Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Procedural & Ancillary IT Svcs
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 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: $38.07 - $63.96 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Rush University System for Health is seeking a Sr. Clinical Applications Analyst to play a key role in advancing our clinical systems and enhancing the way we deliver patient care. In this role, you’ll be responsible for configuring, maintaining, and optimizing clinical applications across the organization. From system upgrades to new implementations, you’ll partner with clinical teams, informatics, and IT colleagues to ensure our applications meet the needs of providers and patients alike.
You’ll be a trusted resource for translating clinical and operational requirements into actionable technology solutions, building and testing system configurations, and driving improvements that streamline workflows. If you’re passionate about healthcare technology, thrive on collaboration, and bring a strong mix of clinical and technical expertise, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a leading academic health system.
At Rush, we champion innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning—while staying rooted in our mission to improve patient outcomes and care experiences. The ideal candidate exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Required Job Qualifications:
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Rush Univ Cncr Center-Res Recr
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: $18.87 - $26.66 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Administrative Assistant 2 provides advanced support in managing the operational activities of the Department. The Administrative Assistant uses a pattern of orderly, efficient communication and a high degree of initiative and independent judgment to relieve management of administrative detail. The Administrative Assistant accepts appropriate responsibility and prioritizes multiple assignments and projects in a complex and constantly changing environment. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School Diploma.
• Three years of progressive experience in an administrative role, preferably in Healthcare.
• Advanced software skills in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, scheduling/calendar software.
• Excellent communication written and oral skills.
• Ability to analyze data.
• Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.
• Ability to produce accurate documents and reports.
• Ability to work in complex administrative systems.
• Ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Baccalaureate Degree.
Physical Demands:
• Ability to move throughout the Medical Center.
• Ability to lifting or carrying objects 35-40 pounds.
Responsibilities:
1.Meets the administrative needs of department management and staff members.
2.Coordinates department specific programs or meetings as assigned: planning, preparation of materials, implementation and evaluation.
3.Assists management with budgetary issues.
4.Composes business documents as assigned.
5.Designs reports to support operations.
6.Independently creates correspondence such as follow up to meetings, response to employees etc.
7.Plans employee and departmental special events.
8.Writes, edits and formats content of departmental communication.
9.Provides instruction to departmental staff regarding computer applications.
10.Assures appropriate resources are available for staff to be successful in their role.
11.Maintains a calendar for staff availability and schedules.
12.Provides support for select quality and operational committees including recording and distributing minutes.
13.Appropriately follow-ups on action between meetings.
14.Distributes reports, agendas and other materials for programs.
15.Maintains attendance records and prepares reports as necessary for the program.
16.Investigates and resolves invoicing issues as it relates to vendors or fiscal activities and Accounting Units.
17.Creates and maintains expense files for the Accounting Unit activities.
18.Prepares and maintains an electronic file to trend programmatic expenses and contribute to the budget process.
19.Identifies and implements improvements in office efficiencies
20.Initiates and/or reconciles check requests, purchase orders, travel vouchers as indicated for the department cost centers.
21.Independently makes travel arrangements for the management.
22.Prioritizes incoming communication, requests for meeting and escalates appropriate items to management’s attention.
23.Maintains a working knowledge of Rush standard computer applications.
24.Coordinates manager and staff office space, such as telephone changes, movement of equipment, maintenance requests, etc. which support administrative operations.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois / Remote
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Cybersecurity Operations
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: $55.75 - $93.66 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Rush University System for Health is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Third Party Risk Manager to lead our vendor risk program and strengthen security across the enterprise. In this role, you’ll oversee a team of analysts, develop and mature our third-party risk management strategy, and collaborate with Cybersecurity, Legal, Compliance, and Procurement to ensure our vendors meet RUSH’s security standards.
You’ll be hands-on in evaluating vendor risks, guiding remediation efforts, and driving program improvements that safeguard patient data, protect our systems, and support organizational resilience. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity where your expertise in frameworks like NIST, HITRUST, or ISO and knowledge of regulations such as HIPAA and SOX will directly advance the future of healthcare security.
Bring your leadership, vision, and risk management expertise to a nationally ranked health system that values innovation and growth.
Responsibilities:
Third-party risk management will include:
Additional Responsibilities:
Required Job Qualifications:
Preferred Job Qualifications:
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: Preventive Medicine-Res Adm
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: Based on NIH scale $62.232 - $75,564Rush salaries are determined by many factors, including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
This position conducts independent and/or collaborative research experiments within a department or research group at Rush University Medical Center. This may include planning, designing and executing complex research studies, procedures, and protocols; problem solving research challenges; contributing to discrete components of a larger project under the direction of a senior or principal researcher; organizing, synthesizing, and analyzing data; preparing reports and contributing to manuscripts; participating in drafting/finalizing grant submissions; attending and participating in conferences, meetings, and/or speaking engagements; and providing mentorship and training to undergraduate or graduate students. The incumbent in this position exemplifies the rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
•Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field.
