Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Food And Nutr Srvcs -R500 Drcc

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (6:00:00 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: $38.02 - $55.18 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:
Manages the menu and food production to meet revenue, expense and customer satisfaction targets. Coordinates with the manager on activities to ensure operational continuity and service standards. Ensures food production compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies, department quality monitors and targets and corporate and departmental policies and procedures. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Degree in Culinary Arts with training in Food Systems management or Hospitality Management or five years equivalent experience.
• Illinois Department of Public Health and City of Chicago Sanitation Certification within nine months of hire.
• Food Allergen Certification.
• Competent in preparation of spreadsheets, data bases, word processing.
• Five years’ experience in senior management of a complex food service facility.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Proven financial responsibility.
• Proven ability to manage financial targets of revenue and expenses.
• Self-directed, strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, problem identification and solving, creative, manage stress effectively.
Physical Demands:
• 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.
• 50% of time sitting, 50% of time standing or walking.

Responsibilities:
•Develops and implements menus, recipes and service concepts for assigned units.
•Manages food production for unit.
•Establishes implements and maintains unit service standards for quality products and food safety.
•Manages computerized data.
•Manages production supervisor(s)/cooks/ingredient control.
•Provides input in hiring cooks and ingredient room personnel as well as assists with training and counseling.
•Performs performance appraisals and provides disciplinary actions, when necessary, to assigned staff.
•Monitors unit procurement activities to ensure efficient utilization of resources.
•Meets customer and corporate foodservice related satisfaction standards.
•Ensures unit budget target.
•Develops menu and recipes.
•Develops, implements, analyzes appropriate quality control, (i.e. food quality and temperature) measures for food production.
•Collaborates with the manager to ensure compliance with all regulatory agency standards and all departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
•Collaborates with the unit manager in the department to ensure that department goals are accomplished
•Manages department projects as assigned
•Attends and contributes to departmental meetings.
•Precepts dietetic interns during management rotation.
•Implements programs and services.

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: PBC University Hepat

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

Shift: Shift 1

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

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

Sign on Bonus: $3,000

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

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

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

Responsibilities:
1.Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
2.Performs patient intake: vital signs, height and weight, reason for visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and other interventions as required.
3.Prepares patient for exam based on reason for visit.
4.Prepares and supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
5.Reviews appointment schedules and ensures all patient charts are available for the visit.
6.Reviews patient charts and ensures that all ancillary reports and required paperwork are available to the provider at the time of visit.
7.Performs basic lab and testing procedures according to standards.
8.Performs phlebotomy and EKGs.
9.Administers immunizations as ordered by Physician.
10.Administers RUMG approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
11.Performs nebulizer treatments in the clinic setting after competency has been assessed, verified and documented.
12.Performs Tuberculin skin testing upon the order of the Physician.
13.Demonstrates appropriate population specific techniques with patients.
14.Documents administration of over-the-counter medications and/or other medications in Epic per policy or protocol.
15.Cleans, prepares and stocks exam rooms, treatment rooms, and workstations.
16.Calls patients regarding test results and medical instruction under the direction of a Physician.
17.Calls in medication refills under the direction of a Physician or protocol.
18.Documents patient care information in the outpatient medical record according to standards.
19.Assists with scheduling of patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
20.Assists in the care, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and instruments.
21.Maintains the inventory of medical and linen supplies.
22.Maintains quality control for equipment.
23.Provides cross coverage to other clinical areas as assigned.
24.Participates in quality improvement projects.
25.Maintains compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and other regulatory bodies.
26.May have Unit specific duties as needed.

