rush University Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital allows for easy transfers of patients requiring advanced care.

 •The Lead APP role will be 0. 85FTE clinical and 0.15FTE administrative and will supervise a team of approximately 8 APPs. Clinical effort will be split between both urgent care sites (North & Harlem and River North). 

•In addition to clinical responsibilities, the Lead will be responsible for call scheduling, interviewing, evaluations, and recruitment.

 •Build a team of highly reliable, high-performing APP clinicians 

•Provide leadership to APP staff 

•Candidate must possess strong clinical skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills. 

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a licensed physician assistant (PA) or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who functions as a member of the health care team to provide high quality, comprehensive acute and/or routine medical/surgical care of Rush patients within the scope of practice granted in accordance with the Rush University Medical Center medical staff bylaws. The 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 400 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. With a Director of Advanced Practice and 34 Lead APPs across the system, 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 whose mission is to improve the health of the individuals and the diverse communities it serves through the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships. 

The Rush system includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital, as well as numerous outpatient care facilities. Rush University, with more than 2,500 students, is a health sciences university that comprises Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, and the College of Health Sciences. 

Rush is an elite medical community recognized yearly for excellence in patient care, medical discovery and clinical expertise. Our continued pursuits have earned Rush University Medical Center the distinction of being on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals Honor Roll for 2024-2025. This places the Medical Center amongst the top 50 of the more than 5,000 hospitals evaluated. U.S. News & World Report has also recognized eleven Rush programs amongst the nation’s best, including top ten national rankings for neurology and neurosurgery and orthopedics. Rush University Medical Center has received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking second among 99 academic medical centers across the country. All three Rush hospitals have earned the LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation in the Healthcare Equality Index. Our physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses and staff are the heartbeat of our health system’s ongoing success. We know how important it is to recruit and retain exceptional staff and faculty to execute our mission.

 We’re passionate about health equity: for the communities we serve, for our patients and for our employees. We know that the South and West Sides of Chicago have historically been underserved. As a result, there is a 16-year gap in the life expectancy of someone in Chicago’s Loop versus someone in Chicago’s West Side. As the largest employer on Chicago’s West Side, we take it seriously that our institution can change this. Rush has built a strong Office of Community Health Equity and Engagement, and we founded the RUSH BMO Institute of Health Equity. As part of our Anchor Mission strategy, we hire, invest, buy and source, and volunteer locally. We’ve invested more than $6 million on the West Side since 2018, and that number continues to grow every year. And, of course, we continue to provide excellent patient care for everyone who comes to Rush. 

Position Summary: 

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will provider all aspects of care including acute care, well care and chronic care in the urgent care setting for patients of all ages. 

Position Requirements: 

Nurse Practitioner: 

•Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse 

•Masters 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). 

•Maintains State of Illinois and Federal DEA license. 

•Must maintain Rush University Medical Center (RUMC) clinical privileges. 

•CPR, ACLS and PALS certifications. 

 • Excellent communicator  

 •Experience treating patients of all ages 

•Procedural experience (simple laceration repair, I&D) 

Physician Assistant:

 •Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate. 

•Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program.

 •Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants 

•Must maintain Rush University Medical Center (RUMC) clinical privileges.

 •Excellent communicator 

•Experience treating patients of all ages

 •Procedural experience (simple laceration repair, I&D) 

Preferred Qualifications: 

3+ years of APP experience in Urgent Care/Primary Care/Emergency Department settings. 

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 : $124,604 - $175,352 

Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems. Rush is an equal opportunity / Affirmative Action employer 