•Experience in a relevant scientific discipline. Proficiency in relevant research tools and techniques.
•Critical eyes towards consistency, reproducibility, and the scientific method.
•Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
•Strong scientific writing skills.
•Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
•Excellent computer skills.
•Ability to multitask.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Experience maintaining safety and ethics in a research/laboratory environment.
•Knowledge of medical research compliance and ethics (e.g., HIPAA, GCP).
•Record of scholarly publications.
•Experience in grant writing.
•Prior project management experience.
•Mentoring experience.
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:
•Contribute to the design and execution of clinical or laboratory-based studies. As assigned, lead and manage projects.
•Conduct independent and collaborative research on specific research project(s). Design and conduct experiments or computational studies aligned with project goals.
•Collect, analyze, and interpret research data using appropriate statistical, scientific, medical, and/or clinical methodologies. Prepare relevant reports.
•Compare actual and expected results and suggest solutions to correct deviations. Problem-solve research challenges as needed.
•Evaluate existing research techniques and recommend improvements to ensure quality and productivity.
•Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
•As assigned, prepare and present findings at departmental meetings, conferences, and seminars.
•Assist in the mentoring and training of graduate and undergraduate students.
•Collaborate with researchers within and outside the department.
•Support grant writing, proposal submission, and progress reporting to funding agencies.
•Support/maintain a safe laboratory environment and ensure compliance with governmental and University policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
•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: Pharmacy
Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0. 5)
Shift: Shift 4
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $61 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Pharmacist may fill the role of a number of different positions in the department. The Pharmacist may work in central operations, or in a satellite. He/she may work a day, evening, or overnight shifts. The shift the Pharmacist works will reflect the training and skill set that the pharmacist has. Operations role: The scope shall include operational responsibility for order verification, IV therapy, total parenteral nutrition, automated dispensing cabinets (ADC), oral drug compounding/repackaging, dispensing and delivery of medications. Assessment of current IV clean rooms with USP 797 regulations including necessary staff education will also be a focus. Central Pharmacy/Satellite role: Reviewing and verifying medication orders in Epic for accuracy and safety. This role will respond to questions from nursing and physicians about missing doses and medication questions (dosing, appropriateness in therapy, formulary, etc). DoseEdge order review and approval. Appropriate phone etiquette and multi-tasking is vitally important in this role. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• One year of hospital pharmacy experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be flexible with work schedule.
• Dependable attendance and job performance.
• Licensed or license-eligible in the State of Illinois.
Responsibilities:
1.Understanding workflows within the central pharmacy with regards to Pyxis and patient specific order filling in order to check orders coming out of the carousel and and IV room, as well as those prepared by technicians.
2.Knowledge of USP 797 clean rooms and workflow in IV rooms in the central pharmacy for order checking, including TPN preparation when necessary.
3.Evaluate and verify Epic physician's orders for therapeutic appropriateness, proper dosing, optimal dosage form, drug interactions, allergic reactions, route and rate of administration and therapeutic redundancy.
4.Clarifies physicians' orders, when necessary, through direct and timely contact with prescriber or designated practitioner.
5.Provides patient-specific pharmacotherapy recommendations and drug information to the medical and nursing staff.
6.Documentation of clinical interventions.
7.Uphold departmental, and institutional, policy as appropriate.
8.Understand the operations of the Central Pharmacy and Tower pharmacies, and assist with the staffing the area when needed.
9.Act in a backup role for technician lead to address technician sick calls in reassigning shift changes.
10.Assist with other departmental quality initiatives which may arise during the time of service in the department.
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: System Pharmacy
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: $41.88 - $70.36 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 Medication and Pharmacy Data Analytics Specialist serves as the liaison between pharmacy operations, pharmacy informatics, system knowledge management teams to inform, design, build, and analyze the prioritization and strategic growth of the RUSH pharmacy enterprise. The role is responsible for designing, managing, and analyzing healthcare data systems with a focus on medication use processes, clinical workflows, and patient care. Th technical skills of this role exist in data engineering and informatics to support healthcare organizations in delivering efficient, safe, and data-driven enterprise pharmacy services. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Collaborative Problem Solving
Pharmacy Informatics
Data Management and Integration
Data Analysis and Reporting
Systems Development and Automation
Stakeholder, Regulatory and Clinical Support
Required Job Qualifications:
Preferred Job Qualifications:
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: Academic and Research Computing
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 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: $131,248 - $195,561
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 Director, Academic & Research Computing is accountable for the strategy, leadership, direction, and delivery of ongoing operations of the systems and technologies used by the University and Research communities. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, health care or related fields.