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Data Management

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: $46.07 - $68.64 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 Data Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing data pipelines for cloud projects. This position will require working with complex data sources and transforming it into something useful for analysts. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
•Bachelor's Degree.
•5 years of experience.
•Strong background in cloud computing, software engineering and data processing.
•Data management experience.
•Experience in ETL Tools such as Pentaho, Talend, Informatica, Azure Data Factory, Apache Kafka and Apache Camel.
•Experience designing and implementing analysis solutions on Hadoop-based platforms such as Cloudera Hadoop, or Hortonworks Data Platform or Spark based platforms such as Databricks.
•Proficient in RDBMS such as Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, MySQL etc.
•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•Strong verbal and written communication skills.
•Proficient programming skills in Python, SQL NoSQL, and Spark.
•Ability to manage multiple projects essential.
•Ability to work independently or in groups.
•Ability to prioritize time.
•Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Experience, education, licensure(s), specialized certification(s).
Cloud Certifications in AWS, Azure or GCP.
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.
•Bachelor's Degree.
•5 years of experience.
•Strong background in cloud computing, software engineering and data processing.
•Data management experience.
•Experience in ETL Tools such as Pentaho, Talend, Informatica, Azure Data Factory, Apache Kafka and Apache Camel.
•Experience designing and implementing analysis solutions on Hadoop-based platforms such as Cloudera Hadoop, or Hortonworks Data Platform or Spark based platforms such as Databricks.
•Proficient in RDBMS such as Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, MySQL etc.
•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•Strong verbal and written communication skills.
•Proficient programming skills in Python, SQL NoSQL, and Spark.
•Ability to manage multiple projects essential.
•Ability to work independently or in groups.
•Ability to prioritize time.
•Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Experience, education, licensure(s), specialized certification(s).
Cloud Certifications in AWS, Azure or GCP.
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.
•Bachelor's Degree.
•5 years of experience.
•Strong background in cloud computing, software engineering and data processing.
•Data management experience.
•Experience in ETL Tools such as Pentaho, Talend, Informatica, Azure Data Factory, Apache Kafka and Apache Camel.
•Experience designing and implementing analysis solutions on Hadoop-based platforms such as Cloudera Hadoop, or Hortonworks Data Platform or Spark based platforms such as Databricks.
•Proficient in RDBMS such as Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, MySQL etc.
•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•Strong verbal and written communication skills.
•Proficient programming skills in Python, SQL NoSQL, and Spark.
•Ability to manage multiple projects essential.
•Ability to work independently or in groups.
•Ability to prioritize time.
•Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Experience, education, licensure(s), specialized certification(s).
Cloud Certifications in AWS, Azure or GCP.
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:
•Responsible for design, development and maintenance of data pipelines to enable data analysis and reporting.
•Builds, evolves and scales out infrastructure to ingest, process and extract meaning out data.
•Write complex SQL queries or python code to support analytics needs.
•Manage projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision
•Work with structured and unstructured data from a variety of data stores, such as data lakes, relational database management systems, and/or data warehouses.
•Combines, optimizes, and manages multiple big data sources.
•Builds data infrastructure and determines proper data formats to ensure data is ready for use.

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: Rush Radiation Oncology

Work Type: Full Time

Department of Radiation Oncology Chairperson 

Rush Medical College / Rush University Medical Center 

Chicago, Illinois 

Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical, Nursing and Health Sciences Colleges of Rush University, invites nominations and applications for the position of Chairperson of the Department of Radiation Oncology.  

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to clinical and academic service, including the teaching and mentoring of residents, fellows, and medical students. A proven track record of research achievement, collaborative leadership, academic excellence, and community engagement is highly desirable. The successful candidate will have an established national/international reputation and demonstrated ability to implement a strategic vision through innovation, collaboration, and accountability. The ideal candidate will hold an MD or equivalent degree, be board-certified in Radiation Oncology, and possess credentials that merit appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. They should also exhibit a deep commitment to academic innovation and possess the leadership skills necessary to guide faculty development and advancement across clinical, research, and educational missions. As a department leader, the Chairperson will provide an energetic and inventive vision for growing clinical volume, improving clinical productivity, and further defining clinical expertise within the academic framework. In addition, the Chairperson will play a key role in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to advance clinical care and promote the growth of research initiatives.  

The Department of Radiation Oncology at Rush University Medical Center delivers comprehensive radiation therapy services across four locations — RUMC, ROPH, Lisle, and RCMC — working in close collaboration with oncology and surgical oncology teams to provide patients with integrated, total cancer care. The department offers a full spectrum of advanced treatment modalities, including brachytherapy, and a robust suite of external beam radiation therapies such as IMRT, IGRT, SBRT, stereotactic radiosurgery, and total body irradiation, among others. All Rush radiation oncology locations hold national accreditation from either the American College of Radiology or APEx, and the department benefits from its distinguished partnership with MD Anderson Cancer Center — a key competitive differentiator — as well as Rush's recognition as a top-ranked hospital for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report. With the continued growth of the Rush MD Anderson Cancer Center at Lisle, the department is well-positioned to expand its footprint and capture greater market share in the western region, even as it navigates competitive pressures from other academic centers and works to strengthen its presence in lung, breast, gynecological, and prostate cancer services. 

