Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Occupational Therapy- Acute
Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE. 10)
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: $48 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:
Responsible for all aspects of occupational therapy service delivery including evaluation, intervention planning, implementation, and reviewing outcome evaluation. The Occupational Therapist (OT) is an active participant in the interdisciplinary team. The OT meets the requirements of all internal and external regulatory bodies. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Initial Certification by NBCOT as an OTR
•Meets all state regulatory requirements
•Graduate of an accredited ACOTE OT Program.
•Basic computer skills.
Physical Demands:
•Must be able to lift, carry, and move items up to 20 pounds.
•Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and push while assisting with patient care.
Responsibilities:
1. Directs the evaluation process including determining the need for services, defining problems within the domain of OT, determine goals, and establishes treatment priorities.
2. Interprets the information provided by the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) and integrates the information into the evaluation as appropriate.
3. Develops the intervention plan in collaboration with all team members.
4. Implements the intervention plan.
5. Determines the need to modify, continue or discontinue services.
6. Selects implements and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with competency levels and client goals and their social-cultural context.
7. Delegates responsibilities to COTA within guidelines of RUMC.
8. Maintains departmental productivity standards.
9. Demonstrates ability to safely lift and/or move therapy equipment.
10. Demonstrates ability to maintain patient safety.
11. Demonstrates the ICARE values with patients, colleagues, and interdisciplinary team members.
12. Adheres to policies and procedures.
13. Maintains accurate and timely patient documentation.
14. Participates in continuous quality improvement processes and program evaluation.
15. Supervises OT practicum, level I and level II OT students and other students as directed.
16. Provides proof of completed documents related to health and education requirements.
17. Identifies and pursues own professional growth and development.
18. Functions according to the AOTA Code of Ethics and standards of the profession.
19. Supports the practice of practitioner-teacher-investigator model by teaching and following evidenced based practice.
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: Liver Transplantation
Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0. 5)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $50/hour Flat Rate
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 Transplant Coordinator RN 2 is responsible for coordination of the evaluation and preparation of patients for organ transplantation and long-term management of patients after transplant. The Transplant Coordinator is responsible for coordinating care across multiple areas in order to provide continuity of patient care across settings. This position is also responsible for performing initial assessment of transplant evaluated patients and providing follow-up post-transplant care, which could be performed in hospital or outpatient clinics. The individual who holds this position 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 required.
•Current BLS/CPR certification required.
•Two years of nursing experience required.
•Earned Nursing Degree at the Baccalaureate level or higher for those hired after January 1, 2014. All transfers to Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to the transfer.
•Analytical ability.
•Ability to use discretion in decision-making within department policies and principles.
•Ability to prioritize clinical issues and case manage a large number of patients in various stages of the transplant process.
•Ability to demonstrate competence and management in the care of people with renal and hepatic failure, diabetes, cardiopulmonary issues, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and other disorders related to transplantation.
•Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
•Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
•Ability to participate in an on-call rotation.
•The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports.
•The ability to apply knowledge of the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS)/Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN), the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Condition of Participation (CoP) for Transplant Programs, and the Joint Commission governing organ donation and transplantation in the US is required to ensure hospital and transplant program adherence to all regulations.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•National certification preferred.
•Two years of medical/surgical experience preferred.
•One year of organ failure/transplant experience preferred.
•Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse preferred.
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/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
•Ensures the potential transplant recipient has met the solid organ transplant criteria.
•Conducts pre-transplant interviews with prospective transplant patients and families. Interprets eligibility criteria for patients, families, physicians, and outside agencies.
•Prepares and analyzes pre-transplant clinical data and collaborates with other medical personnel in preparation of patients and families for transplantation; obtain medical and social histories.
•Works cooperatively with social work, psychiatry, and patient financial liaisons to assess patient’s psychosocial candidacy including financial concerns.
•Informs patients of the rules and regulation of transplant allocation developed by United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS).
•Composes written transplant summaries, clinic visit and summaries and letters.
•Autonomously presents the patients' candidacy to the multi-disciplinary team, prepares the patients information for candidacy to medical and surgical team discussion and conscientious for listing patient on the national organ transplant waitlist to receive organ offers.
•Performs on call responsibilities for those patients’ awaiting transplantation.
•Arranges for and communicates about patient admission and history to appropriate team members.
•Shares on-call and weekend responsibilities as assigned, in order to assure Transplant Coordinator coverage after hours and on weekends.
•Reviews and interprets the organ match run to identify the appropriate Rush transplant candidates.
•Presents critical aspects of the organ offers to the Transplant Surgeon focusing on donor history, hospital course, medications and major treatment interventions, laboratory review including serology, and blood type. Requires clarifying communication between the offering Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) and the OPTN to obtain complete clinical, psychosocial, infectious disease, laboratory, and logistical information on the organ donor and specific organ offer. Provides advanced patient selection assistance to the transplant surgeon and assists in reviewing, screening, selecting, and recommending transplant candidates based on organ specific criteria.
•Coordinates the transplant event process which includes patient hospital admission set up, clinical team notification to include surgery, OR, ER, AICU Team, security, etc. Coordinates start times of organ recovery and organ transplant. Coordinates the recovery of the organ to include transportation logistics (ground and air), timing, and retrieval.
•Conducts post-discharge planning and education for transplant patients.
•Compiles and reviews post-discharge data for clinical management of transplant patients.
•Provides telephone consultation and follow-up to support patients and their families.
•Maintains patient status in EMR and UNOS based on guidelines established by UNOS and CMS.
•Assesses, plans, and evaluates interventions for patients in the clinic or remotely.
•Collaborates in the development of protocols and guidelines for patient management.
•Develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive patient education programs.
•Participates in the development and execution of quality assurance programs and projects.
•Ensures that the Rush Transplant Program remains in compliance with the National Organ Procurement and Transplant Network (OPTN), established by the Federal Government.
•May serve as a peer-to-peer coach for onboarding new team members and transplant coordinators.
•Supports planning of and participates in clinical research projects.
•Forms the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) independently and with high level of expertise within the limits of licensure and scope of practice for patients with various states of end stage organ disease and transplantation.
•Provides population management for case load of 100-200 patients.
•Follows Rush University Medical Center and Solid Organ Transplant Program policies, procedures, techniques, and guidelines.
•Creates and maintains appropriate documentation for transplant candidacy and post-transplant follow-up care in accordance with CMS and UNOS requirements, in required timelines.
•Provides required education across the continuum of the transplant process appropriate to the phase of care to transplant candidates, families, and significant others in accordance with CMS and UNOS requirements.
•Reports listing of patients on the waitlist, changes of patient status, time of transplant and follow-up via TIEDI in required timeframes.
•Ensures completion of all transplant evaluation requirements (diagnostic, laboratory and consultative) to be presented at weekly Selection Conferences.
•Prepares, presents, and effectively communicates patient evaluation findings to a multidisciplinary team of physicians, surgeons, and ancillary services at weekly Selection Meetings to determine transplant candidacy in accordance with the Solid Organ Transplant Program policies and procedures.
•Participates in survey-readiness and understands and complies with regulatory requirements of planning, regulatory, inspecting agencies, and solid organ transplant policies (Medicare Conditions of Participation; Department of Health Services; Joint Commission; United Network for Organ Sharing).
•Completion of TIEDI form to meet CMS requirements of greater than or equal to 95% completion within specified time frame across the continuum of care.
•Demonstrates ability to dialogue with surveyors effectively. Actively participates in CMS Transplant focused and UNOS surveys, during interviews and patient tracer audits providing evidence to show regulatory requirements are being meet.
•Other duties as assigned.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Oak Park, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Oak Park
Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital
Department: Laboratory
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 1. 0)
Shift: Rotating
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (4:00 AM - 10:30 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $16.48 - $25.96 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The phlebotomist obtains blood specimens from patients by the procedure of venipuncture. The phlebotomist is responsible for collecting specimens for routine, times and Stat collections. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School graduate
• 0-2 years’ experience in a Hospital Laboratory
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• National Phlebotomy or equivalent certification
Physical Demands:
• Able to work in past pace, often stressful, computerized environment.
• Able to lift 15 lbs. and perform repetitive motions.
• Works in laboratory with exposure to potentially infectious materials.
Competencies:
• Knowledge of the venipuncture procedure; good interpersonal and communication skills
Responsibilities:
• Collects all blood specimens in a timely manner. Labeling all tubes correctly.
• Collects specimens from the Nursing Unit collection bins.
• Performs HIS and LIS registration and order entry correctly. Double checks orders in computer vs. requisition to avoid mistakes and order omissions.
• Keeps work area, phlebotomy cart, and personal appearance, neat, clean and organized.
• Stocks supplies at the appropriate level. Replenishes supplies at the end of the shift.
• Participates willingly when asked to participate in special projects or events, for example health screenings.
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: Patient Registration
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 2
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (3:00:00 PM - 11:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $20.19 - $31.80 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may very depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Admissions Registration Specialist Lead is responsible for reviewing patient registration for all types of admissions and elective procedures and specimens to ensure patient and guarantor demographic and insurance information is complete and current with each patient visit. The Admissions Registration Specialist Lead is proficient in working in a multitude of WQs outside their assigned ones. Responsible for the orientation to standard works of principle responsibilities of any new staff. The Admissions Specialist Lead is responsible for assisting management with the daily operational duties and reports. The Admissions Registration Specialist Lead will perform all functions in a courteous and respectful manner, advocating for the patient’s best interest and wellbeing. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•High school graduate or equivalent.