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Physician Assistant-CHS

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: $31.00 - $61.00 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:
Job Summary:
The Assistant Professor contributes to the teaching, research, and service missions. This role involves instruction at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, student mentorship, participation in scholarly activity, and service to the college and university. Annual assignments are determined in collaboration with the Department Chair or Program Director and are based on departmental and college needs. This position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Master’s degree in related field
•3 years teaching experience in higher education
•Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, instructional design, and student mentorship.
•Strong verbal and written communication skills.
•Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technologies.
•Ability to engage in scholarly work and contribute to the academic field.
•Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and organizational skills.
•Adaptability to evolving academic needs and willingness to participate in college and university service.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Doctoral degree
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:
•Teach assigned courses, including preparation of syllabi, lectures, assignments, and assessments.
•Develop and deliver curriculum aligned with current educational standards and best practices.
•Advise and mentor students on academic, professional, and career development matters.
•Collaborate with colleagues in program and course coordination, as needed.
•Participate in accreditation, program review, and curriculum development activities.
•Engage in scholarly activity, which may include research, publications, presentations, and/or grant writing.
•Serve on college and university committees and contribute to college-wide initiatives.
•Support student recruitment, admissions, and retention efforts as appropriate.
•Stay current with developments in the field and incorporate new knowledge into teaching and practice.
•Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair or Program Director.

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: Sankofa Wellness Center in Garfield Park (4305 W Madison, Chicago, IL, 60624) 

Business Unit:Rush Medical Center

Hospital:Rush University Medical Center

Department:Community Health Improvement

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 ourRush benefits page(https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range:$57,137 - $71,427 per year 
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 Administrative Manager will independently oversee the daily administrative operations of the Rush Center for Well-Being at the Sankofa Village Wellness Center (Rush@Sankofa) under the Community Health Equity and Engagement (CHEE) department. Responsibilities include office management, general operations related to purchasing, legal affairs, human resources functions for the department facilities management, communications, process and project management. The Administrative Manager position requires a motivated, well-organized, and conscientious individual who can manage multiple tasks at the same time. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:

Required Job Qualifications:
• High school diploma/GED required
• Five years’ experience in a management/supervisory capacity.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel).
• Excellent time-management skills and follow-through.
• Ability to grasp new concepts quickly, including an excellent understanding of the department’s complex processes and procedures.
• Ability to work independently, make good decisions and organize at a high level.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of how to manage and direct multiple offices in a hospital/university setting.
• Excellent decision-making and trouble-shooting skills.
• Ability to work with numerous personalities and positions.

Responsibilities: 

• Executes the vision of CHEE with a high commitment to excellence, through strategic planning and oversight of key initiatives. 
• Serves as liaison to department staff, Rush departments, Sankofa Wellness Center property management as appropriate to organize, coordinate and ensure timely and accurate completion of all required processes and facilities needs. 
• Oversees Rush@Sankofa Admin office expenses to meet budget targets; manage service facility requests of Rush-Sankofa space. 
• Assists the Rush@Sankofa managers with projects including programmatic, operational and process planning and execution; partnerships and budget management. 
• Provide scheduling assistance to Director, Community Health Improvement 
• Manage and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of operations through process improvements 
• Manage and facilitate vendor processing, purchasing requisitions/approval process and proper maintenance of monetary incentive tracking and reporting
• Manage, develop and maintain orientation and onboarding of new staff to Rush@Sankofa; provides in-service training to staff as needed to ensure efficient practices and compliance with RUMC departmental policies 
• Provides leadership and direction on the continuous improvement of office functions
• Ensures all office equipment is functioning and maintained in an appropriate manner. 
• Promotes a positive and productive environment, encourages teamwork and communication. • 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.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Physician Assistant-CHS

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:$65.00 - $110.00 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. This role has a corresponding incentive plan based on multiple factors. incentive compensation and additional benefits can be found on ourRush benefits page(https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits)

Job Summary:

The Chair/Program Director oversees the administrative operations of the Physician Assistant (PA) program in the Department of Physician Assistant Studies within the College of Health Sciences. The chair/program director provides leadership for academic, clinical, and research activities within the PA program, ensuring excellence in teaching, curriculum development, clinical education, and student success. The chair/program director represents the PA program within Rush University, across the medical center, and in national and international professional communities to advance the program’s mission. This role supports the Rush mission, vision, values, and practitioner-teacher model by fostering innovation in PA education, facilitating faculty and staff development, and maintaining program accreditation and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

1) Supports the mission, vision, goals and strategic objectives of the college, university and medical center.
2) Provides leadership for the development and implementation of the vision, mission and strategic plan of the department’s educational programs and patient care services.
3) Ensures the quality of the educational program(s) offered within the department as demonstrated by program outcomes and rankings (where available).
4) Ensures the quality of clinical and support activities provided by the department, as applicable.
5) Develops and maintains an effective research program within the department.
6) Maintains financial integrity of the department.
7) Supports professional, community and continuing education service activities within the department.
8) Provides faculty and staff development and a positive and productive work environment.
9) Promotes diversity within the department, college, university and medical center.