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 University System for Health and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have partnered to create RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center. The partnership represents advanced clinical and operational integration in the delivery of cancer care, providing Rush patients greater access to cancer treatments and research considered among the best in the world.

Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 50 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 as ofJune2025while 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 maybe 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: $ 700,000 - $975,000

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. 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Nominations or letters of interest that include curriculum vitae should be sent to William J. Krech, III, MHA: 

Faculty_Recruitment@rush.edu  

Associate Vice President, Talent Strategy, Rush University Medical Center 

Rush is an equal opportunity / Affirmative Action employer 

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: RML Blood Bank General

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

Shift: Shift 1

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

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

Pay Range: $38.02 - $55.18 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:
Provides oversight of the technical operations within the area of responsibility (Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Histology). Ensures the competency of staff that provide clinical testing and timeliness of results. Mentors staff to cooperatively work with nursing and physicians to provide what is needed to care for patients effectively, efficiently and as quickly as possible Serves as an expert within the assigned field of responsibility. Instruct students, residents, and new employees. Evaluates their performance within established deadlines. Participates in presenting case studies or in-services. 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:
Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Microbiology
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or higher
education/work experience meeting the qualifications of moderate and/or high complexity Testing Personnel, Technical Consultant, Technical Supervisor or General Supervisor as defined by CLIA 42 CFR Part 493 Subpart M.
Certification from a nationally recognized certifying agency required. ASCP (or equivalent) certified preferred. 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 the ASCP
•Histology Technologist (HTL)
Recent quality and technical coordinator experience preferred.
Familiar with regulatory requirements for laboratories.
Proven organizational, interpersonal and communication skills highly desired.
Histology
•Registered Histology Technician HT (ASCP) or have completed an accredited histology program with minimum of 5 years of experience coupled with recent leadership experience.
•Successful passing of the HT (ASCP) certification exam.
•Or education/work experience meeting the qualifications of moderate or high complexity testing personnel as defined by CLIA 42 CFR Part 493 Subpart M.
•Familiar with regulatory requirements for laboratories.
•Proven organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

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

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: IM Hosp Med - Office

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

Long-Term Acute Care Advanced Practice Provider

Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hospital Medicine

Rush University Medical Center

Chicago, IL

Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, located in downtown Chicago, invites applications for the position of a Long-Term Acute Care Advanced Practice Provider. The new 100-bed facility is a combined critical illness recovery and inpatient rehabilitation hospital on the Rush University Medical Center campus. The RUSH Specialty Hospital is outfitted with the latest technology and features 44 critical illness recovery and 56 inpatient rehabilitation beds.

Department/division specs

· Work alongside three fellow LTACH APPs in collaboration with Rush University Hospitalists and Select Medical.

Duties & Responsibilities:

· 10-hour or 12-hour shifts. Days only including weekends.

· Will report directly to the Hospital Medicine Lead Advanced Practice Provider

· 100% inpatient

Preferred Qualifications:

· Applicants with previous Advanced Practice Provider experience in Hospital Medicine, Critical Care or related specialty is preferred, not required. Relevant RN experience may be considered.

· APRN Candidates will require Acute Care Certification.

Position Requirements:

Nurse Practitioner:

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process
• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position
• Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP)
• CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications

Physician Assistant:

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process
• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program
• Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

• CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Pediatrics-Res Adm

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 AM)

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 - $32.66 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

This position is an in-person position for 3 clinic locations in Chicago, Aurora, and Hoffman Estates. The ideal candidate will have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. 