•1-2 years of relevant experience
•Experience within a hospital or clinic environment, a health insurance company, managed care organization or other health care financial service setting, performing medical claims processing, financial counseling, financial clearance, accounting, or customer service.
•Must have a basic understanding of the core Microsoft suite offerings (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
•Excellent communication and outstanding customer service and listing skills.
•Basic keyboarding skills
•Ability to analyze and interpret data
•Critical thinking, sound judgment and strong problem-solving skills essential
•Team oriented, open minded, flexible, and willing to learn
•Strong attention to detail and accuracy required
•Ability to prioritize and function effectively, efficiently, and accurately in a multi-tasking complex, fast paced and challenging department.
•Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures
•Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks
•Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency
•Ability to maintain confidentiality
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Associates Degree in Accounting or Business Administration
•Knowledge of insurance and governmental programs, regulations, and billing processes e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security Disability, Champus, Supplemental Security Income Disability, etc., managed care contracts and coordination of benefits is highly desired.
•Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology is preferable.
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:
With a high degree of accuracy collects, verifies and enters into Epic the patient's demographic, employer, financial, emergency contact, insurance, subscriber and case-specific information, such as referring physician and diagnosis.
2.Consistently has patient sign and scan all necessary documents for completion of the admission process; consent, ID, insurance card, MIMS, OBS, COB, etc.
3.Consistently and accurately obtains and interpret the patient's insurance benefits and possess the ability to communicate this information accurately to the patient and co-workers.
4.Has the ability to determine the patient's financial obligation and communicate this information accurately and with respect to the patient.
5.Performs registration functions consistent with Federal, State and Local regulatory agencies and payer requirements, and organizational policies and procedures, including HIPAA privacy and security Regulations, as well as JACHO.
6. Understands and is able to communicate coverage-related concepts to the patients, i.e. pre-certification and out-of-network.
7. Proficient in navigating their own EPIC WQs, as well as assisting in other team members WQs in order to maximize department’s ability to move performance of registration duties.
8.Ability to function as a preceptor for new hire orientation by assisting the supervisors in monitoring the new hire’s ability to perform the SOW of their job. Acts as a resource to new staff by answering questions, assistance of daily job functions and corrections of errors.
9.Upon decision of patient’s admission, has the knowledge and skill to perform the admission notification (NOA) process which is a required communication with the patient’s payer to ensure that the payment for patient’s inpatient stay is secured.
7.Appropriately informs the patients of hospital policies that govern the revenue cycle. Minimizes the potential financial risk of patients accounts by discussing with the patient and/or guarantor their financial responsibility for upcoming visits/procedures, past due balances and referral requirements. Offers options and negotiates acceptable resolution of estimated patient balance.
8.Receives and properly responds to, or directs telephone inquiries from patients, payers, physicians and their staff, internal department and other persons and entities.
9..Ability to exercise good customer service skills when communicating with both our patients as well as our internal customers. Able to find resolution within the phone interaction satisfactory to the caller and/or having the knowledge when to escalate to their supervisor.
10.Interacts and collaborates with numerous departments to resolve issues while also analyzing necessary information that will ensure hospital reimbursement.
11.Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Rush University Medical Center’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior. Guards to assure that HIPAA confidential medical information is protected
12.Attends regular EPIC training sessions or other sessions conducted for the benefit of associates involved in the Admitting functions.
13.Other duties as needed and assigned by the supervisor/manager.
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: 1700 W Van Buren St; 5th Floor, Chicago, Illinois 60612
Business Unit: Rush University Internists
Department: Adult Medicine - Primary Care
Work Type: Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1. 0 FTE)
Work Schedule: Must be able to work an 8-hour shift between 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM - Monday to Friday
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $31.14 - $53.94 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 Ambulatory RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The Ambulatory RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills and utilizes evidence based interventions. The Ambulatory RN 2 continues to collaborate with other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Current license and credentials by the state they are assigned.
• At least one year of nursing experience required.
• Earned Nursing Degree at the Baccalaureate level or higher for those hired after January 1, 2014.
• All transfers to Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to the transfer.
• 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, Failure to do so will result in termination. ADN RNS are not eligible for leveling to RN3.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Analytical ability.
• Communication skills in order to lead and teach.
• Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
• The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports.
- A specialty certification may be required for certain departments within 12 months of hire.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• National Certification.
Physical Demands:
• Ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
• Ability to 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/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Responsibilities:
1.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 patient experience and outcomes.
2.Implements a plan of care that incorporates the unique characteristics of patients, families, groups and communities. (Cultural, spiritual, intellectual, age educational and psychosocial).
3.Maintains positive, professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team through effective communication, mutual support and respect. Collaborates and communicates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families.
4.Utilizes resources to effectively resolve conflict and improve team relationships in support of a healthy work environment.
5.Coordinates care using the nursing process, multidisciplinary collaboration and coordination of all appropriate health services and community resources across the care continuum.
6.Utilizes evidence-based ambulatory care nursing interventions during clinical visits, telephone encounters, and electronic communications according to state regulations, regulatory agency standards and organizational policies and procedures.
7.Communicates current evidence-based strategies, standards of care and protocols with peers.
8.Participates in and contributes to system and clinic based quality initiatives, research, development of care protocols and evidence based activities that improve patient care and outcomes.
9.Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications, the use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care and in the performance of patient procedures.
10.Applies the teaching- learning process to meet the learning and self-management needs of patients and families.
11.Assesses patient safety needs and implements appropriate strategies to minimize risk during clinical visits, telephone encounters and electronic communications.
12.Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively to optimize patient outcomes.
13.Recognizes patterns and problems in a specific patient population that require evaluation.
14.Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
15.Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families throughout the care continuum. Critically analyzes patient cases and effectively adapts the plan of care.
16.Establish regular communication patterns that facilitate the transition of care for patients and families across settings.
17.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
18.Considers factors related to resources utilization when delivering care to patients and families.
19.Supports clinic goals and change initiatives and participates in nursing shared governance.
20.Collaborates with other clinic personnel to ensure task completion to consistently optimize patient outcomes.
21.Provides education to staff and/or students in the clinic.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: RML Specimen Acquisition
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (1:00:00 AM - 11:59:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $16.75 - $21.07 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 Phlebotomist obtains blood specimens from patients by the invasive procedure of venipuncture. Once proficient in adult and geriatric venipuncture and with additional training, the phlebotomist performs skin puncture on neonates, skin puncture or venipuncture on children and adolescents. The phlebotomist is a liaison between the physician and Rush Medical Laboratories. The phlebotomist (Laboratory Liaison Technician) is responsible for collecting specimens for routine, timed and STAT collections. The phlebotomist interacts and communicates with physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel and other members of the health care team. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School graduate.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• National Phlebotomy Association or equivalent certification.
• Two years of phlebotomy experience in a hospital setting.
Physical Demands:
• Works throughout the Medical Center's patient care areas and laboratories.
• Frequent exposure to potentially infectious diseases and body fluids.
• Work requires bending, standing and walking for the majority of the workday.
Responsibilities:
•Suggests and develops new ideas and approaches in the workplace. Exhibits adaptability and willingness to change.
•Creates constructive relationships to achieve mutually positive clinical, or service outcomes with peers, management, customers, and other RUMC departments.
•Responds promptly to pages.
•Volunteers to help others complete work when time permits.
•Reports back to the laboratory for further assignment when assigned work is complete.
•Verifies patient identification according to Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) all of the time. Identifies and labels specimens according to SOP all of the time.
•Collects specimens according to laboratory requirements. Acquires specimens using proper phlebotomy technique.8. Has a positive effect on others including the ability to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships. Inspires good will, cooperation, trust, and mutual respect among a wide range of people.
•Acts as a resource person to others for technical questions.
•Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the technical tasks (for example, obtaining timed collections when due, using appropriate site for specimen collection, understands order of draw for specimen collections, and proper scheduling/ordering of various specimen collections).
•Attends and documents the division's required hours of continuing education.
•Helps train students and new employees. Completes training checklists within established deadlines.
•Organization and Prioritization of Work15. Collects timed specimens within 30 minutes of scheduled time. Sends specimens via pneumatic tube to laboratory within 45 minutes of collection for routine collections; within 10 minutes for timed collections. Checks soiled utility rooms for specimens at the end of each sweep.
•Keeps work area, phlebotomy cart, and personal appearance, neat, clean, and organized.
•Stocks supplies at the appropriate level and does not overstock supplies. Replenishes supplies at the end of the shift.
•Notifies appropriate personnel (supervisor, physician, and nurse) of problems or unusual situations encountered, for example, missed collections and patient unavailability, promptly. Attempts to resolve problems thoroughly before reporting to a supervisor.
•Performs LIS order entry correctly. Double checks orders in computer versus requisition to avoid mistakes and order omissions.
•Performs specimen accessioning and specimen processing. Advises physicians and nurses on how to order and schedule specimen collections in Clinical Provider Order Entry (CPOE).
•Documents on the clipboard (NCC) and collection set labels for missed or delayed draws with rare exception.
•Collections, Cancels and reschedules laboratory orders via communication with ordering physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse. Cancels and documents the same in LIS. Clears collection pending report at the end of shift.