•Ten or more years of relevant progressive IT experience.
•7+ years of leadership experience
•Preferred experience with coordinating technology that supports university and research environments.
•Preferred experience with higher education and research administration operations.
•Experience leading complex operational unit of interdependent software applications, and other related areas.
•Demonstrated experience in leading large teams
•Proven track record in managing and overseeing complex and, diverse firm-wide information technology environments and operations
•Experience in driving innovative solutions in line with emerging market trends to drive efficiencies and supporting business growth
•Ability to work independently and resourceful.
•Ability to inspire and mentor others.
•Strong cultural change management skills.
•Ability to understand broad IS functions in relation to support of RUMC business areas.
•Ability to define and apply complex multi-dimensional technology solutions.
•Ability to utilize diplomacy.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Master’s degree in computer science, information systems, health care or related fields.
Responsibilities:
•Manages large complex projects and programs.
•Coordinates both team member and manager resources to meet IS and implementation team’s strategic goals.
•Provides innovative solutions to complex issues that integrate the facility transformation program with IT strategic direction.
•Supports, translates and promotes technical or strategic direction to program team members and at the executive level.
•Builds positive relationships between program stakeholders.
•Measures, manages and communicates project variances and proactively manages issues and risks. Escalates strategic risks and issues to executive management.
•Contributes towards team member performance reviews.
•Seeks out customers to determine their needs, prevent issues and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
•Accountable for multiple project/program budgets.
•Other relevant duties as required.
•Manages Application support staffing, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, development, evaluation, and disciplinary actions.
• Managing cloud-based IT services through providers and contracts ensuring seamless IT services in a modern and cost-effective model
•Manages the technical managers and team leads. Drives strategy for their area and participates in development of the broader IS strategy. Responsible for area organizational design and effectiveness.
• Manage vendor executives. Successfully implements new technologies. Keeps up with both healthcare and technology practices and trends including the responsibility areas of SIS and University/Research focused applications.
• Actively assists in planning for strategic initiatives. Proactively monitors and resolves strategic projects risks and issues. Reviews large project Business Cases and Statements of Work. Ensures delivery and integration of project portfolio to enhance business value.
• Implements desired business processes within sphere of influence. Works with peers to coordinate management efforts. Presents effectively at the executive level. Maintain the ability to provide complex multi-dimensional solutions to complex business problems. Ability to influence and communicate with all levels of the organization. Ability to negotiate contracts. Knows how to get things done through formal and informal channels. Can easily work across organizational boundaries.
• Technical Strategic Planning - Coordinate’s development of technical standards and processes between DIS areas. Demonstrated ability to translate organizational structures to technical architecture. Ability to team complex technologies and translate into Business Solutions.
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: Labor and Delivery
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 3
Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 PM - 7:30:00 AM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $40.05 - $61.28 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills. The RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The RN 2 continues to consult with other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. The RN 2 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Qualifications Knowledge:
1.Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
2.Maintain current BLS certification.
3.Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher (except RN1s hired and already working at Rush University Medical Center before October, 2012). All transfers from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to transfer into Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group.
a.May accept Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) effective 1/9/23 up until approved number of ADN hires by Chief Nursing Officer is met with the following stipulations:
i.Baccalaureate degree must be earned within timeframe outlined in the ADN Condition of Employment.
ii.All Conditions of Employment as outline in Offer Letter must be met. Failure to do so will result in termination.
Skills:
1.Analytical ability is required.
2.Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
3.Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Abilities:
1.Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
2.Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
3.The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
4.Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Responsibilities:
1.Participates in the collection of data to support unit based quality initiatives, research and evidence based activities.
2.Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action.
3.Recognizes patterns/groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to
address.
4.Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
5.Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of
patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
6.Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families.
7.Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families.
8.Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
9.Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
10.Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
11.Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
12.Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, suicide
risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
13.Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
14.Demonstrates the ability to provide education to staff and students on the unit.
15.Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
16.Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
17.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
18. 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: 8A-Antepartum-Postpartum
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 3
Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 PM - 7:30:00 AM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $40.05 - $61.28 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills. The RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The RN 2 continues to consult with other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. The RN 2 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Qualifications Knowledge:
1.Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
2.Maintain current BLS certification.
3.Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher (except RN1s hired and already working at Rush University Medical Center before October, 2012). All transfers from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to transfer into Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group.
a.May accept Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) effective 1/9/23 up until approved number of ADN hires by Chief Nursing Officer is met with the following stipulations:
i.Baccalaureate degree must be earned within timeframe outlined in the ADN Condition of Employment.
ii.All Conditions of Employment as outline in Offer Letter must be met. Failure to do so will result in termination.
