Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Access Center Primary Care

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: $63.10 - $106.01 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 Senior Director has accountability for a broad and evolving portfolio that spans patient access, navigation, clinical front-end operations, digital front door services, and related enterprise functions. The role ensures strong oversight of current areas of responsibility while maintaining the flexibility to assume additional ambulatory or hospital-based functions as organizational priorities and system growth require.
The Senior Director drives system transformation through the design, execution, and sustainment of standardized workflows, centralized operations, digital innovations, and digital front door strategies that improve the patient journey and system performance. With oversight of a large, multidisciplinary leadership structure including directors, managers, supervisors, nurses, navigators, and access specialists, the Senior Director ensures seamless, equitable, and efficient access to care across all service lines. The role partners with executives, physician and nursing leadership, IT, digital health, and revenue cycle teams to advance growth, patient-centered care, and financial sustainability while leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.

Other information:
Required Qualifications
•Master’s degree required.
•Ten or more years of progressive leadership in healthcare access, digital health, clinical operations, or ambulatory services within a large integrated or academic health system.
•Demonstrated success leading enterprise strategies, system-wide transformations, and multi-site operations.
•Strong expertise in Epic, digital health platforms, telecom systems, digital front door solutions, and diagnostic scheduling technology.
•Proven experience with large-scale budgets, operational turnaround, and financial management.
•Knowledge of clinical access services including nursing triage, refills, and navigation, and ability to align them with care delivery models.
•Ability to influence executive stakeholders and lead multidisciplinary teams across hospital and ambulatory domains.
•Commitment to advancing equity, innovation, patient-centered care, and digital engagement strategies.
Preferred Qualifications
•Epic Cadence certification
•CHAM certification
•Nursing or clinical licensure
•Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or equivalent certification
•Senior leadership experience in enterprise-scale access operations across hospital, ambulatory, and digital front door environments
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:
Key Responsibilities
•Leads enterprise strategy for access, navigation, digital front door, and patient engagement solutions aligned with organizational goals for growth, patient experience, quality, and operational efficiency.
•Provides system oversight for scheduling, referral management, navigation, and clinical access functions across primary care, specialty services, diagnostic imaging, and hospital operator services, with flexibility to expand scope to other ambulatory areas as assigned.
•Directs access nursing services including triage, prescription refills, and care coordination, ensuring alignment with clinical standards and patient safety.
•Oversees enterprise Access Center operations, digital front door services, telehealth scheduling, and centralized telecom platforms.
•Leads scheduling and workflow governance, template management, Epic optimization, and integration of digital access platforms across the enterprise.
•Drives enterprise digital front door strategy by overseeing online scheduling, telehealth, patient portals, virtual intake workflows, and other digital access platforms, ensuring seamless integration with clinical and operational services while enhancing patient engagement and experience.
•Partners with IT, digital health, marketing, and physician leaders to expand technology-enabled access solutions, virtual care entry points, and patient engagement tools.
•Aligns access operations with population health and value-based care strategies, supporting high-risk and complex patient populations.
•Incorporates revenue cycle and financial strategies to optimize throughput, capacity utilization, and enterprise financial performance.
•Manages multi-million dollar budgets with fiscal discipline across hospital and ambulatory access services.
•Develops system-level analytics, dashboards, and reporting to drive accountability and inform executive decision-making.
•Recruits, develops, and mentors leadership talent across the enterprise portfolio, ensuring succession readiness.
•Represents access, navigation, and digital front door strategy at executive councils, physician forums, and governance committees.
•Fosters a system-wide culture of accountability, equity, innovation, and continuous improvement.

