Location: 1520 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60607

Business Unit: RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center

Department: Radiology Oncology

Work Type: Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1. 0 FTE)

Work Schedule: Four 10-Hour Shifts per week - Monday to Friday

Must be able to float to Oak Park location on occasion if needed.

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

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Internal Medicine, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism

Endocrinology Lead Advanced Practice Provider

Rush University Medical Center

Chicago, IL

The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Endocrinology & Metabolism is recruiting for a Lead Advanced Practice Provider of Endocrinology to join their team. This role will provide leadership and oversight of an APP team that is both inpatient and outpatient, but the individual’s provider practice will be in an outpatient setting. The Endocrinology APP team is currently comprised of 7 APPs who support the Rush main campus clinic, 5 of whom also support the inpatient service.

The Division of Endocrinology consists of a dynamic group of clinicians dedicated to patient care and education.  The endocrinology APP team are part of an integrated team of physicians, certified diabetes educators, and nurses who see patients with endocrinologic problems across the spectrum of hormonal disease. The Division also maintains a busy inpatient consult service supporting Rush University Medical Center, working closely with endocrine surgery, otolaryngology, general surgery, bariatric surgery, and neurosurgery to provide state of the art multidisciplinary care for diabetes as well as endocrine tumors. Part of a leading thyroid cancer and parathyroid program, the Division also continues to develop a successful gender affirming care program in affiliation with Rush's Affirm Center for Gender, Sexuality, and Reproductive Health.

Applicants with previous Advanced Practice Provider experience in Endocrinology is required.

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a licensed physician assistant (PA) or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who functions as a member of the health care team to provide high quality, comprehensive acute and/or routine medical/surgical care of Rush patients within the scope of practice granted in accordance with the Rush University Medical Center medical staff bylaws. The APP will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards.

Rush has over 400 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. With a Director of Advanced Practice and 34 Lead APPs across the system, Rush’s vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day.

Rush University System for Health is an academic health system whose mission is to improve the health of the individuals and the diverse communities it serves through the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships. The Rush system includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital, as well as numerous outpatient care facilities. Rush University, with more than 2,500 students, is a health sciences university that comprises Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, and the College of Health Sciences.

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

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

Position Summary:

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

Position Requirements:

Nurse Practitioner:

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse
• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position
• Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP)
• Maintains State of Illinois and Federal DEA license
• Must maintain Rush University Medical Center (RUMC), Rush Oak Park Hospital (ROPH), and Rush Copley Medical Center (RCMC) clinical privileges, as applicable.
• CPR, ACLS and PALS certifications.
• Excellent communicator
• Experience treating patients of all ages
• Procedural experience (simple laceration repair, I&D)

Physician Assistant:

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate
• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program
• Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
• Must maintain Rush University Medical Center (RUMC), Rush Oak Park Hospital (ROPH), and Rush Copley Medical Center (RCMC) clinical privileges, as applicable
• Excellent communicator
• Experience treating patients of all ages
• Procedural experience (simple laceration repair, I&D)

Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, specialty; relevant experience and training; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. Additional compensation may include premium pay rates, sign-on bonuses, and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.

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

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

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

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

Location: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Food and Nutrition Services