•Participates willingly when asked to participate in special projects or events, for example health screenings and medical student phlebotomy training classes. Gathers data or examples of orders or specimen collections for recurrent problems, for example order modification process for CPOE/EPIC orders.
•Acts as "tech-in- charge for specified periods of time. Oversee operations according to departmental guidelines. Understands when to defer issues to appropriate personnel, for example a supervisor or director, and does so.
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, IL
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Pulmonary & Critical Care
Work Type: Full Time
Rush University Medical Center and the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine is currently recruiting for a Lead Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join the Adult ICU. This provider will join a team of both physicians and eight critical care APPs on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule that provides 24/7 care to critically ill medical patients at the Rush main campus. This opportunity will require an anticipated 13 shifts per month. APPs will work autonomously and in collaboration with Rush pulmonary/critical care attending physicians and fellows and will be required to perform a number of procedures including central and arterial line placements, paracentesis and temporary hemodialysis catheter placements, among other duties.
The Adult Intensive Care Unit (AICU) Lead Advanced Practice Provider will have 8. 0 FTE APP direct reports to staff the Intensive Care unit seven (7) days per week and work alongside 17 FTE pulmonary/critical care attending physicians and fellows.
In addition to clinical responsibilities, the Lead APP will be responsible for:
· Coordinating the schedule of all full-time APPs
· Performance reviews of direct reports
· Lead the orientation and mentorship of new APPs to the ICU
· Conduct recruitment when needed for the ICU APP team
· Collaborate with unit leadership including nursing leadership and MICU/AICU medical director
Preferred Qualifications:
· Applicants with 2 years of previous Advanced Practice Provider experience with complex medical conditions is required. Advanced Practice Provider experience in the ICU is strongly preferred.
· APRN Candidates will require Acute Care Certification
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a licensed physician assistant (PA) or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who functions as a member of the health care team to provide high quality, comprehensive acute and/or routine medical/surgical care of Rush patients within the scope of practice granted in accordance with the Rush University Medical Center medical staff bylaws. The APP will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards.
Rush has over 400 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. With a Director of Advanced Practice and 34 Lead APPs across the system, Rush’s vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day.
Rush University System for Health is an academic health system whose mission is to improve the health of the individuals and the diverse communities it serves through the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships. The Rush system includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital, as well as numerous outpatient care facilities. Rush University, with more than 2,500 students, is a health sciences university that comprises Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, and the College of Health Sciences.
Rush 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 Lead Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will oversee Advanced Practice Providers as they provide all aspects of care in the Inpatient/Intensive Care Unit setting.
Position Requirements:
Nurse Practitioner:
Physician Assistant:
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: $130,840 - $184,000
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: RML Specimen Acquisition
Work Type: Part Time (Total FTE between 0. 5 and 0. 89)
Shift: Shift 2
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (1:00:00 PM - 9:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $16.75 - $22.50 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 Phlebotomist obtains blood specimens from patients by the invasive procedure of venipuncture. Once proficient in adult and geriatric venipuncture and with additional training, the phlebotomist performs skin puncture on neonates, skin puncture or venipuncture on children and adolescents. The phlebotomist is a liaison between the physician and Rush Medical Laboratories. The phlebotomist (Laboratory Liaison Technician) is responsible for collecting specimens for routine, timed and STAT collections. The phlebotomist interacts and communicates with physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel and other members of the health care team. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School graduate.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• National Phlebotomy Association or equivalent certification.
• Two years of phlebotomy experience in a hospital setting.
Physical Demands:
• Works throughout the Medical Center's patient care areas and laboratories.
• Frequent exposure to potentially infectious diseases and body fluids.
• Work requires bending, standing and walking for the majority of the workday.
Responsibilities:
•Suggests and develops new ideas and approaches in the workplace. Exhibits adaptability and willingness to change.
•Creates constructive relationships to achieve mutually positive clinical, or service outcomes with peers, management, customers, and other RUMC departments.
•Responds promptly to pages.
•Volunteers to help others complete work when time permits.
•Reports back to the laboratory for further assignment when assigned work is complete.
•Verifies patient identification according to Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) all of the time. Identifies and labels specimens according to SOP all of the time.
•Collects specimens according to laboratory requirements. Acquires specimens using proper phlebotomy technique.8. Has a positive effect on others including the ability to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships. Inspires good will, cooperation, trust, and mutual respect among a wide range of people.
•Acts as a resource person to others for technical questions.
•Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the technical tasks (for example, obtaining timed collections when due, using appropriate site for specimen collection, understands order of draw for specimen collections, and proper scheduling/ordering of various specimen collections).
•Attends and documents the division's required hours of continuing education.
•Helps train students and new employees. Completes training checklists within established deadlines.
•Organization and Prioritization of Work15. Collects timed specimens within 30 minutes of scheduled time. Sends specimens via pneumatic tube to laboratory within 45 minutes of collection for routine collections; within 10 minutes for timed collections. Checks soiled utility rooms for specimens at the end of each sweep.
•Keeps work area, phlebotomy cart, and personal appearance, neat, clean, and organized.
•Stocks supplies at the appropriate level and does not overstock supplies. Replenishes supplies at the end of the shift.
•Notifies appropriate personnel (supervisor, physician, and nurse) of problems or unusual situations encountered, for example, missed collections and patient unavailability, promptly. Attempts to resolve problems thoroughly before reporting to a supervisor.
•Performs LIS order entry correctly. Double checks orders in computer versus requisition to avoid mistakes and order omissions.
•Performs specimen accessioning and specimen processing. Advises physicians and nurses on how to order and schedule specimen collections in Clinical Provider Order Entry (CPOE).
•Documents on the clipboard (NCC) and collection set labels for missed or delayed draws with rare exception.
•Collections, Cancels and reschedules laboratory orders via communication with ordering physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse. Cancels and documents the same in LIS. Clears collection pending report at the end of shift.
•Participates willingly when asked to participate in special projects or events, for example health screenings and medical student phlebotomy training classes. Gathers data or examples of orders or specimen collections for recurrent problems, for example order modification process for CPOE/EPIC orders.
•Acts as "tech-in- charge for specified periods of time. Oversee operations according to departmental guidelines. Understands when to defer issues to appropriate personnel, for example a supervisor or director, and does so.
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: Operating Room
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 10 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 7:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $25.20 - $39.69 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 Surgical Technologist II assists in patient care and surgical services under the supervision of a registered nurse. The primary responsibility of this person is to carry out the function of the scrub role during surgical procedures. Exemplifies The Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Graduate of accredited ORT Program.
• One or more years of clinical experience OR current certification by the association of surgical technologist.
• Analytic ability.
• Effective written and oral communication skills utilizing repeat back strategies for patient safety and teaching.
• Must be able to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
• Flexibility with schedule to accommodate staffing needs
• Organizational skills for timely processes.
• Ability to document using electronic medical record systems, to check documents for errors and use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data
Responsibilities:
• Applies the correct principles of aseptic technique.
• Establishes and protects the integrity of the sterile field and back table at all times.
• Recognizes breaks in technique by self and others. Takes corrective action and reports events to RN in room.
• Handles/secures instruments, cords, and draping materials utilizing aseptic technique.
• Applies the correct techniques of disinfection and antisepsis.
• Prepares instrumentation and equipment for decontamination per established protocol.
• Demonstrates advanced operating room technical skills.
• Participates in routine cases with minimal direction using the guidelines of the preference cards. Demonstrates competency in scrubbing all assigned surgical procedures.
• Prioritizes scrub activities based upon the type of surgical procedure and the needs of the surgical team members.
• Active participation in time out process.
• Correctly pulls and prepares sutures/other specified supplies per Operating Room Information System preference cards.
• Updates cards as needed.
• Obtains and safely assembles necessary equipment specific to the surgical procedure, surgeon preference and individual patient needs.
• Assists in opening sterile supplies.
• Applies knowledge of anatomy and physiology to individualize set up for surgical procedures.
• Self-directed in coordinating scrub activities for complex surgical procedures.
• Cares for and handles surgical instruments/equipment according to Operating Room protocols.
• Demonstrates manual dexterity in handling instruments and equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for proper functioning of equipment and maintenance of equipment in the room as delegated by the RN.
• Identifies specialty Instruments by type, function, and name.
• Accounts for sponges, needles, instruments, and other miscellaneous counted items according to Operating Room policies and procedures.
• Notifies the surgical team of any sponge, needle, instrument or miscellaneous count that is incorrect.
• Uses repeat back communications and key words for safety concerns.
• Maintains an orderly sterile field, Mayo stand and back table throughout the surgical procedure.
• Demonstrates knowledge of progressive steps in multiple surgical procedures
• Anticipates the needs of the surgical team.
• Communicates variation in surgical procedure to RN.
• Anticipates emergent circumstances and communicates the information to the RN.
• Dons personal protective equipment according to policy and procedure.
• Disposes of biohazard waste appropriately.
• Actively participates in maintaining each patient's dignity and safety at all times.
• Works collaboratively with all members of the health care team to assure that (1) each patient's privacy is protected and (2) every patient record is considered strictly confidential.
• Assists In transferring the patient to and from the OR table to the transport cart.
• Functions In an efficient manner at all times.
• Opens and utilizes supplies and equipment judiciously
• Restocks rooms according to the established par stock lists. Updates par stock lists in conjunction with RN team members.