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: $63.10 - $106.01 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 Senior System Director of Access Operations, Training & Quality is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic oversight, development, and execution of enterprise-wide access operations, training, and quality programs across the ambulatory enterprise. This includes patient scheduling, referral intake, registration, capacity management, knowledge management, and staff development.
This role provides vision, leadership, and direction for frontline operations, ensuring that patients have timely and seamless access to care while optimizing workflows, capacity, and staff performance. The Senior System Director partners closely with executive leadership, physicians, clinic administrators, IS, HR, and revenue cycle leaders to design innovative strategies, implement standardized workflows, and deliver measurable improvements in patient experience, operational efficiency, and financial performance. He/she serves as a conduit between executive leadership, physicians, and clinical and operational leadership to drive change leading to growth and access as measured by budget, access metrics, and productivity. This role is instrumental in developing data-driven strategies to improve appointment availability, referral turnaround time, and registration accuracy while embedding accountability at every level of the access infrastructure.
The position oversees managers and consultants responsible for both Access Operations and Training/Quality functions, embedding accountability and continuous improvement across all teams.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, Business, Public Health, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
•At least eight years of relevant experience required.
•Strong knowledge of Epic Cadence, template management, scheduling, referral workflows, and telephony/CRM platforms.
•Demonstrated success in leading enterprise-level projects, operationalizing strategies, and achieving measurable improvements in access and quality.
•Proven ability to operationalize strategies.
•Broad knowledge of healthcare trends, challenges, and opportunities applicable to academic medical centers.
•Ability to build successful teams utilizing strong interpersonal skills.
•Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills with the ability to work effectively with executives, physicians, and frontline staff.
•Excellent project management, organizational, and analytical skills; ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.
•Excellent communication and presentation skills.
•Leadership.
•Integrity Strategic thinking.
•Results driven decision making.
•Self-motivation and self-direction.
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Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Master’s degree (MHA, MBA, MPH, or related field).
•Professional certification such as Lean Six Sigma or PMP.
•Experience within an academic medical center or large, integrated healthcare delivery system.
•Demonstrated success in access improvement, referral optimization, and training/quality program development.
Physical Demands:
Competencies:
Disclaimer:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Responsibilities:
•Lead the strategy, design, and execution of system-wide access operations, including referral intake, scheduling, registration, payment collection, and capacity management.
•Oversee enterprise-wide training and quality programs, ensuring consistent onboarding, continuous education, and sustainable process improvement across Access and front-end clinic staff.
•Partner with Vice President of Access Center and other senior leaders to establish and monitor key access performance metrics; proactively identify gaps and implement corrective strategies.
•Partners with division and practice administrators, nurse managers, and physician leaders to develop and operationalize the access program; as well as subsequent innovations to enhance patient satisfaction, focus on new patient growth, and meet goals related to improving revenue performance and patient access.
•Serve as a subject matter expert on Epic Cadence, CRM, telephony, capacity management, and scheduling workflows; collaborate with IS and operations to ensure alignment with best practices.
•Directs the implementation of strategic and tactical access plans and initiatives including pilot projects, transition strategies, and full-scale implementation. Identifies and directs the training necessary for success
•Direct managers, supervisors, and consultants within Access Operations and Training/Quality, ensuring effective recruitment, development, coaching, and performance management.
•Translate policies, workflows, and standards into training curricula and reference materials, both live and electronic, to drive consistency across departments.
•Lead quality assurance programs; monitor error trends, root causes, and operational gaps; implement strategies for continuous improvement and service recovery.
•Oversee and enhance the deployment of Daily Management Systems (DMS) to cascade goals and ensure alignment with enterprise objectives.
•Collaborate with clinical and administrative leadership to balance supply and demand, optimize scheduling templates, and strengthen referral conversion.
•Develop and maintain budgets for functional areas; ensure effective use of resources while achieving performance and growth goals.
•Build strong cross-functional partnerships with physicians, practice administrators, nursing, revenue cycle, and compliance to ensure seamless handoffs and enterprise alignment.
•Lead and/or represent the organization in system-wide committees, task forces, and external forums related to patient access, training, and quality improvement.
•Stay abreast of national trends, technologies, and innovations in access, training, and quality improvement; evaluate and implement best practices to maintain RUSH’s leadership position.
•Uphold and exemplify the RUSH mission, vision, and values in all activities and interactions.