Skills:
1.Analytical ability is required.
2.Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
3.Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Abilities:
1.Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
2.Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
3.The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
4.Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Responsibilities:
1.Participates in the collection of data to support unit based quality initiatives, research and evidence based activities.
2.Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action.
3.Recognizes patterns/groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to
address.
4.Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
5.Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of
patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
6.Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families.
7.Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families.
8.Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
9.Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
10.Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
11.Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
12.Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, suicide
risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
13.Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
14.Demonstrates the ability to provide education to staff and students on the unit.
15.Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
16.Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
17.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
18. 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: Access Center Qual & Training
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: $27.47 - $43.27 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
This position serves as a facilitator for departmental and/or organizational training, assisting in the assessment, development and delivery of associated training materials and curriculum. The employee will facilitate training programs, performing assorted administrative or operational functions such as assisting in the research and development of multi-media training materials for individual, departmental, and organizational-wide presentation and maintaining the training calendar and database. Works with intermittent supervision and review; work problems involving departures from standard policies, interpretations, or procedures will be presented to the Management for review and direction on resolution. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Adult Education, Educational Methods, Communications, Healthcare Administration or related field. Or 3+ years of related experience in progressive roles.
• Three (3) years’ training, teaching, quality assurance or business coaching experience.
• Three (3) years’ experience working with EPIC Cadence in a practice or Access Center environment.
• Experience within a large hospital or integrated healthcare delivery system.
• Unique combinations of both hard and soft skills to prepare, analyze, and present data to various audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating complex technical concepts into user-friendly language.
• Strong attention to detail and an aptitude for organizing information logically.
• Strong organizational skills & ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Proficient in Medical Terminology and HIPAA
• Excellent MS Office skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating complex technical concepts into user-friendly language.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and follow through.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and build relationships.
• Able to travel to multiple hospital sites, corporate settings and seminar locations.
• Able to work under stressful conditions while maintaining professionalism.
• Work will often require flexibility and meeting tight deadlines.
• Able to communicate with many different customers and seeking solutions to move the organization forward.
• Ability to make independent decisions in problem solving.
• Ability to prioritize own work.
• Ability to work well with individual associates.
• Able to work well in a team.
• Ability to work varied hours in a 24-hour day.
• Able to participate in process improvement initiatives.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Two (2) years’ revenue cycle experience.
• EPIC certification or EPIC credentialed trainer.
• Experience with Automated Call Distribution systems (Cisco preferred)
Physical Demands:
• Able to do light lifting
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:
1. Delivers new hire training in scheduling, registration, epic, revenue cycles, including the use of telephony platform, CRM, webchat and other applications. Actively participates in training sessions and seeks mentorship opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in training delivery and content development.
2. Maintaining training materials, including knowledge articles, guides, presentations, and exercises
3. Contribute to the creation of procedural and conceptual content, ensuring it is comprehensive, coherent, and aligns with healthcare industry standards.
4. Conducts train-the-trainer sessions when needed.
5. Facilitates and leads call calibration sessions for agents.
6. Performs root cause analysis of errors.
7. Conducts routine quality audits on designated work activities, following established quality monitoring standards and guidelines.
8. Collaborates with team members to gather and analyze audit data, supporting the identification of areas for improvement.
9. Develop individual agent performance scorecards.
10. Coaches’ employees on opportunity for improvement
11. Assists with side-by-side training of new hires.
12. Other similar and/or related 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: Res Recr - Zhou
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: Based on NIH scale $62.232 - $75,564
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
This position may perform independent research, collaborate on a multi-scholar research initiative, or may have lead responsibility for discrete components of a larger research projects or programs, all while under the general direction of a senior or principal researcher.
Required Job Qualifications:
•Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant discipline.
•Experience in relevant science discipline.
•Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
•Scientific writing skills demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications
•Ability to acquire accurate, reproducible data
• Critical eye towards consistency, reproducibility, and the scientific method in general
• Excellent project and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills
•Advocate for safety and ethics in the workplace
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:
•Plan, design and execute complex research studies, procedures, and protocols.
•Participate in discovery projects.
•Coordinate research study activities: lead and manage projects.
•Problem solves research challenges and model development, as applicable.
•Contribute discrete components of a larger project under the general direction of a senior or principal researcher.
•Prepare complete documentation of research activities for reference purposes, including following applicable data management protocols.
•Oversee organization, synthesis and analysis of data and findings.
•Compare actual and expected results and suggest solutions to correct the deviations.
•Evaluate existing research or modeling techniques and recommend improvements to ensure quality and productivity.
•Prepare scientific reports, outcome findings and scientific manuscripts.
•Assist in the preparation of proposals and reports.
•Assist in teaching classes.