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (6:00:00 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: $23.12 - $36.41 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The Retail Supervisor oversees retail and catering operations to meet revenue, expense, and customer satisfaction targets. Is responsible for adequately training staff to organize the daily food operations effectively and efficiently for Rush Oak Park Hospital. Coordinates with the manager on activities to ensure operational continuity and service standards. Oversees all cash handling and retail compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies, department quality monitors and targets and corporate and departmental policies and procedures. Develops and implements concepts for Catering, Cafeteria, and other retail venues using trend analysis, culinary skills, and financial management principles. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
•Associate Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food Service Systems or five or more years of relevant experience in a leadership capacity in foodservice operations.
And
•Serv Safe Food Protection Manager Certification and Allergen Certification required within
Six months of hire
•Two or more years of operations leadership experience working in a fast paced food environment required.
•Ability to communicate (both verbal and written) effectively with clients, customers of clients and support staff.
•Ability to compile and summarize reports required.
•Requires the ability to work with confidential employee, patient and Rush information.
•Knowledge of budgets
•Self-directed, strong interpersonal skills, excellent organizational skills, problem identification and solving, strong communication skills, and conflict resolution.
Abilities:
•Ability to exert 25 pounds of effort to push or pull a cart, ability to lift and carry 40 pounds minimum, stooping, kneeling, reaching, sufficient dexterity to operate kitchen utensils and computer keyboard, able to communicate using a variety of audio-technology, able to see, 25% of time sitting, 75% of time standing or walking.
•The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It shall not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Responsibilities:
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
1.Maintains department service standards for quality products and food safety.
2.Maintains and utilizes computerized systems to manage retail sales and utilization data.
3.Ensures accurate data entry, and analyzes appropriate inventory tracking, quality control measures and quality initiatives.
4.Department liaison for preventative maintenance, pest control, and equipment repair in the unit.
5.Meets customer and corporate foodservice related satisfaction standards.
6.Implements strategies to enhance customer satisfaction.
7.Uses food trending analysis, aesthetic food presentation methods, and food safety guidelines in establishing service standards.
8.Uses computerized systems to manage data.
9.Ensures quality control, (i.e. food quality and temperature) measures for food holding and presentaiton.
10.Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency standards and all departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
11.Ensures compliance with all departmental requirements for in-service training, employee orientation and training, timely completion of performance appraisals, and timely submission of department reports.
12.Responsibility for hiring, training, counseling, performance appraisals and disciplinary action.
13.Provide floor leadership and daily support to the front line team.
13. Collaborates with FNS leadership team in the department to ensure that department goals are accomplished.
14. Develops and implements concepts for assigned retail venues.
15. Coordinates marketing activities to promote products and services.
16. Manages department projects as assigned.
17. Attends and contributes to departmental meetings.
18. Precepts dietetic interns during FNS management rotation.
19. Drives programs and services that support the Mission, Vision, and Values of the medical center.

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: Periop and Interventional Svcs

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: $48.07 - $83.16 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 Education Quality Coordinator (EQC) is an experienced nurse who coordinates and participates in the provision of education and nursing quality improvement. The EQC evaluates, monitors, and improves the quality of nursing care at Rush University Medical Center. The EQC plans, implements, and evaluates educational activities to promote high standards of nursing practice throughout the Division of Nursing. The EQC reports to the Director and has accountability to the clinical Nursing Directors for department specific activities. The EQC is a leader and a role model exemplifying the Rush mission, vision, and values while acting in accordance with Rush University Medical Center policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure.
• Graduate degree in nursing or related field.
• Professional nursing certification within 36 months of hire.
• Demonstrated progressive, proficient leadership skills.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise.
• A high level of analytical ability.
• Communication skill is required in order to lead and teach others.
• Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
• PowerPoint, Word and Excel skills.
• The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine images or reports as required.
Physical Demands:
• Work requires ability to move throughout the Medical Center.
• Work requires lifting or carrying objects 15-25 lbs.