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

Location: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Pharmacy

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

Shift: Rotating

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (6:00 AM - 11:30 PM)

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

Pay Range: $20.19 - $31.80 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The Pharmacy Technician III assists licensed pharmacists in the practice of pharmacy performing the duties described in the Technician II position description as well as serving as a role model for other technicians through added responsibilities, specialization in technician pharmacy practice, demonstrating leadership and initiative, and fulfilling the needs of the department.
The Technician III is actively involved in the training and development process and the development of policies and procedures specific to their practice site and is responsible for the daily technical operations of the area. The Technician III must have the capacity to work effectively and efficiently in areas routinely requiring a higher degree of prolonged technical concentration, liability, and risk.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Current State of Illinois Pharmacy Technician license.
• Individual must have EXCPT and/or PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) certification.
• At least 6 months of previous experience as a pharmacy technician.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Two years of college training or its equivalent.
• ACPE IV certification.
• Hazardous drug compounding certification.
Physical Demands:
• Ability to lift/move 30-50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long period of time (4+ hours) between breaks.
• Ability to crouch when filling dispensing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.
• May be exposed to certain hazardous materials, including but not limited to chemotherapeutic agents.
• This position requires up to 10% travel. Employee needs to be able to work extended hours due to business needs.
Competencies:
• Must meet the competency requirements of a Pharmacy Tech II.
• Competency demonstrated and ability to train others in at least seven of the tasks below:
A. IV Compounding
B. Hazardous drug identification and compounding
C. Crash Cart restock/outdate process/reporting running
D. Fluids ordering/restocking
E. Narcotics/CII Safe receive, send, return, expire transactions and report running
F. OR/Anesthesia ADC restock/troubleshooting
G. Pediatrics drug identification and compounding
H. ADC configuration, set up, troubleshooting, report running, review, and analysis
I. MPI Prepacker
J. Storeroom ordering
K. Recalls; processing, segregating and removing from inventory/ADCs
• Ability to effectively follow directions, analyze problems and interpret analytical data.
• Strong communication skills with an emphasis on customer service skills.
• Accountable for his/her actions, progress and development.
• Attention to detail to provide high quality care and accurate medication preparation.
• Ability to operate technology accurately and efficiently by the end of the defined training period.
• Consistently demonstrates leadership and initiative to peers and others in handling workload.
• Planning, prioritizing, and analyzing situations are frequently.
• Consistent outstanding attendance record relating to tardiness and absences.

Responsibilities:
• Active participation in the Pharmacy Department Technician Career Ladder development and ongoing revisions.
• Interacts professionally and appropriately with other healthcare professionals and Rush system employees.
• Demonstrates ability to coach/train other technicians and pharmacy students.
• Demonstrates adaptability, initiates action, manages work, contributes to team success, communication, professional knowledge and technical skills, continuous learning and exhibits a passion for the Rush Mission, Vision and Values according to the Department of Pharmacy Technician Career Ladder expectations
• Recognizes and identifies various classifications of medications, medication names, dosage forms and routes of administration.
• Ability to use available print and online references as appropriate.
• Understand the pharmacy workflow for first doses, Automated Dispensing Cabinet (ADC) refills, cart fill and batches.
• Understand the pharmacy workflow for medication returns and medication disposal.
• Performs pharmaceutical calculations accurately including fundamental math calculations, metric conversions, pharmaceutical dose calculations and parenteral dose calculations.
• Responsible for the accurate interpretation of EPIC pharmacy labels:
• Interpretation and understanding of medical abbreviations.
• Identification and differentiation of various types of medication orders (Scheduled, PRN, Once, STAT, NOW).
• Ability to appropriately label all medication dosage forms including auxiliary labels for expiration and storage as required.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely filling and delivery of patient-specific medications and ADC restocks.
• Ability to troubleshoot ADC equipment (i.e.: failed drawers, inventory, outdates).
• Ability to utilize technology in the pharmacy including, but not limited to CII Safe, Carousels, DoseEdge, WASP, MILT, RxVerify as needed for assigned duties.
• Responsible for the preparation of non-sterile compounding and packaging:
• Ability to accurately draw up oral syringes, compound oral suspensions and other duties as assigned.
• Recognizes the regulations for repackaging medications and complies with all required labeling and documentation procedures for non-sterile compounding and packaging.
• Responsible for answering phones, assisting caller with missing medication requests and any other technical duties as assigned.
• Responsible for utilization of Epic for technical requests (i.e.: missing mediations, ADC out of stock and responding to in-basket messages)
• Responsible for inventory, storage and supply maintenance of assigned areas.
• Responsible for training and compliance with USP <797>, USP <800>, USP <795>, and aseptic technique practices when preparing sterile and non-sterile products:
• Recognizes incompatible, unstable and/or expired compounded products.
• Maintains all required documentation of compounded products and production areas for sterile and non-sterile products.
• Recognizes investigational drug orders and documentation requirements for preparation and use.
• Responsible for exchanging emergency carts and completion of required documentation..
• Responsible for knowing the laws and regulations related to controlled substances.
• Maintain cleanliness of all equipment and work areas.
• Knowledge of departmental and Medical Center safety practices.
• Awareness of departmental quality assurance processes.
• Actively participates in various departmental committees and educational activities as assigned.
• Assists supervisor and pharmacist working in the area in the execution of related assignments involving technical support for the department
• Responsible for participation in the review, revision, and preparation of related policies and procedures for the Department of Pharmacy Policy and Procedure manual.
• Provides departmental support and leadership in fulfilling departmental staffing needs as required during short staffing situations.
• Any and all 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: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Diag Srvcs-X-Ray