• Demonstrates consideration and cooperation within the operating room.
• Consistently exhibits professional interactions with managers, co-workers, physicians and all other operating room personnel.
• Demonstrates flexibility by accepting routine and non-routine assignments.
• Offers ideas for clinical/system improvements to the charge nurse or unit director.
• Participates, actively, in unit/area meetings.
• Notifies the schedule board coordinator or designee when assignments are completed and when leaving the operating room during work hours.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making at all times.
Assists nursing personnel by carrying out additional duties as delegated.
• Supports the Rush Oak Park Mission.
• Continually improves personal skills to ensure the highest quality patient care, education of patients, staff and students, research and community service.
• Treats patients, visitors, and staff in a caring manner with respect, dignity and abides by nursing shared governance code of conduct.
• Exhibits the spirit of team in working with other ROPH staff.
• Demonstrates a willingness to accept positive and negative feedback and change behavior as indicated.
• Utilizes the resources of the hospital in a responsible manner to accomplish daily work.
• Carries out the components of performance necessary for successful ROPH employees.
• Arrives on time, as scheduled and prepared to begin work.
• Attends training and educational programs identified by ROPH as necessary for this position, completed prior to the deadlines.
• Provides age appropriate care, as necessary.
• Maintains a safe and orderly work environment
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: Respiratory Therapy
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 0. 9)
Shift: Shift 2
Work Schedule: 12 Hr (6:30:00 PM - 7:00:00 AM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $34.89 - $56.78 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 simple, intermediate, and complex therapeutic and diagnostic procedures on the general care floors and special care units. Improves and maintains patient cardiopulmonary status through the application and administration of various medications, gases, devices, and procedures. They function independently in assigned areas. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush Oak Park Hospital policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and an Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• All RTs must pass departmental competencies
• Requires BLS and ACLS. PALS within 90 days of hire. NRP Preferred
• Minimum education requirement is an Associate’s degree; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Technical skills are required to adapt equipment and procedures to patient needs.
• Analytical skills are required to evaluate patients and their clinical response to therapy.
• Customer service skills are required to effectively meet the needs of patients, families, and members of the healthcare team on an almost constant basis.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• NRP
• Bachelor's Degree
Physical Demands:
• Standing, walking, pushing, and bending for 75% of the day.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds in order to handle cylinders
• A high level of patience must be exhibited as people learn at different speeds.
• Ability to be highly adaptable to respond to changing workloads and priorities.
Disclaimer:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Responsibilities:
1. Administers, monitors, and weans mechanical ventilation; makes ventilator recommendations based on clinical assessment, technical assessment, and laboratory values; manages airways.
2. Administers bronchial hygiene and treatment procedures including aerosol therapies, chest physical therapy, and therapeutic gas administration; analyzes gases where applicable; procures and delivers gases using central piping systems and gas cylinders.
3. Assesses patients clinically before and after the administration or application of any medication, procedure or device; recommends appropriate therapy including initial therapy, changes in therapy, and discontinuance of therapy.
4. Applies CPAP and BIPAP and makes recommendations based on patient compliance, response, and laboratory values.
5. Participates in CQI and QA initiatives including work audits, abstracts, research, Daily Management System (DMS) projects, committee participation, or other activities to improve the clinical and work environments.
6. Develops patient driven protocols in conjunction with department leadership. Documents work timely, completely, and accurately, including documentation in the patient medical record, documentation in the department records, and patient billing.
7. Assesses patient oxygenation, ventilation, and hemodynamic status through clinical observation, patient assessment, physiologic monitoring including oximetry, capnography, ventilator waveform analysis, and cardiac output, ECG, and laboratory values; provides respiratory care interventions within the scope of the Rapid Response Team, performs CPR.
8. Performs bedside spirometry including spontaneous breathing parameters, PEFR, and other limited pulmonary function; identifies normal values for patients.
9. Provides patient/family education.
10. Performs ECGs and arterial puncture.
11. Participates in on-going maintenance of the blood gas equipment, QC, calibration and proficiency testing.
12. Performs bronchoscopy assist.
13. Provides clinical supervision of respiratory care students on rotation.
14. Demonstrate initiative in optimizing patient care by participating in physician rounds and documenting assessment findings and therapy changes
15. Demonstrate professionalism by belonging to the AARC/ISRC and/or pursuing education to advance ones skills
16. 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: 2455 Corporate West Drive, Suite 201, Lisle, IL 60532
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: RUMC OP Infusion Ctr Lisle HDM
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 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: $58.29 - $91.81 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 Supervisor, Pharmacy oversees, manages, and directs the pharmacy's clinical and administrative day-to-day operations including appropriate distributive and clinical pharmacy activities and related services as they pertain to providing safe and effective infusion therapies (in accordance with State, Federal, JCAHO and OSHA regulations) for the Lisle Infusion Pharmacy. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Four years of clinical practice experience.
•Active and in good standing State of Illinois licensure.
•For out of state candidates, an existing license in home state in good standing and the ability to obtain an IL state license within 30-days of job offer.
•Excellent clinical, written/verbal communication, precepting pharmacy learners, strong problem-solving skills, experience developing pharmacy services.
•Completed PharmD.
•PGY1 and PGY2 training (or equivalent training).
•Previous experience leading a multi-professional committee or workgroup.
•Board certification (specialty certification, as appropriate).
•Normal office, warehouse and clinical environments.
•This is a full time •0 FTE position, First shift, Monday through Friday. The employee must be available during the "core" work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and must work 40.0 hours each week to maintain full time status. Employees need to be able to work extended hours due to business needs.
•This position required up to 5% travel.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Knowledge of pertinent Information Technology (Epic, Beacon).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Expertise in medication therapy management, chronic disease state management, and transitions of care.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and other clinical documentation systems.
Physical Demands:
•Lifting up to 10 pounds, bending, standing, or sitting on a stool as necessary.
•Continuous standing and frequent walking.
•May be exposed to certain hazardous materials, including but not limited to blood-borne pathogens, chemotherapeutic agents, cleaning and sanitizing agents.
Responsibilities:
1. Responsible for the direct supervision of the Clinical Pharmacy Specialists and Pharmacy Technicians.
2. Participates/coordinates orientation and training of pharmacy personnel to include new protocols/products and assures continuing education requirements are maintained.
3. Guides pharmacy toward achievement of monthly, quarterly, and annual projections based on financial and management objectives.
4. Coordinates with the Manager - HDM Operations to ensure economic purchase of sufficient inventory of generic and brand name medications and supplies.
5. Leads staff meetings as needed.
6. Develops and reinforces the process for review, receipt and verification of new patient orders and documentation of the same on the required order form(s).
7. Provides consultation and acts as a leading-edge educational resource for inquiries from patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding medications and their use.
8. Develops and maintains policies and procedures, supervises, coordinates, directs and/or participates in the preparation of sterile admixtures, dispenses pharmaceuticals and related supplies and equipment in accordance with federal, state and local laws, standards of practice and JCAHO guidelines which govern the profession of pharmacy.
9. Maintains pharmacy records in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
10. Maintains clinical skills and knowledge of pharmacotherapy by reviewing the literature and attending in-services, seminars and conferences.
11. Participates in on-call rotation and physician rounds ensuring leading-edge oncology pharmacy insight and dimension are provided while acting as a bridge between the inpatient, outpatient clinic and home infusion settings.
12. Performs marketing support functions as requested.
13. Acts as chairman of CQI Committee in monitoring and evaluating on a systematic basis the logistical components of the drug use process (e.g. profiling, dispensing and administration; IV admixture preparation; and screening for dosing contraindications, drug interactions and drug allergies), drug information activities in support of therapeutic decision making (e.g. patient counseling and elements of clinical pharmacy services) and the monitoring and surveillance of drug therapy (e.g. drug usage evaluation, adverse drug reaction reporting and medication error review).
14. Actively participates in and manages all pharmacy aspects of investigational drug studies, including protocol review, writing drug monographs, and providing drug information to members of the multidisciplinary team.
15. Works in conjunction with Rush University Medical Center's Sections of Medical Oncology, Hematology, Bone Marrow Transplant, the Comprehensive Cancer Center and Pediatric Hematology and Oncology to promote existing and attract new investigational studies relevant to research objectives.
16. Actively participates in the operations process from order receipt to dispensing as dictated by production requirements. Utilizes regular interaction in the operations process to refine and/or redefine flow to maximize efficiency and quality of pharmaceutical care provided.
17. Develops and oversees the orientation/training programs for new personnel and current staff. Participates in the educational activities of Technicians and serves as a preceptor to students exposing them to all aspects of pharmacy practice
18. Participates in management and inter-departmental meetings as required.
19. Attends/participates in staff meetings as required.
20. Performs within the framework of the RUMC/HDM, L.L.C. policies and procedures.
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: Int Med Cardiology-Res Adm
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00 AM - 3:00PM)
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:
This position works under the general direction of the Office of Research Affairs' Clinical Research Administration Division, their clinical department / division, and in partnership with the Principal Investigator (PI), Co-investigator(s), other study personnel, and sponsoring agents to ensure protocols are conducted in accordance with the principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) S/he will coordinate standard clinical research studies conducted by PI(s) which may include grant-funded, industry sponsored, and investigator-initiated clinical research studies. S/he will perform a variety of routine duties involving the collection, compilation, and documentation of clinical research data. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of clinical research experience OR 5 years of clinical research experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and Good Documentation Practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current NIH and/or FDA regulations and guidelines related to clinical research.