•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: Procedural & Ancillary IT Svcs
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 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: $38.07 - $63.96 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Rush University System for Health is seeking a Sr. Clinical Applications Analyst to play a key role in advancing our clinical systems and enhancing the way we deliver patient care. In this role, you’ll be responsible for configuring, maintaining, and optimizing clinical applications across the organization. From system upgrades to new implementations, you’ll partner with clinical teams, informatics, and IT colleagues to ensure our applications meet the needs of providers and patients alike.
You’ll be a trusted resource for translating clinical and operational requirements into actionable technology solutions, building and testing system configurations, and driving improvements that streamline workflows. If you’re passionate about healthcare technology, thrive on collaboration, and bring a strong mix of clinical and technical expertise, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a leading academic health system.
At Rush, we champion innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning—while staying rooted in our mission to improve patient outcomes and care experiences. The ideal candidate exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Required Job Qualifications:
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Rush Univ Cncr Center-Res Recr
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: $18.87 - $26.66 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Administrative Assistant 2 provides advanced support in managing the operational activities of the Department. The Administrative Assistant uses a pattern of orderly, efficient communication and a high degree of initiative and independent judgment to relieve management of administrative detail. The Administrative Assistant accepts appropriate responsibility and prioritizes multiple assignments and projects in a complex and constantly changing environment. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School Diploma.
• Three years of progressive experience in an administrative role, preferably in Healthcare.
• Advanced software skills in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, scheduling/calendar software.
• Excellent communication written and oral skills.
• Ability to analyze data.
• Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.
• Ability to produce accurate documents and reports.
• Ability to work in complex administrative systems.
• Ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Baccalaureate Degree.
Physical Demands:
• Ability to move throughout the Medical Center.
• Ability to lifting or carrying objects 35-40 pounds.
Responsibilities:
1.Meets the administrative needs of department management and staff members.
2.Coordinates department specific programs or meetings as assigned: planning, preparation of materials, implementation and evaluation.
3.Assists management with budgetary issues.
4.Composes business documents as assigned.
5.Designs reports to support operations.
6.Independently creates correspondence such as follow up to meetings, response to employees etc.
7.Plans employee and departmental special events.
8.Writes, edits and formats content of departmental communication.
9.Provides instruction to departmental staff regarding computer applications.
10.Assures appropriate resources are available for staff to be successful in their role.
11.Maintains a calendar for staff availability and schedules.
12.Provides support for select quality and operational committees including recording and distributing minutes.
13.Appropriately follow-ups on action between meetings.
14.Distributes reports, agendas and other materials for programs.
15.Maintains attendance records and prepares reports as necessary for the program.
16.Investigates and resolves invoicing issues as it relates to vendors or fiscal activities and Accounting Units.
17.Creates and maintains expense files for the Accounting Unit activities.
18.Prepares and maintains an electronic file to trend programmatic expenses and contribute to the budget process.
19.Identifies and implements improvements in office efficiencies
20.Initiates and/or reconciles check requests, purchase orders, travel vouchers as indicated for the department cost centers.
21.Independently makes travel arrangements for the management.
22.Prioritizes incoming communication, requests for meeting and escalates appropriate items to management’s attention.
23.Maintains a working knowledge of Rush standard computer applications.
24.Coordinates manager and staff office space, such as telephone changes, movement of equipment, maintenance requests, etc. which support administrative operations.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois / Remote
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Cybersecurity Operations
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: $55.75 - $93.66 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
Rush University System for Health is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Third Party Risk Manager to lead our vendor risk program and strengthen security across the enterprise. In this role, you’ll oversee a team of analysts, develop and mature our third-party risk management strategy, and collaborate with Cybersecurity, Legal, Compliance, and Procurement to ensure our vendors meet RUSH’s security standards.
You’ll be hands-on in evaluating vendor risks, guiding remediation efforts, and driving program improvements that safeguard patient data, protect our systems, and support organizational resilience. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity where your expertise in frameworks like NIST, HITRUST, or ISO and knowledge of regulations such as HIPAA and SOX will directly advance the future of healthcare security.
Bring your leadership, vision, and risk management expertise to a nationally ranked health system that values innovation and growth.
Responsibilities:
Third-party risk management will include:
Additional Responsibilities:
Required Job Qualifications:
Preferred Job Qualifications:
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: Preventive Medicine-Res Adm
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: Based on NIH scale $62.232 - $75,564Rush salaries are determined by many factors, including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
This position conducts independent and/or collaborative research experiments within a department or research group at Rush University Medical Center. This may include planning, designing and executing complex research studies, procedures, and protocols; problem solving research challenges; contributing to discrete components of a larger project under the direction of a senior or principal researcher; organizing, synthesizing, and analyzing data; preparing reports and contributing to manuscripts; participating in drafting/finalizing grant submissions; attending and participating in conferences, meetings, and/or speaking engagements; and providing mentorship and training to undergraduate or graduate students. The incumbent in this position exemplifies the rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
•Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field.