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 6 Hr (8:00 AM - 2:30 PM)

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

Pay Range: $29.36 - $47.79 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:
Under the direction of the Manager of Medical Imaging and with limited supervision, and in accordance with established policies and procedures, coordinates and performs interpretive, patient care, and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients. Performs lead duties within the department as needed. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Program.
• Registered by the ARRT.
• Current Active Illinois State License
• Ability to deal efficiently, ethically and courteously with all hospital personnel.
• Excellent verbal and written skills to facilitate communication with the students and technical personnel.
• Numerical ability to help in budgets, QA and statistics.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Science degree.

Responsibilities:
• Is responsible for the departments daily operational excellence and ensures the department delivers quality services in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and professional standards.
• Under the guidance of the Manager of Medical Imaging, will provide clinical instruction and clinical competency of students. Will provide feedback on Student progress to the college.
• Performs work of equal skill, effort and responsibility. May perform work of a higher level for increased responsibility.
• Will be the designated person in charge for daily workflow and scheduling
• Assists in the managing of workflow in the department to ensure the completion of work assignments, taking into consideration priority of work and skill of employees.
• Demonstrates cost effectiveness in the use of supplies, equipment and staffing.
• Has the ability to cope with and manage change as well as help others to the same.
• Collaborates with other departments to create systems and problem solve ongoing issues that impact
• Departmental/organizational goals and patient care delivery.
• Demonstrates positive communication skills evidenced by effective working relationships.
• Evaluates and maintains the quality of exams produced. Ensures proper performance of the exams using universal precautions techniques.
• Ensure proper orientation and training of new employees within the department.
• Ensures the equipment in the department is maintained in safe and proper working condition.
• Broad range of knowledge of the PACS and EPIC systems.

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

Primary Care Physician

Rush Oak Lawn Outpatient Center

Chicago, IL

Rush University System for Health, a national leader in outstanding patient care, education, research, community partnerships and empowering a new generation of health care providers, is seeking a Primary Care Physician to join Rush Oak Lawn Outpatient Center, a multispecialty outpatient practice.

We are excited to announce a major expansion at the Rush Oak Lawn Outpatient Center, adding Primary Care services starting in February 2026. The expansion of Primary Care Services in Oak Lawn is a key part of Rush’s mission to deliver top-tier care and excellent patient outcomes across the Chicago area and Northwest Indiana. Help us grow a thriving practice that delivers integrated primary and specialized patient care within our community!

In addition to the new Primary Care services, the Rush Oak Lawn Outpatient Center currently offers a range of surgical and medical specialty services, including:

• • Surgical Specialties: General Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Bariatric Surgery, and Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Oncologic Surgery.
  • Medical Specialties: Medical Weight Loss and Breast Cancer Care.

  Research opportunities and teaching with a faculty appointment at Rush University may be available for consideration.

  Key Responsibilities:

  · Provide comprehensive primary care services to patients across the lifespan, from pediatrics through geriatrics

  · Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions

  · Collaborate with nursing staff and support team

  · Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records

  · Contribute to practice growth during our expansion phase

  · Participate in quality improvement initiatives

  Qualifications:

  • Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical institution
  • Board-eligible or certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
  • Valid IL medical license or ability to obtain licensure
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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

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

   

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

   

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

   

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

  Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, knowledge and skills; relevant experience and training; education, certifications, and licensure; primary work location; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role, as well as additional compensation such as sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.