• Ability to meet deadlines and help coordinate multiple aspects of the ongoing project.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Detail oriented with high attention to accuracy.
• Ability to build rapport, navigates sensitive topics, and maintains confidentiality with a diverse pool of research participants and vendors.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate within multi-disciplinary team settings.
• Availability to work evenings, overnight and weekends if called for under the study protocols.
• Travel may be required.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Sciences or health-related discipline.
• Prior participant contact experience.
Responsibilities:
• Recruits, consents, screens, schedules, tracks and provides study updates to study participants throughout the conduct of the study.
• Collects and enters data into study case report forms and/or electronic data capture system and respond to queries in a timely manner.
• May submit or coordinate the submission of study related documents, study protocols and study protocol amendments to the IRB per policy and procedure
• 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.
• May collect, process and ship potentially biohazardous specimens.
• Administers structured tests and questionnaires according to research study protocols. May utilize study-related technology and equipment as part of assessment procedures.
• Provide ongoing study status updates and responds to questions from PI, Administrator, Office of Research Affairs, Sponsor and Compliance throughout the conduct of the study
• Organize and participate in auditing and monitoring visits
• Gather and communicate unanticipated problems (protocol deviations, adverse events, and serious adverse events).
• 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
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: Occupational Therapy- Acute
Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE. 10)
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: $48 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:
Responsible for all aspects of occupational therapy service delivery including evaluation, intervention planning, implementation, and reviewing outcome evaluation. The Occupational Therapist (OT) is an active participant in the interdisciplinary team. The OT meets the requirements of all internal and external regulatory bodies. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Initial Certification by NBCOT as an OTR
•Meets all state regulatory requirements
•Graduate of an accredited ACOTE OT Program.
•Basic computer skills.
Physical Demands:
•Must be able to lift, carry, and move items up to 20 pounds.
•Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and push while assisting with patient care.
Responsibilities:
1. Directs the evaluation process including determining the need for services, defining problems within the domain of OT, determine goals, and establishes treatment priorities.
2. Interprets the information provided by the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) and integrates the information into the evaluation as appropriate.
3. Develops the intervention plan in collaboration with all team members.
4. Implements the intervention plan.
5. Determines the need to modify, continue or discontinue services.
6. Selects implements and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with competency levels and client goals and their social-cultural context.
7. Delegates responsibilities to COTA within guidelines of RUMC.
8. Maintains departmental productivity standards.
9. Demonstrates ability to safely lift and/or move therapy equipment.
10. Demonstrates ability to maintain patient safety.
11. Demonstrates the ICARE values with patients, colleagues, and interdisciplinary team members.
12. Adheres to policies and procedures.
13. Maintains accurate and timely patient documentation.
14. Participates in continuous quality improvement processes and program evaluation.
15. Supervises OT practicum, level I and level II OT students and other students as directed.
16. Provides proof of completed documents related to health and education requirements.
17. Identifies and pursues own professional growth and development.
18. Functions according to the AOTA Code of Ethics and standards of the profession.
19. Supports the practice of practitioner-teacher-investigator model by teaching and following evidenced based practice.
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: Liver Transplantation
Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0. 5)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $50/hour Flat Rate
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 Transplant Coordinator RN 2 is responsible for coordination of the evaluation and preparation of patients for organ transplantation and long-term management of patients after transplant. The Transplant Coordinator is responsible for coordinating care across multiple areas in order to provide continuity of patient care across settings. This position is also responsible for performing initial assessment of transplant evaluated patients and providing follow-up post-transplant care, which could be performed in hospital or outpatient clinics. The individual who holds this position 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 required.
•Current BLS/CPR certification required.
•Two years of nursing experience required.
•Earned Nursing Degree at the Baccalaureate level or higher for those hired after January 1, 2014. All transfers to Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to the transfer.
•Analytical ability.
•Ability to use discretion in decision-making within department policies and principles.
•Ability to prioritize clinical issues and case manage a large number of patients in various stages of the transplant process.
•Ability to demonstrate competence and management in the care of people with renal and hepatic failure, diabetes, cardiopulmonary issues, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and other disorders related to transplantation.
•Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
•Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
•Ability to participate in an on-call rotation.
•The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports.
•The ability to apply knowledge of the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS)/Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN), the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Condition of Participation (CoP) for Transplant Programs, and the Joint Commission governing organ donation and transplantation in the US is required to ensure hospital and transplant program adherence to all regulations.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•National certification preferred.
•Two years of medical/surgical experience preferred.
•One year of organ failure/transplant experience preferred.
•Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse preferred.
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/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
•Ensures the potential transplant recipient has met the solid organ transplant criteria.
•Conducts pre-transplant interviews with prospective transplant patients and families. Interprets eligibility criteria for patients, families, physicians, and outside agencies.
•Prepares and analyzes pre-transplant clinical data and collaborates with other medical personnel in preparation of patients and families for transplantation; obtain medical and social histories.
•Works cooperatively with social work, psychiatry, and patient financial liaisons to assess patient’s psychosocial candidacy including financial concerns.
•Informs patients of the rules and regulation of transplant allocation developed by United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS).
•Composes written transplant summaries, clinic visit and summaries and letters.
•Autonomously presents the patients' candidacy to the multi-disciplinary team, prepares the patients information for candidacy to medical and surgical team discussion and conscientious for listing patient on the national organ transplant waitlist to receive organ offers.
•Performs on call responsibilities for those patients’ awaiting transplantation.
•Arranges for and communicates about patient admission and history to appropriate team members.
•Shares on-call and weekend responsibilities as assigned, in order to assure Transplant Coordinator coverage after hours and on weekends.
•Reviews and interprets the organ match run to identify the appropriate Rush transplant candidates.
•Presents critical aspects of the organ offers to the Transplant Surgeon focusing on donor history, hospital course, medications and major treatment interventions, laboratory review including serology, and blood type. Requires clarifying communication between the offering Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) and the OPTN to obtain complete clinical, psychosocial, infectious disease, laboratory, and logistical information on the organ donor and specific organ offer. Provides advanced patient selection assistance to the transplant surgeon and assists in reviewing, screening, selecting, and recommending transplant candidates based on organ specific criteria.
•Coordinates the transplant event process which includes patient hospital admission set up, clinical team notification to include surgery, OR, ER, AICU Team, security, etc. Coordinates start times of organ recovery and organ transplant. Coordinates the recovery of the organ to include transportation logistics (ground and air), timing, and retrieval.
•Conducts post-discharge planning and education for transplant patients.
•Compiles and reviews post-discharge data for clinical management of transplant patients.
•Provides telephone consultation and follow-up to support patients and their families.
•Maintains patient status in EMR and UNOS based on guidelines established by UNOS and CMS.
•Assesses, plans, and evaluates interventions for patients in the clinic or remotely.
•Collaborates in the development of protocols and guidelines for patient management.
•Develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive patient education programs.
•Participates in the development and execution of quality assurance programs and projects.
•Ensures that the Rush Transplant Program remains in compliance with the National Organ Procurement and Transplant Network (OPTN), established by the Federal Government.
•May serve as a peer-to-peer coach for onboarding new team members and transplant coordinators.
•Supports planning of and participates in clinical research projects.
•Forms the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) independently and with high level of expertise within the limits of licensure and scope of practice for patients with various states of end stage organ disease and transplantation.
•Provides population management for case load of 100-200 patients.
•Follows Rush University Medical Center and Solid Organ Transplant Program policies, procedures, techniques, and guidelines.
•Creates and maintains appropriate documentation for transplant candidacy and post-transplant follow-up care in accordance with CMS and UNOS requirements, in required timelines.
•Provides required education across the continuum of the transplant process appropriate to the phase of care to transplant candidates, families, and significant others in accordance with CMS and UNOS requirements.
•Reports listing of patients on the waitlist, changes of patient status, time of transplant and follow-up via TIEDI in required timeframes.
•Ensures completion of all transplant evaluation requirements (diagnostic, laboratory and consultative) to be presented at weekly Selection Conferences.
•Prepares, presents, and effectively communicates patient evaluation findings to a multidisciplinary team of physicians, surgeons, and ancillary services at weekly Selection Meetings to determine transplant candidacy in accordance with the Solid Organ Transplant Program policies and procedures.
•Participates in survey-readiness and understands and complies with regulatory requirements of planning, regulatory, inspecting agencies, and solid organ transplant policies (Medicare Conditions of Participation; Department of Health Services; Joint Commission; United Network for Organ Sharing).
•Completion of TIEDI form to meet CMS requirements of greater than or equal to 95% completion within specified time frame across the continuum of care.
•Demonstrates ability to dialogue with surveyors effectively. Actively participates in CMS Transplant focused and UNOS surveys, during interviews and patient tracer audits providing evidence to show regulatory requirements are being meet.
•Other duties as assigned.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Oak Park, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Oak Park
Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital
Department: Laboratory
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 1. 0)
Shift: Rotating
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (4:00 AM - 10:30 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $16.48 - $25.96 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The phlebotomist obtains blood specimens from patients by the procedure of venipuncture. The phlebotomist is responsible for collecting specimens for routine, times and Stat collections. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School graduate
• 0-2 years’ experience in a Hospital Laboratory
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• National Phlebotomy or equivalent certification
Physical Demands:
• Able to work in past pace, often stressful, computerized environment.