Program Administration and Department Operations:

1) Reports to the Dean, College of Health Sciences for all academic department activities.
2) Establishes goals and objectives for all department functions.
3) Responsible for the organization of the department and for the execution of the Medical Center, University, and College policies insofar as they affect the department.
4) Accountable for the professional activities of each department member as such activities relate to the department.
5) Fosters intradepartmental communication through regular faculty meetings and frequent consultation with the faculty of the department.
6) Fosters extra-departmental communication throughout Rush on issues involving the department.
7) Assures compliance with institutional, state, federal, and professional agency regulations and accrediting agency standards.
8) Ensures compliance with the Rules of Governance of Rush University and the Policies and Procedures of the College of Health Sciences by all members of the department faculty.
9) Participates in and develops community service in the department.
10) Promotes philanthropic development.
11) Responsible for all programmatic data (i.e. accreditation data, student records, internal reporting).
12) Responsible for establishing a culture of collegiality and collaboration within the department and across the colleges.
13) Assumes other duties related to chairperson role as assigned by the Dean of the College of Health Sciences.

Faculty/Staff:

1) Assures that there are the appropriate number of faculty/staff necessary to accomplish the defined goals and objectives of the department and meet accreditation requirements.
2) Establishes the optimal mix of faculty activities in the areas of education, research and administration in a manner that allows for accomplishment of department goals and objectives and recognizes the various specialties, expertise and career objectives/promotion of each faculty member.
3) Maintains a committed faculty through a recruitment program which will promote diversity among members in the pursuit of excellence in practice, education, and research.
4) Oversees faculty and staff evaluation and development.

Budget and Finance:

1) Defines and assures availability of resources (such as space, equipment, technical and clerical support) necessary to support the department.
2) Makes recommendations to the Dean annually regarding the department budget, including both operational and capital expenses, and manages the department within the approved budget.
3) Develops sources of non-operational revenues such as endowments, grants, contracts and gifts.

Educational Program:

1) Provides oversight for the educational program(s) including:
a. Marketing of programs and recruitment/selection of students, in collaboration with marketing and admissions.
b. Quality standards and all educational activities include maintenance of specialized programmatic accreditation and compliance with institutional, state, federal, and professional agency regulation and accreditation standards.
c. Student advising.
2) Leads and provides oversight for development and evaluation of curricula in conjunction with the college/university curriculum committees.
3) Actively participates in the department’s teaching program.
4) Ensures that appropriate clinical affiliate sites are established and maintained for students.

Research Programs:

1) Supports the college agenda for allied research partnerships with clinical operations.
2) Reviews all grant applications and research proposals emanating from the department with respect to appropriateness of purpose.
3) Promotes evidence-based practice and research and the generation and dissemination of new knowledge in the field.

Requirements:

• Graduate-level degree (Master’s or higher) in Physician Assistant Studies or a closely related field.
• Current or eligible for State of Illinois PA licensure.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience as a Physician Assistant, including at least 5 years in a full-time academic appointment with teaching responsibilities at the post-secondary level.
• Associated credentials in a field appropriate to providing academic leadership for the department
• Demonstrated abilities in teaching, research and scholarship, student advisement, committee service, management, and administration.
• Active in professional associations: demonstrated leadership role in organizations or societies external to Rush University related to the profession.
• Knowledge of clinical practice and management in an academic medical institution, experience in practice (preferred).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree (e.g., EdD, PhD, DHSc) in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in programmatic accreditation processes (e.g., ARC-PA).
• Demonstrated success in faculty development, strategic planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Experience in grant writing, research funding, or philanthropic development.
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. 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: Physician Assistant-CHS