  Pay Range: $261,000 – $383,000

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

  Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems.

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

Medicine-Pediatrics – Clinical Faculty/Physician

Rush University Medical Center

Chicago, IL

The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Medicine-Pediatrics, at Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, is seeking a Board Certified/Eligible Medicine-Pediatrics physician to join our clinical faculty at Rush’s on-campus outpatient clinic located in downtown Chicago.

Position Details

• • Outpatient-focused practice
  • Serve a diverse and complex patient population in Chicago
  • Faculty appointment at Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level (commensurate with experience)
  • Access to a full range of Internal Medicine and Pediatric subspecialties and comprehensive on-site diagnostic services
  • The practice provides a supportive environment with established systems and a team of 3 Medicine-Pediatrics faculty physicians and 1 Advanced Practice Provider.

  Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive care to patients across the entire lifespan, from newborns through geriatric patients and end-of-life care
  • Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions in both pediatric and adult populations
  • Collaborate with physician colleagues, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members
  • Engage in quality improvement initiatives, scholarly activity, and practice development
  • ·Contribute to the academic mission of the Medical College through clinical teaching and mentorship

  Qualifications

  • Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical institution
  • Completion of an accredited Medicine-Pediatrics residency program
  • Board-eligible or Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics
  • Valid IL medical license or ability to obtain licensure
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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

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

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

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

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

  Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, knowledge and skills; relevant experience and training; education, certifications, and licensure; primary work location; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role, as well as additional compensation such as sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.

  Pay Range: $254,600 – $322,000

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

  Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems.

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

Geriatric Medicine – Clinical Faculty

Rush University Medical Center

Chicago, IL

The Division of Geriatric Medicine and Palliative Care at Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications from exceptional clinicians for a full-time Geriatric Medicine Faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.

We are seeking a fellowship- trained, board-certified or board-eligible Geriatrician to join our expanding academic team in downtown Chicago. This position offers the ideal balance of clinical excellence and scholarly pursuits for physicians passionate about advancing geriatric care. The chosen candidate will join an established, collaborative group of geriatricians in a supportive academic environment known for clinical innovation and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

Comprehensive geriatric care across diverse settings:

• Ambulatory clinic serving a robust patient panel
• Inpatient consultation and hospital-based care
• Subacute care in post-acute settings

Academic development and scholarly growth:

• Teaching medical students, residents, and geriatric fellows in clinical settings
• Curriculum development for learners at all levels
• Research collaboration with opportunities for scholarly projects and publications
• Program development in our expanding division with multiple new clinical and educational initiatives
• Call responsibility: Each physician takes call for their own patients during the week. Weekend and holiday call are shared equally amongst the faculty members.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong clinical excellence across the full spectrum of geriatric care, especially in outpatient settings and inpatient consultative service.
• Active commitment to academic medicine, including research, scholarly activity, and educational leadership
• Passion for advancing the field of geriatrics through teaching, mentorship, and innovation

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical institution
• Completion of an accredited Geriatrics Fellowship program
• Board-eligible or Board-certified in Geriatrics
• Valid IL medical license or ability to obtain licensure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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

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

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

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

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

Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, knowledge and skills; relevant experience and training; education, certifications, and licensure; primary work location; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role, as well as additional compensation such as sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay Range: $236,000 – $334,000

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

Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems.