• Able to lift 15 lbs. and perform repetitive motions.
• Works in laboratory with exposure to potentially infectious materials.
Competencies:
• Knowledge of the venipuncture procedure; good interpersonal and communication skills
Responsibilities:
• Collects all blood specimens in a timely manner. Labeling all tubes correctly.
• Collects specimens from the Nursing Unit collection bins.
• Performs HIS and LIS registration and order entry correctly. Double checks orders in computer vs. requisition to avoid mistakes and order omissions.
• Keeps work area, phlebotomy cart, and personal appearance, neat, clean and organized.
• Stocks supplies at the appropriate level. Replenishes supplies at the end of the shift.
• Participates willingly when asked to participate in special projects or events, for example health screenings.
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: Patient Registration
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 2
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (3:00:00 PM - 11:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $20.19 - $31.80 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may very depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Admissions Registration Specialist Lead is responsible for reviewing patient registration for all types of admissions and elective procedures and specimens to ensure patient and guarantor demographic and insurance information is complete and current with each patient visit. The Admissions Registration Specialist Lead is proficient in working in a multitude of WQs outside their assigned ones. Responsible for the orientation to standard works of principle responsibilities of any new staff. The Admissions Specialist Lead is responsible for assisting management with the daily operational duties and reports. The Admissions Registration Specialist Lead will perform all functions in a courteous and respectful manner, advocating for the patient’s best interest and wellbeing. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•High school graduate or equivalent.
•1-2 years of relevant experience
•Experience within a hospital or clinic environment, a health insurance company, managed care organization or other health care financial service setting, performing medical claims processing, financial counseling, financial clearance, accounting, or customer service.
•Must have a basic understanding of the core Microsoft suite offerings (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
•Excellent communication and outstanding customer service and listing skills.
•Basic keyboarding skills
•Ability to analyze and interpret data
•Critical thinking, sound judgment and strong problem-solving skills essential
•Team oriented, open minded, flexible, and willing to learn
•Strong attention to detail and accuracy required
•Ability to prioritize and function effectively, efficiently, and accurately in a multi-tasking complex, fast paced and challenging department.
•Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures
•Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks
•Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency
•Ability to maintain confidentiality
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Associates Degree in Accounting or Business Administration
•Knowledge of insurance and governmental programs, regulations, and billing processes e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security Disability, Champus, Supplemental Security Income Disability, etc., managed care contracts and coordination of benefits is highly desired.
•Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology is preferable.
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:
With a high degree of accuracy collects, verifies and enters into Epic the patient's demographic, employer, financial, emergency contact, insurance, subscriber and case-specific information, such as referring physician and diagnosis.
2.Consistently has patient sign and scan all necessary documents for completion of the admission process; consent, ID, insurance card, MIMS, OBS, COB, etc.
3.Consistently and accurately obtains and interpret the patient's insurance benefits and possess the ability to communicate this information accurately to the patient and co-workers.
4.Has the ability to determine the patient's financial obligation and communicate this information accurately and with respect to the patient.
5.Performs registration functions consistent with Federal, State and Local regulatory agencies and payer requirements, and organizational policies and procedures, including HIPAA privacy and security Regulations, as well as JACHO.
6. Understands and is able to communicate coverage-related concepts to the patients, i.e. pre-certification and out-of-network.
7. Proficient in navigating their own EPIC WQs, as well as assisting in other team members WQs in order to maximize department’s ability to move performance of registration duties.
8.Ability to function as a preceptor for new hire orientation by assisting the supervisors in monitoring the new hire’s ability to perform the SOW of their job. Acts as a resource to new staff by answering questions, assistance of daily job functions and corrections of errors.
9.Upon decision of patient’s admission, has the knowledge and skill to perform the admission notification (NOA) process which is a required communication with the patient’s payer to ensure that the payment for patient’s inpatient stay is secured.
7.Appropriately informs the patients of hospital policies that govern the revenue cycle. Minimizes the potential financial risk of patients accounts by discussing with the patient and/or guarantor their financial responsibility for upcoming visits/procedures, past due balances and referral requirements. Offers options and negotiates acceptable resolution of estimated patient balance.
8.Receives and properly responds to, or directs telephone inquiries from patients, payers, physicians and their staff, internal department and other persons and entities.
9..Ability to exercise good customer service skills when communicating with both our patients as well as our internal customers. Able to find resolution within the phone interaction satisfactory to the caller and/or having the knowledge when to escalate to their supervisor.
10.Interacts and collaborates with numerous departments to resolve issues while also analyzing necessary information that will ensure hospital reimbursement.
11.Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Rush University Medical Center’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior. Guards to assure that HIPAA confidential medical information is protected
12.Attends regular EPIC training sessions or other sessions conducted for the benefit of associates involved in the Admitting functions.
13.Other duties as needed and assigned by the supervisor/manager.
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: 1700 W Van Buren St; 5th Floor, Chicago, Illinois 60612
Business Unit: Rush University Internists
Department: Adult Medicine - Primary Care
Work Type: Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1. 0 FTE)
Work Schedule: Must be able to work an 8-hour shift between 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM - Monday to Friday
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $31.14 - $53.94 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 Ambulatory RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The Ambulatory RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills and utilizes evidence based interventions. The Ambulatory RN 2 continues to collaborate with other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Current license and credentials by the state they are assigned.
• At least one year of nursing experience required.
• Earned Nursing Degree at the Baccalaureate level or higher for those hired after January 1, 2014.
• All transfers to Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to the transfer.
• 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, Failure to do so will result in termination. ADN RNS are not eligible for leveling to RN3.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Analytical ability.
• Communication skills in order to lead and teach.
• Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
• The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports.
- A specialty certification may be required for certain departments within 12 months of hire.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• National Certification.
Physical Demands:
• Ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
• Ability to 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/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Responsibilities:
1.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 patient experience and outcomes.
2.Implements a plan of care that incorporates the unique characteristics of patients, families, groups and communities. (Cultural, spiritual, intellectual, age educational and psychosocial).
3.Maintains positive, professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team through effective communication, mutual support and respect. Collaborates and communicates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families.
4.Utilizes resources to effectively resolve conflict and improve team relationships in support of a healthy work environment.
5.Coordinates care using the nursing process, multidisciplinary collaboration and coordination of all appropriate health services and community resources across the care continuum.
6.Utilizes evidence-based ambulatory care nursing interventions during clinical visits, telephone encounters, and electronic communications according to state regulations, regulatory agency standards and organizational policies and procedures.
7.Communicates current evidence-based strategies, standards of care and protocols with peers.
8.Participates in and contributes to system and clinic based quality initiatives, research, development of care protocols and evidence based activities that improve patient care and outcomes.
9.Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications, the use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care and in the performance of patient procedures.
10.Applies the teaching- learning process to meet the learning and self-management needs of patients and families.
11.Assesses patient safety needs and implements appropriate strategies to minimize risk during clinical visits, telephone encounters and electronic communications.
12.Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively to optimize patient outcomes.
13.Recognizes patterns and problems in a specific patient population that require evaluation.
14.Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
15.Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families throughout the care continuum. Critically analyzes patient cases and effectively adapts the plan of care.
16.Establish regular communication patterns that facilitate the transition of care for patients and families across settings.
17.Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
18.Considers factors related to resources utilization when delivering care to patients and families.
19.Supports clinic goals and change initiatives and participates in nursing shared governance.
20.Collaborates with other clinic personnel to ensure task completion to consistently optimize patient outcomes.
21.Provides education to staff and/or students in the clinic.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: RML Specimen Acquisition
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (1:00:00 AM - 11:59:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $16.75 - $21.07 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 Phlebotomist obtains blood specimens from patients by the invasive procedure of venipuncture. Once proficient in adult and geriatric venipuncture and with additional training, the phlebotomist performs skin puncture on neonates, skin puncture or venipuncture on children and adolescents. The phlebotomist is a liaison between the physician and Rush Medical Laboratories. The phlebotomist (Laboratory Liaison Technician) is responsible for collecting specimens for routine, timed and STAT collections. The phlebotomist interacts and communicates with physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel and other members of the health care team. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School graduate.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• National Phlebotomy Association or equivalent certification.
• Two years of phlebotomy experience in a hospital setting.
Physical Demands:
• Works throughout the Medical Center's patient care areas and laboratories.
• Frequent exposure to potentially infectious diseases and body fluids.
• Work requires bending, standing and walking for the majority of the workday.
Responsibilities:
•Suggests and develops new ideas and approaches in the workplace. Exhibits adaptability and willingness to change.
•Creates constructive relationships to achieve mutually positive clinical, or service outcomes with peers, management, customers, and other RUMC departments.
•Responds promptly to pages.
•Volunteers to help others complete work when time permits.
•Reports back to the laboratory for further assignment when assigned work is complete.
•Verifies patient identification according to Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) all of the time. Identifies and labels specimens according to SOP all of the time.
•Collects specimens according to laboratory requirements. Acquires specimens using proper phlebotomy technique.8. Has a positive effect on others including the ability to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships. Inspires good will, cooperation, trust, and mutual respect among a wide range of people.
•Acts as a resource person to others for technical questions.
•Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the technical tasks (for example, obtaining timed collections when due, using appropriate site for specimen collection, understands order of draw for specimen collections, and proper scheduling/ordering of various specimen collections).
•Attends and documents the division's required hours of continuing education.
•Helps train students and new employees. Completes training checklists within established deadlines.
•Organization and Prioritization of Work15. Collects timed specimens within 30 minutes of scheduled time. Sends specimens via pneumatic tube to laboratory within 45 minutes of collection for routine collections; within 10 minutes for timed collections. Checks soiled utility rooms for specimens at the end of each sweep.
•Keeps work area, phlebotomy cart, and personal appearance, neat, clean, and organized.
•Stocks supplies at the appropriate level and does not overstock supplies. Replenishes supplies at the end of the shift.
•Notifies appropriate personnel (supervisor, physician, and nurse) of problems or unusual situations encountered, for example, missed collections and patient unavailability, promptly. Attempts to resolve problems thoroughly before reporting to a supervisor.
•Performs LIS order entry correctly. Double checks orders in computer versus requisition to avoid mistakes and order omissions.
•Performs specimen accessioning and specimen processing. Advises physicians and nurses on how to order and schedule specimen collections in Clinical Provider Order Entry (CPOE).
•Documents on the clipboard (NCC) and collection set labels for missed or delayed draws with rare exception.
•Collections, Cancels and reschedules laboratory orders via communication with ordering physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse. Cancels and documents the same in LIS. Clears collection pending report at the end of shift.
•Participates willingly when asked to participate in special projects or events, for example health screenings and medical student phlebotomy training classes. Gathers data or examples of orders or specimen collections for recurrent problems, for example order modification process for CPOE/EPIC orders.
•Acts as "tech-in- charge for specified periods of time. Oversee operations according to departmental guidelines. Understands when to defer issues to appropriate personnel, for example a supervisor or director, and does so.
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, IL
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Pulmonary & Critical Care
Work Type: Full Time
Rush University Medical Center and the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine is currently recruiting for a Lead Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join the Adult ICU. This provider will join a team of both physicians and eight critical care APPs on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule that provides 24/7 care to critically ill medical patients at the Rush main campus. This opportunity will require an anticipated 13 shifts per month. APPs will work autonomously and in collaboration with Rush pulmonary/critical care attending physicians and fellows and will be required to perform a number of procedures including central and arterial line placements, paracentesis and temporary hemodialysis catheter placements, among other duties.
The Adult Intensive Care Unit (AICU) Lead Advanced Practice Provider will have 8. 0 FTE APP direct reports to staff the Intensive Care unit seven (7) days per week and work alongside 17 FTE pulmonary/critical care attending physicians and fellows.
In addition to clinical responsibilities, the Lead APP will be responsible for:
· Coordinating the schedule of all full-time APPs
· Performance reviews of direct reports
· Lead the orientation and mentorship of new APPs to the ICU
· Conduct recruitment when needed for the ICU APP team
· Collaborate with unit leadership including nursing leadership and MICU/AICU medical director
Preferred Qualifications:
· Applicants with 2 years of previous Advanced Practice Provider experience with complex medical conditions is required. Advanced Practice Provider experience in the ICU is strongly preferred.
· APRN Candidates will require Acute Care Certification
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a licensed physician assistant (PA) or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who functions as a member of the health care team to provide high quality, comprehensive acute and/or routine medical/surgical care of Rush patients within the scope of practice granted in accordance with the Rush University Medical Center medical staff bylaws. The APP will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards.
Rush has over 400 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. With a Director of Advanced Practice and 34 Lead APPs across the system, Rush’s vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day.
Rush University System for Health is an academic health system whose mission is to improve the health of the individuals and the diverse communities it serves through the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships. The Rush system includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital, as well as numerous outpatient care facilities. Rush University, with more than 2,500 students, is a health sciences university that comprises Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, and the College of Health Sciences.
Rush 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 Lead Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will oversee Advanced Practice Providers as they provide all aspects of care in the Inpatient/Intensive Care Unit setting.
Position Requirements:
Nurse Practitioner:
Physician Assistant:
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: $130,840 - $184,000
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: RML Specimen Acquisition
Work Type: Part Time (Total FTE between 0. 5 and 0. 89)
Shift: Shift 2
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (1:00:00 PM - 9:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $16.75 - $22.50 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 Phlebotomist obtains blood specimens from patients by the invasive procedure of venipuncture. Once proficient in adult and geriatric venipuncture and with additional training, the phlebotomist performs skin puncture on neonates, skin puncture or venipuncture on children and adolescents. The phlebotomist is a liaison between the physician and Rush Medical Laboratories. The phlebotomist (Laboratory Liaison Technician) is responsible for collecting specimens for routine, timed and STAT collections. The phlebotomist interacts and communicates with physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel and other members of the health care team. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School graduate.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• National Phlebotomy Association or equivalent certification.
• Two years of phlebotomy experience in a hospital setting.
Physical Demands:
• Works throughout the Medical Center's patient care areas and laboratories.
• Frequent exposure to potentially infectious diseases and body fluids.
• Work requires bending, standing and walking for the majority of the workday.
Responsibilities:
•Suggests and develops new ideas and approaches in the workplace. Exhibits adaptability and willingness to change.
•Creates constructive relationships to achieve mutually positive clinical, or service outcomes with peers, management, customers, and other RUMC departments.
•Responds promptly to pages.
•Volunteers to help others complete work when time permits.
•Reports back to the laboratory for further assignment when assigned work is complete.
•Verifies patient identification according to Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) all of the time. Identifies and labels specimens according to SOP all of the time.
•Collects specimens according to laboratory requirements. Acquires specimens using proper phlebotomy technique.8. Has a positive effect on others including the ability to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships. Inspires good will, cooperation, trust, and mutual respect among a wide range of people.
•Acts as a resource person to others for technical questions.
•Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the technical tasks (for example, obtaining timed collections when due, using appropriate site for specimen collection, understands order of draw for specimen collections, and proper scheduling/ordering of various specimen collections).
•Attends and documents the division's required hours of continuing education.
•Helps train students and new employees. Completes training checklists within established deadlines.
•Organization and Prioritization of Work15. Collects timed specimens within 30 minutes of scheduled time. Sends specimens via pneumatic tube to laboratory within 45 minutes of collection for routine collections; within 10 minutes for timed collections. Checks soiled utility rooms for specimens at the end of each sweep.
•Keeps work area, phlebotomy cart, and personal appearance, neat, clean, and organized.
•Stocks supplies at the appropriate level and does not overstock supplies. Replenishes supplies at the end of the shift.
•Notifies appropriate personnel (supervisor, physician, and nurse) of problems or unusual situations encountered, for example, missed collections and patient unavailability, promptly. Attempts to resolve problems thoroughly before reporting to a supervisor.
•Performs LIS order entry correctly. Double checks orders in computer versus requisition to avoid mistakes and order omissions.
•Performs specimen accessioning and specimen processing. Advises physicians and nurses on how to order and schedule specimen collections in Clinical Provider Order Entry (CPOE).
•Documents on the clipboard (NCC) and collection set labels for missed or delayed draws with rare exception.
•Collections, Cancels and reschedules laboratory orders via communication with ordering physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse. Cancels and documents the same in LIS. Clears collection pending report at the end of shift.
•Participates willingly when asked to participate in special projects or events, for example health screenings and medical student phlebotomy training classes. Gathers data or examples of orders or specimen collections for recurrent problems, for example order modification process for CPOE/EPIC orders.
•Acts as "tech-in- charge for specified periods of time. Oversee operations according to departmental guidelines. Understands when to defer issues to appropriate personnel, for example a supervisor or director, and does so.
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: Operating Room
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 10 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 7:00:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $25.20 - $39.69 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 Surgical Technologist II assists in patient care and surgical services under the supervision of a registered nurse. The primary responsibility of this person is to carry out the function of the scrub role during surgical procedures. Exemplifies The Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Graduate of accredited ORT Program.
• One or more years of clinical experience OR current certification by the association of surgical technologist.
• Analytic ability.
• Effective written and oral communication skills utilizing repeat back strategies for patient safety and teaching.
• Must be able to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
• Flexibility with schedule to accommodate staffing needs
• Organizational skills for timely processes.
• Ability to document using electronic medical record systems, to check documents for errors and use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data
Responsibilities:
• Applies the correct principles of aseptic technique.
• Establishes and protects the integrity of the sterile field and back table at all times.
• Recognizes breaks in technique by self and others. Takes corrective action and reports events to RN in room.
• Handles/secures instruments, cords, and draping materials utilizing aseptic technique.
• Applies the correct techniques of disinfection and antisepsis.
• Prepares instrumentation and equipment for decontamination per established protocol.
• Demonstrates advanced operating room technical skills.
• Participates in routine cases with minimal direction using the guidelines of the preference cards. Demonstrates competency in scrubbing all assigned surgical procedures.
• Prioritizes scrub activities based upon the type of surgical procedure and the needs of the surgical team members.
• Active participation in time out process.
• Correctly pulls and prepares sutures/other specified supplies per Operating Room Information System preference cards.
• Updates cards as needed.
• Obtains and safely assembles necessary equipment specific to the surgical procedure, surgeon preference and individual patient needs.
• Assists in opening sterile supplies.
• Applies knowledge of anatomy and physiology to individualize set up for surgical procedures.