•Experience in a relevant scientific discipline. Proficiency in relevant research tools and techniques.
•Critical eyes towards consistency, reproducibility, and the scientific method.
•Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
•Strong scientific writing skills.
•Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
•Excellent computer skills.
•Ability to multitask.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Experience maintaining safety and ethics in a research/laboratory environment.
•Knowledge of medical research compliance and ethics (e.g., HIPAA, GCP).
•Record of scholarly publications.
•Experience in grant writing.
•Prior project management experience.
•Mentoring experience.
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:
•Contribute to the design and execution of clinical or laboratory-based studies. As assigned, lead and manage projects.
•Conduct independent and collaborative research on specific research project(s). Design and conduct experiments or computational studies aligned with project goals.
•Collect, analyze, and interpret research data using appropriate statistical, scientific, medical, and/or clinical methodologies. Prepare relevant reports.
•Compare actual and expected results and suggest solutions to correct deviations. Problem-solve research challenges as needed.
•Evaluate existing research techniques and recommend improvements to ensure quality and productivity.
•Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
•As assigned, prepare and present findings at departmental meetings, conferences, and seminars.
•Assist in the mentoring and training of graduate and undergraduate students.
•Collaborate with researchers within and outside the department.
•Support grant writing, proposal submission, and progress reporting to funding agencies.
•Support/maintain a safe laboratory environment and ensure compliance with governmental and University policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
•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: Pharmacy
Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0. 5)
Shift: Shift 4
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $61 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Pharmacist may fill the role of a number of different positions in the department. The Pharmacist may work in central operations, or in a satellite. He/she may work a day, evening, or overnight shifts. The shift the Pharmacist works will reflect the training and skill set that the pharmacist has. Operations role: The scope shall include operational responsibility for order verification, IV therapy, total parenteral nutrition, automated dispensing cabinets (ADC), oral drug compounding/repackaging, dispensing and delivery of medications. Assessment of current IV clean rooms with USP 797 regulations including necessary staff education will also be a focus. Central Pharmacy/Satellite role: Reviewing and verifying medication orders in Epic for accuracy and safety. This role will respond to questions from nursing and physicians about missing doses and medication questions (dosing, appropriateness in therapy, formulary, etc). DoseEdge order review and approval. Appropriate phone etiquette and multi-tasking is vitally important in this role. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• One year of hospital pharmacy experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be flexible with work schedule.
• Dependable attendance and job performance.
• Licensed or license-eligible in the State of Illinois.
Responsibilities:
1.Understanding workflows within the central pharmacy with regards to Pyxis and patient specific order filling in order to check orders coming out of the carousel and and IV room, as well as those prepared by technicians.
2.Knowledge of USP 797 clean rooms and workflow in IV rooms in the central pharmacy for order checking, including TPN preparation when necessary.
3.Evaluate and verify Epic physician's orders for therapeutic appropriateness, proper dosing, optimal dosage form, drug interactions, allergic reactions, route and rate of administration and therapeutic redundancy.
4.Clarifies physicians' orders, when necessary, through direct and timely contact with prescriber or designated practitioner.
5.Provides patient-specific pharmacotherapy recommendations and drug information to the medical and nursing staff.
6.Documentation of clinical interventions.
7.Uphold departmental, and institutional, policy as appropriate.
8.Understand the operations of the Central Pharmacy and Tower pharmacies, and assist with the staffing the area when needed.
9.Act in a backup role for technician lead to address technician sick calls in reassigning shift changes.
10.Assist with other departmental quality initiatives which may arise during the time of service in the department.
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: System Pharmacy
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: $41.88 - $70.36 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 Medication and Pharmacy Data Analytics Specialist serves as the liaison between pharmacy operations, pharmacy informatics, system knowledge management teams to inform, design, build, and analyze the prioritization and strategic growth of the RUSH pharmacy enterprise. The role is responsible for designing, managing, and analyzing healthcare data systems with a focus on medication use processes, clinical workflows, and patient care. Th technical skills of this role exist in data engineering and informatics to support healthcare organizations in delivering efficient, safe, and data-driven enterprise pharmacy services. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Collaborative Problem Solving
Pharmacy Informatics
Data Management and Integration
Data Analysis and Reporting
Systems Development and Automation
Stakeholder, Regulatory and Clinical Support
Required Job Qualifications:
Preferred Job Qualifications:
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: Academic and Research Computing
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 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: $131,248 - $195,561
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 Director, Academic & Research Computing is accountable for the strategy, leadership, direction, and delivery of ongoing operations of the systems and technologies used by the University and Research communities. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, health care or related fields.