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

Location: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Breast Center

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $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:
Supervises the daily operations of a clinic. Responsibilities include staff management, general administration, financial activities and project management. The Operations Supervisor position requires a motivated, well-organized, and conscientious individual who is able to manage multiple tasks at the same time. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•High school diploma.
•Two years’ healthcare experience.
•Expert knowledge of duties performed in the area of responsibility.
•Thorough knowledge of the ideal patient flow.
•Knowledge of revenue cycle requirements.
•Good managerial skills.
•Leadership and organizational skills.
•Excellent customer service skills.
•Good interpersonal skills.
•Very good written and oral communication skills.
•Attention to detail and accuracy.
•Competent in basic Microsoft Office programs; proficient use of Excel.
•Ability to implement change and maintain results.
•Ability to prioritize and multi task in a fast paced environment; well organized.
•Open-mindedness and willingness to facilitate change.
•Works effectively with minimal supervision.
•Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Associate degree or Bachelor's degree.
•Management experience.
Physical Demands:

Responsibilities:
1.Supervises patient/clinic flow including physician schedules, check-in and check-out processes, time of service and payments on account, patient communications, referrals and pre-authorizations, coordination and management of workflows and other operational duties necessary to ensure smooth operations.
2.Supervises staff including hiring, on-boarding, coaching, counseling and performance reviews, as well as managing day-to-day activities such as payroll, staffing, communications and related activities.
3.Designs, implements and supports RUMC and RUMG policies and procedures, Reviews relevant workflows and metrics and recommends changes as necessary.
4.Oversees collections activities and offices expenses to meet budget targets.
5.Assists the Administrator/Manager with projects including process and operational planning and financial and performance analysis. Assumes a leadership role in the absence of the Administrator/ Manager.
6.Ensures compliance with all regulatory and accrediting agencies.
7.Ensures all office equipment is functioning and maintained in an appropriate manner.
8.Performs all non-clinical duties when needed to ensure efficient patient clinic flow.
9.Proficient in performing all duties of reporting staff.
10.Promotes a positive and productive environment, encourages teamwork and communication.
11.Acts as a role model for practice standards related to customer service.
12.Assures achievement by staff of RUMG Customer Service and Performance Standards.
13.Compiles and maintains a variety of databases, including internal and external referral sources, related community groups, specialty organizations, etc.
14.Works to establish cooperative working relationships with program physicians, nurses, referral sources and ancillary departments as well as hospital administration and related agencies to provide seamless patterns of referral and patient care.
15.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: Road Home Research Admin

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

Shift: Shift 1

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

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

Pay Range: $17.63 - $27.77 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
Performs clinic activities including answering telephones, patient and visitor reception, administrative office duties, and Health Information Management responsibilities. The employee who holds this position exemplifies the Rush Mission, Vision and Values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures, including compliance with all Rush University Medical Group Customer Service and Performance Standards.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High school diploma.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Sensitivity to patient health information and protection of confidentiality.
• Ability to utilize EPIC efficiently.
• Ability to sit for several hours each day and remain professional and calm under stressful situations.
• Ability to adapt to change and be flexible.
• Employees hired into this role must successfully pass the EPIC scheduling test with 3 attempts, within 45 days of completion of training.
• Ability to travel to offsite locations as needed. Schedule locations and shift times will vary given business needs.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Medical office experience.

Responsibilities:
1.Performs a variety of office functions including the retrieval and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, filing, stocking of supplies, and preparation and dissemination of clinic correspondence and completion of Epic Administrative In-Box as directed.
2.Accesses EPIC to retrieve referrals, orders and other documentation. Assists patients with Release of Information requests.
3.Maintains and retrieves medical records per HIM and office protocol.
4.Addresses patient calls efficiently and courteously. Takes accurate, clear and concise messages that provide sufficient information for the clinical staff and/or receiving party to effectively handle the issue/request.
5.Schedules, cancels and/or reschedules patient appointments, as assigned. Places reminder calls or sends information to patients in advance of their appointment per office policy.
6.Appropriately transfers patients to pre-registration for insurance verification.
7.Prepares and disseminates patient letters and other correspondence from EPIC.
8.Problem solves issues by seeking out the appropriate resources.
9.Works collaboratively as part of the medical practice team.
10.Performs other duties as assigned.

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

Pediatric Hospital Medicine – Clinical Faculty

Rush University Medical Center

Chicago, IL

The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hospital Medicine at Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, is seeking a full-time BC/BE Academic Pediatric Hospitalist to join their faculty at Rush’s downtown campus in Chicago, IL.

We are looking for applicants committed to providing exceptional inpatient care to a diverse and complex population of patients. Special consideration will be given to candidates with hospitalist experience or completing a Pediatric Hospital Medicine fellowship.