Responsibilities:
1. Coordinates and leads formal and informal educational programs based on nursing evidence for staff.
2. Initiates and/or participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Standards of Care and Standards of Practice.
3. Leads activities that evaluate current practice and stimulate changes in nursing practice.
4. Uses the results of quality monitoring data and other evidence/based content to plan and conduct annual competency verification activities that assure compliance with Rush, The Joint Commission, Illinois Department of Public Health and professional association standards.
5. Serves as a role model to nursing staff by demonstrating skilled interpersonal communication while involved in programs at Rush.
6. Fosters and continuously improves professional relationships within an interdisciplinary team to achieve positive outcomes.
7. Analyzes and interprets clinical data, benchmark comparison data and other quality monitoring data.
8. Identifies issues through interpretation of quality data and assists in the coordination of quality improvement activities for assigned departments as negotiated with the Nursing Directors.
9. Mentors staff in the development and application of critical thinking in order to manage complex patients, care for changing patient conditions and understand quality improvement data/activities.
10. Reviews specific patient cases to determine compliance with standards for nursing practice and reports findings to unit managers, unit advisory committee, department advisory committee, and appropriate PNS standing committees.
11. Develops, implements, and evaluates programs at the division-wide and the department level.
12. Identifies educational needs of nursing staff in order to develop, implement and evaluate continued education programs, product in-services, and other staff development activities
13. Coordinates the necessary tools, information, resources, and personnel for special programs and projects at Rush.
14. Achieves certification as a Basic Life Support (BLS) instructor within one year of hire and maintains this certification.
15. Serves and leads as an expert in quality improvement process, tools and methodologies.
16. Assumes a leadership role in facilitating division-wide innovations.
17. Serves on Medical Center, Division of Nursing, and Professional Nursing Staff process improvement committees as designated.
18. Incorporates knowledge from continued education activities and professional organizations.
19. Instructs or facilitates others in teaching nursing staff about new products, techniques, research, interventions, or standards.
20. 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: Oak Park, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Cardiac Catheterization Lab

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

Shift: Shift 1

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: $37.50 - $57.19 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 1 is a beginning level nurse who utilizes a scientific and theoretical knowledge base along with policy and procedures, standards of care and protocols to guide practice. The RN 1 relies on the experience, judgment and support of others while developing knowledge in practice. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
1.Entry Level - no previous RN experience required
2.Current state of Illinois Registered Nursing License
3.Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) (with acceptance into an accredited school of nursing prior to hire).
*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) 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.Current CPR Certification
7.ACLS within 1 year of hire for ICU, Telemetry, 6west, Endoscopy, PACU, IR, and ED
8.PALS within 1 year of hire for PACU and ED
9.Analytical ability
10.Communication skills are required in order to teach.
11.Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations
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.

Responsibilities:
Evidence Based Practice
• Seeks out resources to assist in the management of new patient situations.
• Uses evidenced based guidelines (P&P, nursing standards of care, protocols and pathways) consistently.
• Supports a hospital wide innovation to achieve positive outcomes.
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.
• Treats patients and families with respect and a sensitivity for diverse viewpoints and cultures.
• Maintains positive, professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team.
• Works effectively with other professional nurses through mutual support and respect.
• Demonstrates beginning collaboration skills to meet the needs of patients and families.
Critical Thinking
• Utilizes beginning assessment skills to evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patient/family.
• Uses scientific and theoretical knowledge to develop and implement the plan of care for assigned patients with support from experienced staff.
• Recognizes a change in patient status and seeks appropriate resources to address concerns.
Technical Expertise
• Uses medical devices safely and effectively in the delivery of patient care and seeks guidance when needed.
• Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
• Assesses patient safety needs and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, and suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk and seeks guidance when needed.
• Applies the teaching-learning process effectively to meet the learning needs of patients and families
Leadership
• Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals with guidance.
• Supports unit goals and change initiatives.
• Demonstrates beginning delegation skills to meet the needs of patients.

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: Anesthesia

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

Shift: Shift 2

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (3:00:00 PM - 11:00:00 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:
Anesthesiology Technologists are responsible for processing of reusable equipment for the cleaning and disinfection to manufacturer specification. They serve as an aid to the anesthesia providers during emergencies and ensure that all inventory/airway emergency supplies are stocked to the quantity and as outlined by policy. Anesthesiology Technologists exemplify the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and act in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:
•High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of relevant education and training.