Summary:

The Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I) supports the conduct of clinical research studies across a range of disciplines. Receives direction from principal investigator, supervisor, or other staff involved in research protocol(s). Responsibilities include participant recruitment and interaction, study data collection and entry, maintenance of study and regulatory documentation, sponsor communication, and adherence to study protocols and policies. The CRC I executes defined study tasks with guidance, ensuring operational compliance, accurate data entry, and participant safety. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:
Education:
•Bachelor’s degree
Experience:
•0-2 years of experience in a research study or other relevant experience
OR
Experience (in lieu of a degree)
•Two (2) years’ total experience, where 1 year is supporting or coordinating research studies
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
•Time Management – Ability to meet deadlines and manage assigned study tasks.
•Problem-Solving – Ability to troubleshoot routine field issues and use discretion to escalate appropriately when unplanned events arise.
•Attention to Detail – Strong attention to accuracy in data collection and documentation.
•Participant Relations – Ability to build rapport, navigate sensitive topics, and maintain participant confidentiality.
•Communication Skills – Effective verbal and written communication skills with participants and internal study teams.
•Team Collaboration – Ability to collaborate within multi-disciplinary team settings and follow established workflows.
•Flexibility – Availability to work evenings, overnight shifts, or weekends if required by study protocols.
•Travel Readiness – Availability for local travel as necessary.
•Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Experience:
•Two (2) or more years prior experience in clinical research or related field

Job Responsibilities:
1.Recruits, consents, screens, schedules, tracks and provides study updates to study participants throughout the conduct of the study.
2.Collects and enters data into study case report forms and/or electronic data capture system and responds to queries in a timely manner.
3.Assists in preparing simple data summaries, reports, or charts to support study documentation and reporting requirements.
4.Maintains accurate and complete procedural documentation including study participant and site level documentation in compliance with institutional, local, state and federal guidelines and regulations related to clinical research.
5.Verifies data against 100% of source documentation for accuracy before entry into case report forms and electronic data capture systems to ensure timeliness and audit readiness.
6.May collect, process and ship potentially biohazardous specimens.
7.Administers structured tests and questionnaires according to research study protocols. May utilize study-related technology and equipment as part of assessment procedures.
8.Provide ongoing study status updates and responds to questions from PI, Administrator, department stakeholders, Sponsor and Compliance throughout the conduct of the study.
9.Maintains study flow by communicating promptly with study participants and coordinating with study team members as directed.
10.Participate in auditing and monitoring visits. Gather and communicate unanticipated problems (protocol deviations, adverse events, and serious adverse events).
11.Work with PI(s), sponsor, compliance, clinical staff and/or manager to identify and improve routine processes as it relates to the conduct of the research study.
12.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 / Remote

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Rev Cycle & Pt Flow IT Servs

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 - $51.57 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:

Join our team as an Epic Application Analyst – Professional Billing (PB) and play a critical role in supporting and optimizing key Revenue Cycle operations. In this position, you will design, build, and enhance Epic Professional Billing (PB / Resolute PB) applications that drive accurate charge capture, claims processing, reimbursement, and denial reduction.

As an Epic PB Analyst, you will collaborate with clinical, operational, and technical stakeholders to analyze workflows, gather requirements, and deliver Epic build, configuration, and system enhancements. You’ll support both day-to-day production support, issue resolution, and system optimization, as well as strategic initiatives aimed at improving financial performance and operational efficiency.

This role is ideal for an experienced Epic professional with Epic certification(s) and hands-on experience in Professional Billing workflows, revenue cycle processes, and healthcare financial systems. You’ll leverage your expertise in Epic build, testing, upgrades, and end-user support while working in a collaborative, fast-paced healthcare environment.