Position Details

• Clinical Responsibilities: Provide inpatient care on the General Pediatric Unit and General Care Nursery, collaborating with medical and surgical Pediatric subspecialties
• Teaching & Education: This opportunity involves extensive teaching responsibilities with Rush's Pediatric Residency Program, Combined Medicine/Pediatrics Residency Program, and Rush Medical College
• Scholarly Leadership: Expected to lead scholarly initiatives within the Section of Pediatric Hospital Medicine
• Faculty Appointment: Candidates will be eligible for a faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level, commensurate with their experience and accomplishments.

Preferred Experience: Candidates with background in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Quality improvement
• Clinical research
• Medical education research
• Medical simulation

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Eligible to be licensed to practice medicine in the state of Illinois
• Completion of an accredited Pediatric residency or Med-Peds residency
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics

The Rush University Children's Hospital (RUCH) is part of the Rush University Medical Center (RUMC). It is an academic medical center that has 110 pediatric beds. RUMC is a 671-bed hospital serving adults and children in downtown Chicago, Illinois. It includes the 58- adult bed Johnston R. Bowman Health Center, Rush University and Rush Health. Rush University is home to one of the first medical colleges in the Midwest and one of the nation’s top-ranked nursing colleges, as well as graduate programs in allied health, health systems management and biomedical research. The Medical Center also offers more than 70 highly selective residency and fellowship programs in medical and surgical specialties and subspecialties. It has excellent residents. The Categorical Pediatrics and Medicine/Pediatrics residency programs have had a 99% pass rate on the General Pediatrics Certifying Examination offered by the American Board of Pediatrics in the past 4 years.

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

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

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

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

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

Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, knowledge and skills; relevant experience and training; education, certifications, and licensure; primary work location; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role, as well as additional compensation such as sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay Range: $212,800 - $271,700

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

Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems.

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

Location: 520 S Maple Ave, Oak Park, Illinois 60304

Business Unit: Rush Radiation Oncology - Oak Park

Work Type: Part-Time - 40 Hours every 2 weeks (0. 5 FTE)

Shift: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Work Schedule: 8-Hour Shifts - Tuesdays, Thursdays and alternating Mondays

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

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 heal care team when the need for assistance is identified. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
1.Minimum of 9 months of experience in nursing
2.Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) .
3.Within 1 year from the date of hire, employee must be enrolled in a BSN program.
4.RNs hired prior to 10/22/2020 are grandfathered in with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or diploma in nursing, with no further need to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BAN or BSN).
5.Chief Nursing Officer must provide approval for any RNs with ADN degree hired after 10/22/2020, based upon unit need. ADN RNs hired after 10/22/2020 must show continued enrolment towards a BSN degree with a signature of contract stipulating a BSN degree must be completed within 3 years of hire. ADN RNS are not eligible for leveling to RN3.
6. Prior to leveling to RN2, RN must show consistent proficient performance at RN1 position or equivalent experience.
7. Current state of Illinois Registered Nursing License
8. CPR
9. ACLS for ICU, Telemetry, Med/Surg (6west), Endoscopy, PACU, IR, and ED required within 3 months of hire
10. PALS PACU and ED required within 3 months of hire
11. Proficiency in charge and preceptor roles.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Physical Demands:
• Work requires the ability to walk throughout the medical center and to be standing and walking most of the designated shift.
•Work requires lifting and carrying objects 35-40 lbs. and supporting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
•The ability to check documents for errors, use of a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
•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.
• Ability to care for patients in the following age categories:
o Toddlers (1-3 years) depending on cluster
o Pre-Schoolers (3-5 years) depending on cluster
o School Age (5-12 years) depending on cluster
o Adolescents (12-18 years)
o Young Adults (19-45 years)
•o Middle Adults (45-60 years)
•o Older Adults (greater than 60)
•• Able to operate computers, printers, copiers, fax, and medical equipment specific to department.
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:
Evidence Based Practice
• Utilizes system wide resources to support decision making and action.
• Recognizes patterns/groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to address.
• Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
Relationships and Caring
• 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.
• Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients and families.
Critical Thinking
• Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patient/families.
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
• Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
Technical Expertise
• Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
• Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
• Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, and suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
• Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
Leadership
• Demonstrates the ability to provide education to staff and students on the unit.
• Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
• Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
• Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.