Responsibilities:
1.Must be knowledgeable of the JACHO and IDPH regulations as it applies to Anesthesia.
2.Immediately respond to emergency requests from anesthesia staff for additional supplies/equipment as required.
3.Must be knowledgeable of terminology of anesthesia supplies and procedures.
4.Assist in the preparation of the anesthesia site for all cases/procedures requiring anesthesia.
5.Responsible for cleanliness and disinfecting the equipment in the anesthesia administration sites including but not limited to the Pxyis, and C-cart and all reusable equipment.
6.Be familiar with the Medical Centers Safety Policies & Procedures.
7.Assists in the training/orientation of new hire employees.
8.Assist in recovering of equipment.
9.Be certified in the use of the EVOTEK.
10.Be responsible for the cleanliness of all airway equipment per hospital policy (i.e. Glidescopes, fiberoptic intubating scopes, etc).
11.Maintain Anesthesia sites with the same specificity as the operating room suites which include the following areas but not limited to: PICU, Endoscopy, MRI, Interventional Radiology, IVF, OB and adjacent labor delivery rooms.
12.Maintain inventory supplies in the prep recovery area in 5 atrium.
13.Check all Anesthesia sites/inventory daily for outdated stock.
14.Responsible for stocking OB, labor delivery rooms, Epidural bay room, and other supply sites.
15.Responsible for assembling central line/ A-line kits in accordance with the agreed protocol.
16.Set-up in preparation in the cardiac and neuro anesthesia sites.
17.Check code bags for used/outdated equipment/ supplies and maintain inventory according to protocol.
18.Remove and replace all used single patient care items immediately after each procedure/case.
19.Assist in the turnover of cases, but not limited to: disposal of all single use items, replacement of the anesthesia circuit, suction canister and tubing, yankauer, ECG leads. Wiping down anesthesia machine and Pyxis cart.
20.Monitor inventory supply/equipment levels throughout the day.

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: Neonatal ICU-NICU

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

Shift: Shift 1

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: $51.26 - $91.76 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The Clinical Specialist RN is an advanced practice nurse with knowledge in a specialized area of nursing who promotes quality patient care through an integrated role of practice, education, administration and research. The Clinical Nurse Specialist exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure.
• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
• Progressive experience and advanced knowledge in a specialized area of clinical nursing.
• Licensure as an APN in accordance with Illinois rules and regulations.
• Analytical ability.
• Ability to interpret complex organizational systems.
• Communication skill is required in order to lead and teach.
• Interact effectively with others in difficult situations
• Ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimen, images or reports.
Physical Demands:
• Ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
• Lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
• Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

Responsibilities:
PLANS THE DELIVERY OF NURSING CARE FOR PATIENTS IN COORDINATION WITH THE HEALTHCARE TEAM
1.Provides consultation in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualized patient care for specific patients and their families, based on patients' growth and development needs.
2.Functions as a role model in the clinical setting.
3.Promotes optimal resource utilization.
4.Collaborates with patients/families, nursing staff, and other members of the health care team in meeting patient/family learning needs.
SUPPORTS COORDINATION OF PATIENT CARE
5.Promotes continuity of care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, utilizing knowledge of the range of treatments available for patients.
6.Participates in case management activities as negotiated with unit leadership.
EVALUATES THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PATIENT CARE
7.Supports quality improvement activities related to patient care that may include active involvement in the staff evaluation process as well as corrective actions.
8.Participates with the multidisciplinary team regarding program development and evaluation.
9.Participates, as appropriate, in studies conducted by nurses and multidisciplinary researchers.
PROMOTES THE DEVELOPMENT OF NURSING STAFF
10.Develops, conducts, and participates in formal and informal staff development programs in area of expertise.
11.Contributes to development of policies, procedures, protocols, and/or patient educational materials as appropriate in area of expertise.
12.Participates in academic programs, as negotiated.
13.Utilizes and disseminates evidence based practice and research findings.
14.This position description may also include advanced practice nurses certified as nurse practitioners (NPs) who DO NOT hold core privileges. NPs working under this CNS position description WILL NOT: Initiate referrals to physicians or other healthcare professionals; interpret diagnostic tests; obtain consents for treatment; obtain history & physical; order and perform consults; order blood and blood products; order diagnostic testing and therapeutic modalities; order pharmacological agents diagnose based upon history & physical exam & clinical findings; order/initiate tests, treatments and interventions; prescribe medications; write admission, discharge or transfer orders and corresponding plans of care.