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: $20.00 - $70.00 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:
Job Summary:
The Assistant Professor contributes to the teaching, research, and service missions. This role involves instruction at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, student mentorship, participation in scholarly activity, and service to the college and university. Annual assignments are determined in collaboration with the Department Chair or Program Director and are based on departmental and college needs. This position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Master’s degree in related field
•3 years teaching experience in higher education
•Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, instructional design, and student mentorship.
•Strong verbal and written communication skills.
•Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technologies.
•Ability to engage in scholarly work and contribute to the academic field.
•Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and organizational skills.
•Adaptability to evolving academic needs and willingness to participate in college and university service.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Doctoral degree
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:
•Teach assigned courses, including preparation of syllabi, lectures, assignments, and assessments.
•Develop and deliver curriculum aligned with current educational standards and best practices.
•Advise and mentor students on academic, professional, and career development matters.
•Collaborate with colleagues in program and course coordination, as needed.
•Participate in accreditation, program review, and curriculum development activities.
•Engage in scholarly activity, which may include research, publications, presentations, and/or grant writing.
•Serve on college and university committees and contribute to college-wide initiatives.
•Support student recruitment, admissions, and retention efforts as appropriate.
•Stay current with developments in the field and incorporate new knowledge into teaching and practice.
•Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair or Program Director.

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: Hematology-Oncology PBC RUMC

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:$76.35 - $113.76 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. This role has a corresponding incentive plan based on multiple factors. incentive compensation and additional benefits can be found on ourRush benefits page(https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits)

Summary:
The Associate Vice President-Nursing of the Rush System for Health is a member of the Cancer Service Line executive leadership team that establishes and executes strategy and organizational plans that support the implementation of strategic initiatives and operational goals and objectives for Cancer Services across the Rush System for Health.
This role has responsibility for all cancer sites and services across the Rush System cancer service line, for maintaining operations, excellent patient care through exemplary nursing practice, workforce stability, compliance and fiscal stewardship. This role maintains collaborative partnerships with the Rush System for Health entities and leaders. Reporting to the Executive Director-Cancer along with a dotted line reporting relationship to the CNE of the Rush System for Health, this role works as part of a dyad with the System AVP for Operations and has direct accountability and oversight for all cancer nursing operations and outcomes. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Strategic:
• Actively develops, implements, and advances nursing strategies aligning with the Rush System for Health and cancer service line strategic plan.
• Actively participates in strategic planning, policy formulation, problem solving, and management of Cancer Nursing Services as a member of the Nursing Executive Council and Cancer Service Line Leadership
• Translates the service line vision and strategic plan into measurable goals and sustainable programs.
• Identifies opportunities and implements systems to improve the value of care and services to patients and families across the care continuum for cancer services.
• Advance care delivery models that emphasize top of scope practice for nursing, APNs, and standardized scope for non-licensed or other ancillary non-RN personnel, with guidance from state licensure and industry standards of scope
• Ensure efficient teams’ approach to care, emphasizing value for maximum population health of cancer population.
• Supports joint ventures, partnerships and other growth initiatives, maximizing standardization across Rush System cancer service line.
• Lead and executes clinical and nursing practice alignment within these joint ventures, partnerships and other growth initiatives.
• Leads the evaluation, selection, and integration of healthcare technology and information management systems that support patient care needs.
• Represents the CNE and Cancer Service Line on committees and other activities ensuring collaboration and liaison with appropriate clinical enterprise-wide groups.
• Identifies and supports community outreach, philanthropy and marketing initiatives that may enhance the development of new business or research opportunities.
• Contributes to the advancement of nursing through professional research and scholarly activities.
Leadership:
• Advances vision, direction, and leadership to the cancer service line for patient care and nursing practice
• Collaborates across the Rush System to facilitate excellence in all settings where cancer services are provided to ensure patient needs are met across the continuum of care.
• Collaborates with the Nursing Executive Team, Chief Nursing Officers, Rush System for Health leadership and the Rush University College of Nursing (RUCON) faculty in research and educational activities.
• Executes, in collaboration with system nursing leaders, the work of cancer nursing, across the system through the developed cancer nursing councilor structure.
• Collaborates with service line leadership to provide vision, direction, leadership, and support to the service line nursing staff.
• Promotes the highest standards of nursing practice across all settings and clinical sites in the Rush System for Health cancer service line., including, but not limited to, direct practice-based care, management of telephone triage, tele-health or e-health communications, nurse-managed clinics, community support services, care coordination and transitions of care.
• Acts as a change agent and manages service line change efforts to ensure operational effectiveness.
• Promotes, empowers, and maximizes professional governance structure and demonstrable outcomes in patient care across the cancer service line.
Operational:
• Direct oversight of all nursing operations, fiscal efficiency, and staff across the Rush System for health cancer service line
• Leads program planning, implementation, and evaluation efforts for areas of responsibility both at a strategic and tactical level.
• Leads the design, implementation, and evaluation of process improvement initiatives for nursing cancer services at the system level.
• Integrates and advances nursing services and models of care across the continuum in the Rush System for Health cancer service line.
• Advance the development and implementation of innovation, research, evidence-based practice, and quality and safety initiatives in nursing across the cancer service line.
• Maintains an environment that promotes patient safety, high reliability of processes and quality outcomes.
• Leads consistent, ongoing regulatory and accreditation readiness.
• Assures efficiencies in nursing staffing and resource utilization by comparing internal and external benchmarks as measured by both internal and external productivity measures for responsibility.