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: RML General Microbiology

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

Shift: Shift 2

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

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

Pay Range: $29.36 - $42.61 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:
This position is responsible for performing all assigned laboratory testing and reporting for the testing area. This position requires teamwork to achieve common goals and meet deadlines to provide quality care to clients and patients. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Must adhere to the Rush Code of Conduct and Rush ICARE values: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, executing these values with compassion.

Other information:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in laboratory science, biological science, chemistry, or education/work experience meeting the qualifications of high complexity testing personnel as defined by CLIA 42 CFR 493 1489.
Certification from a nationally recognized certifying agency is required. Some laboratory disciplines may require more stringent certification criteria.
Acceptable credentials (can vary depending on the laboratory section):
•Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) via the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
•Medical Technologist (MT) via the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
•Blood Bank (BB) via the ASCP
•Chemistry (C) via the ASCP
•Cytogenetics (CG) via the ASCP
•Cytotechnologist (CT) via the ASCP
•Hematology (H) via the ASCP
•Microbiology (M) via the ASCP
•Molecular Biology (MB) via the ASCP
•Specialty in Cytometry (SCYM) via ASCP
•Technologist in HLA (CHT) via ACHI
•Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) via AACC or ASCP with a minimum of 5 contiguous year's high complexity clinical laboratory experience.
Experience:
•Bachelor's degree with certification, no previous experience required.
•Associate’s degree and/or education/work experience qualifications as defined by CLIA 42 CFT 493 148; and MLT or other laboratory certification; and 5 contiguous years of experience required. Some laboratory sections may have more stringent education and certification requirements.
CLIA QUALIFICATION FOR TESTING:
Employees in this job classification are qualified to perform moderate and high complexity testing. Employees' education and/or laboratory experience meet the requirements delineated in the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment of 1996.
Physical Demands:
Able to work in fast pace, often stressful, computerized environment. Able to lift 20 lbs and perform repetitive motions. Works in laboratory with exposure to potentially infectious and hazardous materials.

Responsibilities:
Performs Laboratory Testing
Utilizes required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as defined by the lab area. Labels and processes specimens properly. Performs all laboratory procedures efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision once trained. All testing must be done following Rush approved Policies and Procedures.
Quality Control and Preventative Maintenance
Performs required quality control (QC) procedures and preventative maintenance, including corrective action and documentation, for all procedures and instrumentation. Recognizes QC problems or discrepancies and attempts to determine the cause of the problem. Notifies the appropriate supervisor or designee regarding QC problems or discrepancies according to the established procedure.
Troubleshooting
Performs basic troubleshooting of equipment and processes with minimal assistance, documents action, and notifies appropriate personnel, for example, supervisors, of problems all the time. Able to recognize when additional help is needed and seek out that help.
Time Management
Utilizes time effectively and seeks out additional job duties when shift tasks are complete. Completes work without incurring overtime. Assists fellow workers to finish shift tasks. Adheres to the defined allotted time for breaks and lunch
Continuing Education
Required to obtain and document 12 hours of laboratory continuing education per year.
Special Projects
Accepts and/or volunteers for method evaluations and new procedure development or other special projects and completes them within an agreed upon time frame. Participates in procedure implementation and training of new staff and students. Encouraged to identify and participate in process improvement projects.
Tech-in-Charge
May perform the duties of the tech-in-charge for specified periods. Oversees operations according to departmental guidelines. Understands when to defer issues to appropriate personnel, for example, a supervisor or director, and does so
Report Reviewing and Results Reporting
Reviews lab results as required and takes appropriate action before verification and release. Recognizes and calls critical results within defined time frames. Reviews paper-generated results and transcribes them accurately into the Lab Information System
Turnaround Time Expectations
Meets turnaround time expectations by prioritizing and organizing the workload for the shift. Monitors the pending list periodically to ensure turnaround time of all samples
Specimen Acceptability
Accepts no inappropriate specimens. Notifies the appropriate person of specimens that must be drawn or collected again and documents the notification
Organization of Work Area
Keeps work area neat, clean, organized, and well-stocked at all times. Disinfect the area at the beginning and end of each shift.

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.