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: Research Computing

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: $34.61 - $58.14 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 Analyst will support the research, clinical, quality improvement, and business data analysis needs of Rush University Medical Center. The Analyst will assist clinical faculty and Principal Investigators to identify and gather necessary data that span operational through research needs and will build databases to permit queries. The analyst will have a direct reporting relationship to the Knowledge Management Team, Medical Director, and Chief Analytics Officer, who are the subject matter experts in data access and research data requests. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Master's degree in information science, computer science, epidemiology, biostatistics, or equivalent technical experience.
• Strong analytic, issue resolution, and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency writing SQL stored procedures or queries.
• Able to present complex information in an understandable and compelling manner.
• Able to prioritize and multi-task to manage expectations of multiple stakeholders.
• Able to deliver high quality, timely work product with significant autonomy.
• Effectively adapts to rapid changes in project or data requirements and changing directions.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Expertise with data and analytics tools.
• Experience querying and analyzing data with SQL programming language or equivalent tools.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• At least three years of experience in statistical software (e.g. SAS or R), with data science experience.
• Some experience in the health care setting.
• Familiarity with healthcare industry or healthcare information systems.
• Experience with Epic.
• Experience with financial /claims data.

Responsibilities:
•Gather business/data requirements from clinical faculty and Principal Investigators and collaborate on the best way to design studies or to build study cohorts based on the Analyst's knowledge of available systems. Acts as interface between clinical experts and IT to determine feasibility, timelines, and cost of date requests.
•Uses third party software tools and research data warehouse in development of queries and visualizations. Creates research data marts using the enterprise IT architecture.
•Serves as representative for the KM Team on committees and initiatives that involve multi-site studies to facilitate IT and research informatics collaborations.
•Participates in analytics-based projects that leverage data collected from electronic medical records to measure and predict patient outcomes.
•Works with statisticians and mathematicians to design predictive models using statistical and machine learning methods that will predict patient outcomes.
•Develops analytic data sets for research and operations and uses statistical software (SAS or R) to analyze data sets as requested by departmental faculty.
•Produces reports that facilitate evidence-based clinical and financial decisions.
•Works with CRIO/CMIO/Knowledge Management team to develop new data queries and toolsets.
•Member of the IT business intelligence/knowledge management team at Rush. Maintains peer relationship and collaborative knowledge exchange with IT counterparts.

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: ROPPG Adult Medicine

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (6:30:00 AM - 7:30:00 PM)

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

Sign on Bonus: $3,000

Pay Range: $19.50 - $29.73 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

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

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•High school diploma/GED required.
•Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required (includes principles and techniques of injections and medication administration) within six months of hire.
•Graduate of an Accredited Medical Assistant Program required (unless hired prior to February 1, 2022).
•Graduates of a Rush Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program are required to obtain Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required within six months of hire.
•Current CPR certification required upon start date.
•Computer skills.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•Excellent customer service skills.
•Excellent organizational skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•One year clinical experience.
•Phlebotomy experience.
•Epic Ambulatory experience.

Responsibilities:
• Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
• Performs patient intake: vital signs, height and weight, reason for visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and other interventions as required.
• Prepares patient for exam based on reason for visit.
• Prepares and supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
• Reviews appointment schedules and ensures all patient charts are available for the visit.
• Reviews patient charts and ensures that all ancillary reports and required paperwork are available to the provider at the time of visit.
• Performs basic lab and testing procedures according to standards.
• Performs phlebotomy and EK
• Administers immunizations as ordered by Physician.
• Administers ROPPG approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
• Performs nebulizer treatments in the clinic setting after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
• Performs Tuberculin skin testing upon the order of the Physician
• Documents administration of over-the-counter medications and/or other medications in Epic per policy or protocol.
• Cleans, prepares and stocks exam rooms, treatment rooms, and workstations.
• Calls patients regarding test results and medical instruction under the direction of a Physician.
• Calls in medication refills under the direction of a Physician or protocol.
• Documents patient care information in the outpatient medical record according to standards.
• Assists with scheduling of patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
• Assists in the care, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and instruments.
• Maintains the inventory of medical and linen supplies.
• Maintains quality control for equipment.
• Provides cross coverage to other clinical areas as assigned.
• Participates in quality improvement projects.
• Maintains compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and other regulatory bodies.