If you’re passionate about improving Epic PB systems, driving revenue cycle performance, and delivering high-quality solutions that impact patient care and financial outcomes, we encourage you to apply. The selected candidate exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Plans, designs, implements, maintain, and provide ongoing optimization and support for Epic clinical applications.
• Performs workflow assessments, capture business needs, and analyze internal systems to determine functional requirements for optimal utilization of Epic applications.
• Works within cross-functional team and with end-users to achieve application integration to meet clinical needs.
• Performs builds, upgrades, and system enhancements as needed.
• Supports applications throughout all phases of implementation.
• Delivers post-implementation training, support, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Configures vendor applications and products.
• Maintains system documentation and develops system specifications and procedures.
• Defines and documents user requirements.
• Applies project planning and project management methodologies.
• Coordinates and leads short duration projects; monitoring project process, progress and results.
• Develops test plans, prepares test data and performs system testing.
• Provides on-site user support during implementations.
• Takes on-call for system application support at scheduled times.
• Audits data entered by end users.
• Troubleshoots and tracks issues and problems.
• Applies systems development methodology to solve problems.
• Handles multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3 years of Epic application experience.
• An Associate degree and five (5) years of epic application experience will be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor’s.
• Epic certification(s).
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize system tools to meet functionality needs of users including proficiency with information systems technology such as Microsoft Office Products.
• Experienced planning and organizing day-to-day activities, effectively managing more than one task, and meeting established deadlines.
• Experienced in leading projects, providing expert consultative guidance and direction on change initiatives, effectively dedicating time across more than one project, and meeting established deadlines.
• Experience leading meetings between business stakeholders, technical resources, and third parties for business requirements and technical solutions.
• Experienced working with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team, and interacting with all levels of the organization.
• Detail oriented, strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with technical and clinical audiences.
• Ability to troubleshoot, research, and solve technically challenging problems involving integrated systems.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Experience working in a hospital or other health care organization.
• Current Epic Professional Billing certification.

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: Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences

Work Type: Full Time

Supportive Oncology Clinical Psychologist – Clinical Faculty

Rush University Medical 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, invites applications for the position of Clinical Psychologist, with RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center at Rush University Medical Center.

Rush University System for Health and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have partnered to create RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center. The partnership represents advanced clinical and operational integration in the delivery of cancer care, providing Rush patients with greater access to cancer treatments and research considered among the best in the world.

About Supportive Oncology:

•  Core program within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, fully integrated into the Rush University Cancer Center
• Multidisciplinary services to enhance health and well-being for cancer patients and their loved ones across the entire care continuum
• Integral part of Comprehensive Care Beyond Cancer, including Supportive Oncology, High Risk, Survivorship, and Medical Subspecialties
• Current offerings include:

• Committed to innovative, collaborative, and compassionate care that:

       o Decreases distress and improves quality of life using tailored, evidence-informed practices

       o Reduces symptom burden from cancer or its treatment

       o Connects patients to needed support through program growth and strong community partnerships

• Strong culture of diversity, inclusion, and advancing equity in healthcare

Position Highlights:

• Core member of Cancer Center multidisciplinary teams
• Provide psychological evaluation and intervention for patients and families in inpatient and ambulatory care settings
• Direct support to medical teams in inpatient and ambulatory cancer care settings
• Ample opportunities for:

Ideal Candidate:

• Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program
• Eligible for Illinois psychology license
• Strong clinical skills in psycho-oncology or health psychology with medical populations (e. g. , cardiology, transplant, oncology preferred)
• High potential for and interest in conducting research
• Passion for compassionate, patient-centered care in a collaborative academic medical setting

We welcome applications from candidates committed to excellence in clinical care, program innovation, and advancing psychosocial support for people affected by cancer.

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 50 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: $115,233 - $172,012

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 / Remote

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: RUSH Digital Transformation

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: $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:

Join Rush as a Sr. Data Developer and play a pivotal role in advancing data-driven decision-making across a growing portfolio of digital transformation initiatives. In this high-impact role, you will partner with stakeholders across the organization to design and deliver sophisticated dashboards, reports, and analytics that directly influence clinical, operational, and financial outcomes.

As part of the Knowledge Management team within Digital Transformation, you’ll work at the intersection of business and technology—translating complex data into meaningful insights that support over 20 strategic initiatives and a multi-million-dollar portfolio. Your work will help drive measurable outcomes, including supporting initiatives projected to deliver significant ROI over the next several years.