•Ten or more years of relevant progressive IT experience.
•7+ years of leadership experience
•Preferred experience with coordinating technology that supports university and research environments.
•Preferred experience with higher education and research administration operations.
•Experience leading complex operational unit of interdependent software applications, and other related areas.
•Demonstrated experience in leading large teams
•Proven track record in managing and overseeing complex and, diverse firm-wide information technology environments and operations
•Experience in driving innovative solutions in line with emerging market trends to drive efficiencies and supporting business growth
•Ability to work independently and resourceful.
•Ability to inspire and mentor others.
•Strong cultural change management skills.
•Ability to understand broad IS functions in relation to support of RUMC business areas.
•Ability to define and apply complex multi-dimensional technology solutions.
•Ability to utilize diplomacy.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Master’s degree in computer science, information systems, health care or related fields.
Responsibilities:
•Manages large complex projects and programs.
•Coordinates both team member and manager resources to meet IS and implementation team’s strategic goals.
•Provides innovative solutions to complex issues that integrate the facility transformation program with IT strategic direction.
•Supports, translates and promotes technical or strategic direction to program team members and at the executive level.
•Builds positive relationships between program stakeholders.
•Measures, manages and communicates project variances and proactively manages issues and risks. Escalates strategic risks and issues to executive management.
•Contributes towards team member performance reviews.
•Seeks out customers to determine their needs, prevent issues and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
•Accountable for multiple project/program budgets.
•Other relevant duties as required.
•Manages Application support staffing, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, development, evaluation, and disciplinary actions.
• Managing cloud-based IT services through providers and contracts ensuring seamless IT services in a modern and cost-effective model
•Manages the technical managers and team leads. Drives strategy for their area and participates in development of the broader IS strategy. Responsible for area organizational design and effectiveness.
• Manage vendor executives. Successfully implements new technologies. Keeps up with both healthcare and technology practices and trends including the responsibility areas of SIS and University/Research focused applications.
• Actively assists in planning for strategic initiatives. Proactively monitors and resolves strategic projects risks and issues. Reviews large project Business Cases and Statements of Work. Ensures delivery and integration of project portfolio to enhance business value.
• Implements desired business processes within sphere of influence. Works with peers to coordinate management efforts. Presents effectively at the executive level. Maintain the ability to provide complex multi-dimensional solutions to complex business problems. Ability to influence and communicate with all levels of the organization. Ability to negotiate contracts. Knows how to get things done through formal and informal channels. Can easily work across organizational boundaries.
• Technical Strategic Planning - Coordinate’s development of technical standards and processes between DIS areas. Demonstrated ability to translate organizational structures to technical architecture. Ability to team complex technologies and translate into Business Solutions.
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: Labor and Delivery
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 3
Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 PM - 7:30:00 AM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $40.05 - $61.28 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills. The RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The RN 2 continues to consult with other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. The RN 2 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Qualifications Knowledge:
1.Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
2.Maintain current BLS certification.
3.Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher (except RN1s hired and already working at Rush University Medical Center before October, 2012). All transfers from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to transfer into Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group.
a.May accept Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) effective 1/9/23 up until approved number of ADN hires by Chief Nursing Officer is met with the following stipulations:
i.Baccalaureate degree must be earned within timeframe outlined in the ADN Condition of Employment.
ii.All Conditions of Employment as outline in Offer Letter must be met. Failure to do so will result in termination.
Skills:
1.Analytical ability is required.
2.Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
3.Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Abilities:
1.Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
2.Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
3.The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
4.Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Responsibilities:
1.Participates in the collection of data to support unit based quality initiatives, research and evidence based activities.
2.Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action.
3.Recognizes patterns/groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to
address.
4.Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
5.Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of
patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
6.Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families.
7.Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families.
8.Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
9.Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
10.Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
11.Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
12.Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, suicide
risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
13.Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
14.Demonstrates the ability to provide education to staff and students on the unit.
15.Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
16.Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
17.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
18. 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: 8A-Antepartum-Postpartum
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 3
Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 PM - 7:30:00 AM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $40.05 - $61.28 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills. The RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The RN 2 continues to consult with other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. The RN 2 exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Qualifications Knowledge:
1.Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
2.Maintain current BLS certification.
3.Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher (except RN1s hired and already working at Rush University Medical Center before October, 2012). All transfers from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to transfer into Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group.
a.May accept Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) effective 1/9/23 up until approved number of ADN hires by Chief Nursing Officer is met with the following stipulations:
i.Baccalaureate degree must be earned within timeframe outlined in the ADN Condition of Employment.
ii.All Conditions of Employment as outline in Offer Letter must be met. Failure to do so will result in termination.