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

Location: Aurora and Oak Brook, Illinois

Hospital: Rush Copley Medical Center

Department: Dermatology

Work Type: Full Time

General Dermatology – Clinical Faculty/Physician

Rush University System for Health

Chicago, IL

Rush University System for Health is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible General Dermatologist to join its growing Department of Dermatology. This full-time position will be based primarily at Rush Oak Brook and Rush Copley Medical Center, two high-performing regional sites serving diverse and growing patient populations.

The successful candidate will join a collegial and expanding department of 19 full-time faculty and 5 advanced practice providers, offering subspecialty expertise in medical dermatology, procedural dermatology, pediatric dermatology, dermatopathology, and complex disease. The department is nationally recognized for its commitment to clinical excellence, educational leadership, and innovation in care delivery.

This position offers a dynamic opportunity to practice high-quality outpatient dermatology while contributing to the department’s academic mission. In addition to providing outstanding clinical care in general and procedural dermatology, the candidate will have the opportunity to teach dermatology residents and medical students, participate in educational activities such as grand rounds and journal clubs, and engage in clinical research or quality improvement initiatives, depending on their interests.

Faculty at Rush benefit from a robust academic infrastructure, access to multidisciplinary collaboration, and an environment that values mentorship, leadership development, and scholarly growth. Academic rank and compensation will be commensurate with experience, and a competitive benefits package is available.

The Department of Dermatology is actively expanding its regional footprint, research enterprise, and academic influence. We welcome candidates who are enthusiastic about joining a forward-looking department and contributing to its continued growth across clinical, educational, and scholarly domains.

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. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. Additional compensation may include sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay Range: $361,298 - $560,490

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

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

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 Marketing Communications

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

Shift: Shift 1

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

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

Pay Range:$144,372 - $215,113 per year
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The senior director of executive and internal communications guides the strategy, planning and execution of Rush's internal and executive communications to engage and inform employees, ensure alignment to business strategies, and enhance the organization's status as a leading U.S. academic medical center. The person in this role leads an internal and executive communications program that extends across all business and academic units across Rush.

Guiding a team of skilled content strategists and storytellers, the senior director ensures that internal communications in a wide variety of formats and channels are designed to engage and energize diverse stakeholder groups. The successful candidate possesses a high level of professionalism and integrity, including the ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with utmost discretion. The person in this role is a consummate collaborator and consensus builder, a creative thinker, an adaptive problem solver and an inspirational leader able to motivate and mobilize effective, efficient and collaborative teams.

Reports to the associate vice president, marketing communications at Rush. Works directly with the Rush leaders, departments and teams across system on communications critical to the institution’s employee engagement, image and reputation. Collaborates with leaders and communications professionals at other Rush system hospitals on issues related to or reflecting on Rush.
Models and inspires innovation, collaboration, accountability, respect and excellence. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver innovative, consistent, best-in-class communications support and partnership to leaders and business owners across the Medical Center.

Act as a trusted consultant and expert for senior leaders:

• Advise senior management on emerging issues and trends that may affect staff through a robust, transparent approach to internal communications.
• Guide the activities of executive communications in the writing, editing and presentation of key executive communications.
• In collaboration with Rush leadership and media relations, lead crisis communications planning and execution. Required to join emergency calls, on-call via Rush device, such as Hospital Incident Command, to assess and strategize solutions.
• Partner with senior leaders to ensure that positions on key issues and initiatives affecting the institution — especially in the areas of public health and safety, social equity, community engagement and economic development — are aligned to promote, protect and enhance the organization as a whole.

In collaboration with other leaders, develop communication programs to support the Rush’s key “people” goals:

• Work with HR talent management team and marketing to envision, design and implement culture-building activities and campaigns to engage and inspire employees
• Act as communications consultant on matters related to labor relations.
• Develop clear and comprehensive benefits communications.
• Develop communications to support employee recruitment and retention goals.
• Partner with teams to support the efforts of the faculty recruitment and engagement.