This is an opportunity for a technically strong and analytically minded professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. You’ll leverage tools like Power BI, SQL Server, and Azure to build scalable reporting solutions, while also engaging directly with stakeholders to gather requirements, define metrics, and ensure data quality and accuracy.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in data analysis and reporting, a strong foundation in SQL and data warehousing, and a passion for transforming complex data into clear, actionable insights. If you’re excited by the opportunity to influence enterprise-level decisions and contribute to meaningful innovation in healthcare, we encourage you to apply. The position is expected to exemplify Rush’s mission, vision, and values, and to operate in full alignment with Rush policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Gather business & data requirements from stakeholders.
• Conducts data analysis in support of a variety of analytic solutions.
• Captures, develops, and documents data definitions, business rules, and data quality requirements.
• Create and produce forecasts, reports, ad hoc requests, dashboards, etc.
• Interprets data, analyzes results, and provides insights to determine operational impact, trends, and opportunities.
• Develop reports and deliverables for management and communicate with all levels of stakeholders.
• Identifies and defines both process and data improvements.
• Ensures compliance with deliverable reporting requirements by performing quality data audits and analysis.
• Produces reports and analytics that facilitate evidence-based clinical, financial, and operational decisions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in information science, computer science or related field.
• At least Five (5) years of data analysis, query design, and reporting experience.
• Experience with reporting solutions using Power BI, MS SQL Server, Azure, Advanced Analytics
• Experience with reports, dashboards, scorecards using Power BI and MDX in a data warehousing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in requirements gathering and using relational databases.
• Ability to perform detailed data analysis (i.e. determine the structure, content, and quality of the data through examination of source systems and data samples).
• Good visual aesthetic sense relative to report development and presentation to the user.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, facilitation, and customer facing skills
• Must have a strong customer service orientation and excellent organizational skills.
• Experience developing sophisticated reports against complex data sets.
• Ability to read other’s SQL queries and make changes/updates as necessary
• Experience with diagnosing and resolving errors in complex reports.
• Strong analytical, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills
• Experience in data ingestion, quality cleanup, and multi source data integration to support analytics and reporting.
• Familiarity with emerging healthcare delivery models and key performance indicators related to subscriptions, application usage, and system throughput.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one (1) year of reporting experience utilizing Epic Clarity and Caboodle applications.

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 Supply Chain RUMC Staff

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: $21.25 - $27.75 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:

Join a fast-paced, high-impact team supporting surgical services at the front lines of patient care. As an Advanced OR Materials Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the right supplies are available at the right time for procedures across assigned Operating Room service lines. From managing high-value implants and consignment inventory to maintaining accurate stock levels in systems like Q-Sight and Par Excellence, your work directly supports surgical efficiency, patient safety, and clinical outcomes.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of day-to-day inventory management, including forecasting supply needs, replenishing surgical areas such as Endoscopy and OR suites, and ensuring the integrity of inventory through audits, cycle counts, and reporting. You’ll collaborate closely with clinical teams, vendors, and supply chain partners to resolve backorders, maintain par levels, and proactively address supply challenges in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment.

This is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented, proactive professional with experience in perioperative supply chain operations, inventory management systems, and surgical environments. You’ll also serve as a key resource within the team, providing guidance and support while helping drive process improvements and operational excellence.

If you thrive in a hands-on role where organization, responsiveness, and accuracy make a direct impact on patient care, we encourage you to apply and be part of a mission-driven healthcare team.

Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities:

• Distributes surgical supplies to designated locations, inclusive of Q-Sight cabinets, Par Excellence locations, support rooms, sterile areas, and all appropriate areas within the Operating Room.
• Conducts inventory of Q-Sight & Par Excellence areas (including cycle count audits, monitoring expiring/at-risk inventory, and working through outstanding orders – providing substitute options when necessary). Restocks and returns unused product to assigned locations.
• Accountable for Q-Sight implant ordering, surgical device ordering and generating Q-Sight inventory management reports (implant/consignment serial number tracking, transactional data).
• Maintains audit schedule and reconfigures any assigned locations (par level adjustments and removals/additions of product)
• Consignment Replenishment
• Receives, unpacks, and delivers supplies ordered from vendors. Reviews and verifies accuracy of shipments by counting and comparing packing lists with all receiving/delivery tickets for accuracy of receipt.
• Performs basic contract administration by following up on back-ordered supplies with surgical buyers and notification to appropriate service.
• Assists management personnel in the maintenance of predetermined par levels of supplies. Interacts with clinical staff and maintains environmental cleanliness and order in specific work areas.
• Participates in quality improvement processes and ensures that order placement and delivery dates meet clinical needs.
• Performs fiscal year end physical inventories. Assists in overseeing all the activities to assure the availability of necessary perioperative supplies as needed.
• Provides guidance and backup for personnel in the OR Supply Chain department
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Required Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma /GED
• Intermediate knowledge of computer applications and software programs, including MS-Office (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel), Internet Applications, ERP systems, Surgical Information System (SIS) and advanced understanding of inventory management systems (Q-Sight, ParEx).
• Knowledge of inventory control processes with Intermediate understanding of clinical terms and procedures.
• Ability to multitask under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Must be flexible with schedule and provide coverage when needed, including after hours and weekends when necessary
• Superior organizational & communicative skills with high attention to detail.
• Advanced knowledge in all phases of Perioperative/Interventional Supply Chain.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Previous experience with Lawson (ERP system), Q-Sight or other inventory management solution preferred.
• Two years minimum of surgical Healthcare Supply Chain experience preferred.