Skills:
1.Analytical ability is required.
2.Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
3.Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Abilities:
1.Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
2.Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
3.The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
4.Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Responsibilities:
1.Participates in the collection of data to support unit based quality initiatives, research and evidence based activities.
2.Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action.
3.Recognizes patterns/groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to
address.
4.Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
5.Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of
patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
6.Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families.
7.Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families.
8.Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
9.Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
10.Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
11.Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
12.Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, suicide
risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
13.Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
14.Demonstrates the ability to provide education to staff and students on the unit.
15.Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
16.Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
17.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
18. 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: Access Center Qual & Training
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: $27.47 - $43.27 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
This position serves as a facilitator for departmental and/or organizational training, assisting in the assessment, development and delivery of associated training materials and curriculum. The employee will facilitate training programs, performing assorted administrative or operational functions such as assisting in the research and development of multi-media training materials for individual, departmental, and organizational-wide presentation and maintaining the training calendar and database. Works with intermittent supervision and review; work problems involving departures from standard policies, interpretations, or procedures will be presented to the Management for review and direction on resolution. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Adult Education, Educational Methods, Communications, Healthcare Administration or related field. Or 3+ years of related experience in progressive roles.
• Three (3) years’ training, teaching, quality assurance or business coaching experience.
• Three (3) years’ experience working with EPIC Cadence in a practice or Access Center environment.
• Experience within a large hospital or integrated healthcare delivery system.
• Unique combinations of both hard and soft skills to prepare, analyze, and present data to various audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating complex technical concepts into user-friendly language.
• Strong attention to detail and an aptitude for organizing information logically.
• Strong organizational skills & ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Proficient in Medical Terminology and HIPAA
• Excellent MS Office skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating complex technical concepts into user-friendly language.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and follow through.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and build relationships.
• Able to travel to multiple hospital sites, corporate settings and seminar locations.
• Able to work under stressful conditions while maintaining professionalism.
• Work will often require flexibility and meeting tight deadlines.
• Able to communicate with many different customers and seeking solutions to move the organization forward.
• Ability to make independent decisions in problem solving.
• Ability to prioritize own work.
• Ability to work well with individual associates.
• Able to work well in a team.
• Ability to work varied hours in a 24-hour day.
• Able to participate in process improvement initiatives.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Two (2) years’ revenue cycle experience.
• EPIC certification or EPIC credentialed trainer.
• Experience with Automated Call Distribution systems (Cisco preferred)
Physical Demands:
• Able to do light lifting
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:
1. Delivers new hire training in scheduling, registration, epic, revenue cycles, including the use of telephony platform, CRM, webchat and other applications. Actively participates in training sessions and seeks mentorship opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in training delivery and content development.
2. Maintaining training materials, including knowledge articles, guides, presentations, and exercises
3. Contribute to the creation of procedural and conceptual content, ensuring it is comprehensive, coherent, and aligns with healthcare industry standards.
4. Conducts train-the-trainer sessions when needed.
5. Facilitates and leads call calibration sessions for agents.
6. Performs root cause analysis of errors.
7. Conducts routine quality audits on designated work activities, following established quality monitoring standards and guidelines.
8. Collaborates with team members to gather and analyze audit data, supporting the identification of areas for improvement.
9. Develop individual agent performance scorecards.
10. Coaches’ employees on opportunity for improvement
11. Assists with side-by-side training of new hires.
12. Other similar and/or related 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: Res Recr - Zhou
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: Based on NIH scale $62.232 - $75,564
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
This position may perform independent research, collaborate on a multi-scholar research initiative, or may have lead responsibility for discrete components of a larger research projects or programs, all while under the general direction of a senior or principal researcher.
Required Job Qualifications:
•Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant discipline.
•Experience in relevant science discipline.
•Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
•Scientific writing skills demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications
•Ability to acquire accurate, reproducible data
• Critical eye towards consistency, reproducibility, and the scientific method in general
• Excellent project and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills
•Advocate for safety and ethics in the workplace
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:
•Plan, design and execute complex research studies, procedures, and protocols.
•Participate in discovery projects.
•Coordinate research study activities: lead and manage projects.
•Problem solves research challenges and model development, as applicable.
•Contribute discrete components of a larger project under the general direction of a senior or principal researcher.
•Prepare complete documentation of research activities for reference purposes, including following applicable data management protocols.
•Oversee organization, synthesis and analysis of data and findings.
•Compare actual and expected results and suggest solutions to correct the deviations.
•Evaluate existing research or modeling techniques and recommend improvements to ensure quality and productivity.
•Prepare scientific reports, outcome findings and scientific manuscripts.
•Assist in the preparation of proposals and reports.
•Assist in teaching classes.
•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.
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