Requirements:

• MSN required, Doctorate preferred.
• Expertise and progressive experience in management and/or nursing management 7-10 years preferred.
• Ability to design complex clinical or administrative systems or programs.
• Established reputation as a nursing leader.

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: Glenview, Illinois (Northwest Suburbs)

Business Unit: Rush Medical Group

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Lung Center Svc Line

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).

Sign on Bonus: $3,000

Pay Range: $19.50 - $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:
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: Aurora, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Group

Hospital: Rush Copley Medical Center

Department: Ogden - Orthopedics

Work Type: Full Time 

Orthopedic – Advanced Practice Provider 

Rush Copley Medical Center 

Aurora, IL 

Rush Copley Medical Center, in Aurora, Illinois, part of the Rush University System for Health network of hospitals, invites applications for the position of Orthopedic Advanced Practice Provider.  

Practice Opportunity Specifics                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

• 10 APPs and 10 Physicians in the practice                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              
•  Rotating call 1:8-10 days including weekends/holidays                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               
•  Coverage at Copley Surgery Center and 2 Copley Clinics (Aurora and Yorkville)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             
•  Operating Room/Inpatient/Outpatient Responsibilities 

About the Position:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

The Orthopedic Surgery Department at Rush Copley Medical Center in Aurora, IL, is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider. The department is a well-established and expert team that offers comprehensive care for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions.

Ideal Candidate: 

The ideal candidate will have a background in orthopedic medicine, a strong commitment to clinical excellence and patient satisfaction, and a proven track record of clinical experience.

Key Responsibilities & Skills: 

The role requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to build strong relationships with the community and medical staff. The provider must be able to work collaboratively with orthopedic physicians and support staff to deliver high-quality patient care.

Preferred Qualifications: 

•Applicants with previous Advanced Practice Provider experience in Orthopedic Surgery is preferred. Relevant RN experience may be considered. 

•Required Master's Degree 

•Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association 

•Physician Assistant Certified (PA-C) - Required; or Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Nationally Recognized Certification – Required

 •APRN Candidates will require Acute Care Certification and First Assistant Certification 

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a licensed physician assistant (PA) or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who functions as a member of the health care team to provide high quality, comprehensive acute and/or routine medical/surgical care of Rush patients within the scope of practice granted in accordance with the Rush University Medical Center medical staff bylaws. The 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 400 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. With a Director of Advanced Practice and 34 Lead APPs across the system, 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 whose mission is to improve the health of the individuals and the diverse communities it serves through the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships. The Rush system includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital, as well as numerous outpatient care facilities. Rush University, with more than 2,500 students, is a health sciences university that comprises Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, and the College of Health Sciences. 

Rush Copley Medical Center, located in the Fox Valley area, is a key part of the Rush network, offering state-of-the-art facilities and high-quality care to its community. With its academic affiliation to Rush University, Rush Copley patients benefit from access to the latest medical advancements. The hospital provides comprehensive services, from 24/7 emergency care to advanced cancer treatment, surgical services, and women's health. Rush Copley’s collaborative approach to care ensures that each patient receives compassionate, patient-centered treatment, backed by the latest technologies and medical expertise. 