Ensure that communication tools meet the ongoing and developing needs and preferences of employees through the following:

• Regularly survey employees to gauge their attitudes and opinions about Rush.
• Use readership data to drive insights and continuous improvement.
• Develop personas to capture the special needs and perspectives of different segments of the internal Rush community
• Analyze employee feedback received internally and in external forums (such as Glassdoor).

Nurture business unit client relationships.

• Establish business unit stakeholder relationships, including with the executives we support and their staff.
• Participate in integrated content planning efforts with marketing, media relations and fund-raising communications professionals.
• Partner with the Information Services Division to manage the Rush intranet.
• Meet regularly with operational leadership to explore ways the internal communications team can support their goals.

Staff and Resource Management

• Motivate, coach and manage Internal Communications Department responsible for writing, editing and publishing compelling, persuasive copy that supports corporate strategy, using an array of channels and communication formats. Team includes writers, editors, an experienced executive communicator.

Implement processes and policies to ensure efficient and effective communications:

• Identify and implement best practices and repeatable activities through the creation of playbooks, communication templates and guidelines.
• Develop a comprehensive roadmap for team growth and evolution to align the team’s efforts to meet institutional goals.
• Train staff in the use of tools and methods that enable efficient, on-time delivery of projects.
• Manage department Internal Communication budget
• Strategically select, negotiate with and manage relationships with outside vendors to support communications initiatives and projects.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, organizational communication, organizational development, marketing, public relations or a related field.
• Ten or more years of communications management experience, with a record of achieving business results using internal and external communications strategy and tactics.
• Experience building and implementing a successful internal communication program to influence, educate and engage large numbers of people.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with proven ability to recruit, train and inspire highly accountable, collaborative and talented teams.
• Ability to communicate strategic direction through narratives that promote understanding among diverse audiences.
• In-depth awareness of issues and trends in health care and academic medicine.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to interact successfully at all levels of the organization and to build confidence through exemplary work.
• Solid experience and results in managing crisis and issues communications.
• Expertise in managing large projects involving cross-functional teams of internal and external talent.
• Flexibility, resilience and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Requirements:

• Master’s degree in communications, marketing or a related communications field preferred.
• Experience at a large, complex academic medical center.

• Familiarity with commonly used editorial style guides; AP style preferred.
• Proofreading, copy editing and structural editing skills.
• Facility in a wide range of writing styles for diverse audiences and channels.
• Agile project management.
• Training in leadership and management techniques.
• Ability to design and deploy digital communication channels, including internet, intranet, email and social media.
• Familiarity with survey tools, web analytics and reader engagement metrics.
• Budget management skills.

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 Health Contracting

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) - Remote - May have to come in the office for a quarterly team meeting and payer meetings, as needed. 

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page

Pay Range: $94,827- $154,315 per year
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:

Rush Health is a clinically integrated network of physicians and hospitals working together to improve health through high quality, efficient health services covering the spectrum of patient care from wellness, prevention and health promotion, to disease management and complex care management. Our network includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, Rush Copley Medical Center, Riverside Medical Center and over 1900 professional providers. All hiring is done through Rush University Medical Center Human Resources. The Payer Contracting Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with third party payers including but not limited to Managed Care Commercial payers, Medicare Advantage payers and Medicaid payers and negotiating managed care agreements both fee-for-service (FFS) and value based care (VBC) with these third party payers on behalf of Rush Health Participating Hospitals and Physicians (Members). These negotiations shall be under the direction of the Directors of FFS Payer Contracting and VBC Payer Contracting. This responsibility also includes management of referral contracts with other physician organizations. This position shall also assist in Member education regarding payer agreements and in monitoring and enforcing payer compliance with contract terms. This position is pivotal to capturing and retaining business for our Members and growing and maximizing financial performance. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least five (5) years’ experience in a managed care environment with direct payer contracting experience.
• Experience in multi-facility health system, large academic medical center or insurer environment.
• Strong financial knowledge base related to all managed care reimbursement methodologies including the various fee-for-service structures and risk based structures such as capitation, shared savings and global payments.
• Specific and thorough understanding of physician and hospital coding, claim forms, payer EOBs and reimbursement methodologies.
• Knowledge base of population health management activities and value based care delivery models Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and well organized.
• Adapts well to rapid change and multiple, demanding priorities.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to network internally and externally to build relationships, facilitate discussion and resolution.
• Microsoft Office Suite advanced proficiency, particularly MS Excel.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Health Care Administration or Business.
• Understanding of contract law highly desirable.
• Experience with governmental programs related to Medicare, Medicaid and Medicare Advantage highly desirable.