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 Primary Care

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:30:00 AM - 6:00:00 AM)

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

Pay Range: $18.87 - $29.73 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

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

Other information:
High School Diploma required.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in patient care or related setting such as clinic, ambulatory care center, medical call center, or physician office strongly preferred.
Bilingual skills a plus.
Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA) preferred.
Skills:Excellent communication and outstanding customer service and listening skills required. Critical thinking, sound judgment and strong problem-solving skills essential. Must be team-oriented, open minded, flexible, and willing to learn. Strong attention to detail and accuracy required. Need the ability to type 40 WPM and process basic Microsoft Office, Outlook and Word experience.
Abilities:Ability to prioritize and function effectively, efficiently and accurately in a multi-tasking, complex, fast paced and challenging call center environment. Ability to act responsibly and quickly with sound judgement when problem solving. Ability to utilize Epic Cadence efficiently. Employees hired into this role must successfully pass the Epic scheduling test. Ability to listen to patients and process needs while simultaneously documenting in Epic.
Disclaimer:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
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Responsibilities:
1.Answers all telephone calls within your work assignment as designated by your leadership with the goals of accurately scheduling patients as determined by departmental and Epic guidelines.
2.Evaluates non-scheduling related patient inquiries including clinical related calls; routes and escalates all inquiries following departmental and epic clinical guidelines inclusive of warm transfers to RN triage and/or to clinics.
3.Assesses the caller’s need and responds with critical judgment and ensures the appropriate resolution for the inquiry or issue. Understands when to escalate calls to nurse, and/or RUSH Access Center leadership.
4.Responsible for leveraging Salesforce and Genesys platforms to optimize patient interactions and workflow efficiency. Ensures accurate documentation, routing, and resolution of patient inquiries through integrated systems.
5.Proactively monitor areas of concern or uncertainty relating to the practices and suggest possible resolutions around access Epic build issues.
6.Exhibits strong understanding of specialized RUSH Access Center processes including but not limited to questionnaires, subgroups, auto search, pre-registration, message templates, radiology workflows, and referral capture and insurance plan networks.
7.Adheres to service specialized workflows for multiple specialty departments. Follows protocols built in Epic and documented practices scheduling requirements.
8.Responsible for accurately documenting appointment information and notifying the patient of information critical to their visit.
9.Drives and supports the RUSH revenue cycle by minimizing potential financial risk of patient accounts through patient insurance registration activities. This includes but is not limited to discussing the patient’s financial responsibility for their upcoming visit, outstanding balances, and referral requirements based on Rush contracts.
10.Effectively completes point of service collections over the phone using secure payment processing systems via multiple payment options, such as credit/debit cards and/or payment plans.
11.Maintains a high level of understanding and acts as a patient resource for physician and ancillary service offerings, navigating the Rush campus, payment categories, and the billing procedures of Rush University.
12.Exhibits sensitivity to patient health information and protects confidentiality. Always maintains privacy for patient and employee information.
13.Enhances the reputation of the RUSH Access Center by fostering ownership and personal responsibility for exceeding patient service expectations through accountability for actions and decisions setting a positive example to peers, coworkers, departments and patients.
14.Promotes a positive and productive environment, supporting teamwork and communication.
15.Works cooperatively in a team environment and supports a flexible structure to ensure the success of the RUSH Access Center.
16.Utilizes customer service skills to exceed the patient’s needs.
17.Performs other duties as assigned.

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