Rush Copley is surrounded by excellent suburbs including Naperville, which ranked number one among the 228 cities rated for the Best Cities to Raise a Family in America and Cities with the Best Public Schools in America by Niche.com. Living in the western suburbs of Chicago offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and easy access to the excitement of Chicago. Ideal for families, with excellent schools, abundant parks, and community-focused atmospheres, the affordable cost of living make the western suburbs a desirable option for those seeking a high quality of life near all that Chicago has to offer. With abundant outdoor recreation options and a rich cultural scene, it’s the perfect place to balance work, family, and personal pursuits. The area is well-connected by major highways for easy commuting.

 We’re passionate about health equity: for the communities we serve, for our patients and for our employees. We know that the South and West Sides of Chicago have historically been underserved. As a result, there is a 16-year gap in the life expectancy of someone in Chicago’s Loop versus someone in Chicago’s West Side. As the largest employer on Chicago’s West Side, we take it seriously that our institution can change this. Rush has built a strong Office of Community Health Equity and Engagement, and we founded the RUSH BMO Institute of Health Equity. As part of our Anchor Mission strategy, we hire, invest, buy and source, and volunteer locally. We’ve invested more than $6 million on the West Side since 2018, and that number continues to grow every year. And, of course, we continue to provide excellent patient care for everyone who comes to Rush. 

Position Requirements:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Nurse Practitioner: 

•Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse •

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) 

• Maintains State of Illinois and Federal DEA license •APRN Candidates will require Acute Care Certification and First Assistant Certification

 •Must maintain Rush University Medical Center (RUMC), Rush Oak Park Hospital (ROPH), and Rush Copley Medical Center (RCMC) clinical privileges, as applicable. 

•CPR, ACLS and PALS certifications.

 •Excellent communicator

 •Experience treating patients of all ages 

•Procedural experience (simple laceration repair, I&D) 

 Physician Assistant: 

•Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate

 •Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program 

•Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

 •Must maintain Rush University Medical Center (RUMC), Rush Oak Park Hospital (ROPH), and Rush Copley Medical Center (RCMC) clinical privileges, as applicable

 •Excellent communicator 

•Experience treating patients of all ages

 •Procedural experience (simple laceration repair, I&D) 

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: $106,870 - $168,293

 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: Behavioral Sci PBC Sleep Dis

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

Shift: Shift 6

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).

Sign on Bonus: $3,000

Pay Range: $19.50 - $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:
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: Glenview, Illinois (Northwest Suburbs)

Business Unit: Rush Medical Group

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Lung Center Svc Line

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: $20.19 - $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 Lead is responsible for the daily management and direct supervision of clinic staff. The Medical Assistant Lead (MA) 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 MA 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 MA will administer intramuscular injections, immunizations, small volume nebulizer treatment, and over-the-counter medications under the direction of a physician. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Current Medical Assistant certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA (includes principles and techniques of injections and medication administration)
• Current CPR certification
• High school diploma/GED required.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program
• One year of clinical experience
• Phlebotomy experience
• Epic Ambulatory experience
Competencies:
• Serves as a role model and mentor by demonstrating exceptional interpersonal communication and collaboration skills in the management of complex patient care situations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Maintains positive, professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team through effective communication, mutual support and respect
• Proactively resolves conflict to improve team relationships in support of a healthy work environment
• Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals
• Provides leadership consistent with Rush Missions and Values
• Demonstrates loyalty and allegiance to the program by representing and supporting management policies.

Responsibilities:
•Participates in recruitment efforts with interviewing, and hiring direct reports.
•Coordinates onboarding and off-boarding of clinic staff.
•Schedules clinic staff assignments to ensure adequate coverage and equal distribution of work and effort.
•Establishes course of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed effectively and efficiently.
•Provides training and mentorship to direct reports
•Provides education to staff in the clinic.
•Conducts annual performance reviews in conjunction with manager.
•Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to develop, accomplish a task, or solve a problem.
•Ensures compliance with accreditation and regulatory bodies within area of responsibility.
•Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
•Performs patient intake including 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 EKGs.
•Administers immunizations as ordered by the physician.
•Administers RUMG-approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications after competency has been assessed, verified, and documented.
•Performs Tuberculin skin testing upon order of the physician.
•Demonstrates appropriate population-specific techniques with patients.
•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 medical 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 standards and other regulatory bodies.
•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.