• Experience with top payer insurance

Responsibilities:

• Negotiate and maintain fee-for-service (FFS) contracts with third party payers as assigned by the Director, FFS Payer Contracting.
• Assist in the development and negotiation of value-based care (VBC) risk contracts with third party payers as assigned by the Director, Value Based Payer Contracting.
• Negotiate, analyze and model current, proposed, and final FFS pricing terms for hospitals and physicians in accordance with Rush Health pricing standards.
• Under the direction of Director, Value Based Payer Contracting, assist in negotiation of VBC financial risk terms working in conjunction with Analytics and actuary, when needed, to develop financial risk models to analyze payer VBC proposals including ACO, shared savings/shared risk, capitation, global bundled pricing and % of premium contracts.
• Under the direction of Directors Contracting, evaluate and initiate new FFS and VBC contract opportunities.
• Negotiate FFS contract language in accordance with Rush Health language standards.
• Under the direction of Director, Value Based Payer Contracting, assist in negotiation of VBC contract language and performance terms in consultation with Rush Health business and support departments (Clinical, Analytics, HIT, Payer Relations, Legal, Finance).
• This includes legal, compliance, quality measures, reporting and data exchange requirements. Coordination through VBC Workgroup.
• Monitor and analyze performance of third party payer agreements including profitability, volume, strategic initiatives and payer compliance issues.
• Develop and maintain relationships with third party payers.
• Establish and maintain a system of reviewing and assessing changes in the Federal and or State regulations in regards to Managed Care contracts.
• Achieve and maintain a full understanding of Medicare and or Medicaid pricing reimbursement and structure for both physicians and hospitals.
• Work closely with Directors, Contracting to develop and monitor contract negotiation schedules, timelines and annual pricing renewals.
• Assist in the development and implementation of an annual strategic plan for third party payer contracting, including the continued development of VBC opportunities and implementation of pricing strategies and contract language standards.
• Assist Director, Value Based Payer Contracting in coordination and management of VBC program initiatives and contract terms with governmental payers including CMS and programs such as MSSP, BPCI.
• Manage negotiations for all "ad-hoc" individual case agreements in accordance with Rush Health policies and standards.
• Responsible for maintenance and ongoing auditing of all physician and hospital pricing in the contract management system.
• Assist Directors Contracting in contract implementation of FFS and VBC contracts for Members.
• Work closely with Payer Relations to ensure all fee schedules and Contract Summaries on the Rush Health website are accurate and current.
• Maintain and keep updated "contracted designated" fields for physician and hospital Contract Summaries Assist Director, Value Based Payer Contracting in maintenance of VBC contract summaries including performance targets and measures matrix, timelines, contract requirements and deadlines.
• In coordination with Director, Value Based Payer Contracting and Payer Relations, monitor and manage VBC payer compliance issues including rosters, assignment, reports, delivery dates, fees, audits.
• Monitor and analyze changes in payer VBC programs and policies that may affect contract performance and initiate negotiations as warranted.
• Coordinate any credentialing or request for information (RFI's) requirements for new COE and VBC initiatives.
• Work closely with Payer Relations in development of orientation and educational materials to educate Members regarding payer contract terms, Rush Health reporting tools and market issues.25.
• Work closely with Payer Relations and Member revenue cycle teams to resolve contract compliance issues with third party payers and ensure the negotiated contract rates are implemented in payer systems and paid in accordance with the agreements.
• Participate in monthly payer joint operating committee (JOC) meetings; serve as lead role for addressing contract issues.
• Staff Committees as assigned.
• Other duties and responsibilities 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.