• Self-directed in coordinating scrub activities for complex surgical procedures.
• Cares for and handles surgical instruments/equipment according to Operating Room protocols.
• Demonstrates manual dexterity in handling instruments and equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for proper functioning of equipment and maintenance of equipment in the room as delegated by the RN.
• Identifies specialty Instruments by type, function, and name.
• Accounts for sponges, needles, instruments, and other miscellaneous counted items according to Operating Room policies and procedures.
• Notifies the surgical team of any sponge, needle, instrument or miscellaneous count that is incorrect.
• Uses repeat back communications and key words for safety concerns.
• Maintains an orderly sterile field, Mayo stand and back table throughout the surgical procedure.
• Demonstrates knowledge of progressive steps in multiple surgical procedures
• Anticipates the needs of the surgical team.
• Communicates variation in surgical procedure to RN.
• Anticipates emergent circumstances and communicates the information to the RN.
• Dons personal protective equipment according to policy and procedure.
• Disposes of biohazard waste appropriately.
• Actively participates in maintaining each patient's dignity and safety at all times.
• Works collaboratively with all members of the health care team to assure that (1) each patient's privacy is protected and (2) every patient record is considered strictly confidential.
• Assists In transferring the patient to and from the OR table to the transport cart.
• Functions In an efficient manner at all times.
• Opens and utilizes supplies and equipment judiciously
• Restocks rooms according to the established par stock lists. Updates par stock lists in conjunction with RN team members.
• Demonstrates consideration and cooperation within the operating room.
• Consistently exhibits professional interactions with managers, co-workers, physicians and all other operating room personnel.
• Demonstrates flexibility by accepting routine and non-routine assignments.
• Offers ideas for clinical/system improvements to the charge nurse or unit director.
• Participates, actively, in unit/area meetings.
• Notifies the schedule board coordinator or designee when assignments are completed and when leaving the operating room during work hours.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making at all times.
Assists nursing personnel by carrying out additional duties as delegated.
• Supports the Rush Oak Park Mission.
• Continually improves personal skills to ensure the highest quality patient care, education of patients, staff and students, research and community service.
• Treats patients, visitors, and staff in a caring manner with respect, dignity and abides by nursing shared governance code of conduct.
• Exhibits the spirit of team in working with other ROPH staff.
• Demonstrates a willingness to accept positive and negative feedback and change behavior as indicated.
• Utilizes the resources of the hospital in a responsible manner to accomplish daily work.
• Carries out the components of performance necessary for successful ROPH employees.
• Arrives on time, as scheduled and prepared to begin work.
• Attends training and educational programs identified by ROPH as necessary for this position, completed prior to the deadlines.
• Provides age appropriate care, as necessary.
• Maintains a safe and orderly work environment
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: Respiratory Therapy
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 0. 9)
Shift: Shift 2
Work Schedule: 12 Hr (6:30:00 PM - 7:00:00 AM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $34.89 - $56.78 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 simple, intermediate, and complex therapeutic and diagnostic procedures on the general care floors and special care units. Improves and maintains patient cardiopulmonary status through the application and administration of various medications, gases, devices, and procedures. They function independently in assigned areas. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush Oak Park Hospital policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and an Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• All RTs must pass departmental competencies
• Requires BLS and ACLS. PALS within 90 days of hire. NRP Preferred
• Minimum education requirement is an Associate’s degree; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Technical skills are required to adapt equipment and procedures to patient needs.
• Analytical skills are required to evaluate patients and their clinical response to therapy.
• Customer service skills are required to effectively meet the needs of patients, families, and members of the healthcare team on an almost constant basis.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• NRP
• Bachelor's Degree
Physical Demands:
• Standing, walking, pushing, and bending for 75% of the day.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds in order to handle cylinders
• A high level of patience must be exhibited as people learn at different speeds.
• Ability to be highly adaptable to respond to changing workloads and priorities.
Disclaimer:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Responsibilities:
1. Administers, monitors, and weans mechanical ventilation; makes ventilator recommendations based on clinical assessment, technical assessment, and laboratory values; manages airways.
2. Administers bronchial hygiene and treatment procedures including aerosol therapies, chest physical therapy, and therapeutic gas administration; analyzes gases where applicable; procures and delivers gases using central piping systems and gas cylinders.
3. Assesses patients clinically before and after the administration or application of any medication, procedure or device; recommends appropriate therapy including initial therapy, changes in therapy, and discontinuance of therapy.
4. Applies CPAP and BIPAP and makes recommendations based on patient compliance, response, and laboratory values.
5. Participates in CQI and QA initiatives including work audits, abstracts, research, Daily Management System (DMS) projects, committee participation, or other activities to improve the clinical and work environments.
6. Develops patient driven protocols in conjunction with department leadership. Documents work timely, completely, and accurately, including documentation in the patient medical record, documentation in the department records, and patient billing.
7. Assesses patient oxygenation, ventilation, and hemodynamic status through clinical observation, patient assessment, physiologic monitoring including oximetry, capnography, ventilator waveform analysis, and cardiac output, ECG, and laboratory values; provides respiratory care interventions within the scope of the Rapid Response Team, performs CPR.
8. Performs bedside spirometry including spontaneous breathing parameters, PEFR, and other limited pulmonary function; identifies normal values for patients.
9. Provides patient/family education.
10. Performs ECGs and arterial puncture.
11. Participates in on-going maintenance of the blood gas equipment, QC, calibration and proficiency testing.
12. Performs bronchoscopy assist.
13. Provides clinical supervision of respiratory care students on rotation.
14. Demonstrate initiative in optimizing patient care by participating in physician rounds and documenting assessment findings and therapy changes
15. Demonstrate professionalism by belonging to the AARC/ISRC and/or pursuing education to advance ones skills
16. 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: 2455 Corporate West Drive, Suite 201, Lisle, IL 60532
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: RUMC OP Infusion Ctr Lisle HDM
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 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: $58.29 - $91.81 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 Supervisor, Pharmacy oversees, manages, and directs the pharmacy's clinical and administrative day-to-day operations including appropriate distributive and clinical pharmacy activities and related services as they pertain to providing safe and effective infusion therapies (in accordance with State, Federal, JCAHO and OSHA regulations) for the Lisle Infusion Pharmacy. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Four years of clinical practice experience.
•Active and in good standing State of Illinois licensure.
•For out of state candidates, an existing license in home state in good standing and the ability to obtain an IL state license within 30-days of job offer.
•Excellent clinical, written/verbal communication, precepting pharmacy learners, strong problem-solving skills, experience developing pharmacy services.
•Completed PharmD.
•PGY1 and PGY2 training (or equivalent training).
•Previous experience leading a multi-professional committee or workgroup.
•Board certification (specialty certification, as appropriate).
•Normal office, warehouse and clinical environments.
•This is a full time •0 FTE position, First shift, Monday through Friday. The employee must be available during the "core" work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and must work 40.0 hours each week to maintain full time status. Employees need to be able to work extended hours due to business needs.
•This position required up to 5% travel.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Knowledge of pertinent Information Technology (Epic, Beacon).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Expertise in medication therapy management, chronic disease state management, and transitions of care.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and other clinical documentation systems.
Physical Demands:
•Lifting up to 10 pounds, bending, standing, or sitting on a stool as necessary.
•Continuous standing and frequent walking.
•May be exposed to certain hazardous materials, including but not limited to blood-borne pathogens, chemotherapeutic agents, cleaning and sanitizing agents.
Responsibilities:
1. Responsible for the direct supervision of the Clinical Pharmacy Specialists and Pharmacy Technicians.
2. Participates/coordinates orientation and training of pharmacy personnel to include new protocols/products and assures continuing education requirements are maintained.
3. Guides pharmacy toward achievement of monthly, quarterly, and annual projections based on financial and management objectives.
4. Coordinates with the Manager - HDM Operations to ensure economic purchase of sufficient inventory of generic and brand name medications and supplies.
5. Leads staff meetings as needed.
6. Develops and reinforces the process for review, receipt and verification of new patient orders and documentation of the same on the required order form(s).
7. Provides consultation and acts as a leading-edge educational resource for inquiries from patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding medications and their use.
8. Develops and maintains policies and procedures, supervises, coordinates, directs and/or participates in the preparation of sterile admixtures, dispenses pharmaceuticals and related supplies and equipment in accordance with federal, state and local laws, standards of practice and JCAHO guidelines which govern the profession of pharmacy.
9. Maintains pharmacy records in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
10. Maintains clinical skills and knowledge of pharmacotherapy by reviewing the literature and attending in-services, seminars and conferences.
11. Participates in on-call rotation and physician rounds ensuring leading-edge oncology pharmacy insight and dimension are provided while acting as a bridge between the inpatient, outpatient clinic and home infusion settings.
12. Performs marketing support functions as requested.
13. Acts as chairman of CQI Committee in monitoring and evaluating on a systematic basis the logistical components of the drug use process (e.g. profiling, dispensing and administration; IV admixture preparation; and screening for dosing contraindications, drug interactions and drug allergies), drug information activities in support of therapeutic decision making (e.g. patient counseling and elements of clinical pharmacy services) and the monitoring and surveillance of drug therapy (e.g. drug usage evaluation, adverse drug reaction reporting and medication error review).
14. Actively participates in and manages all pharmacy aspects of investigational drug studies, including protocol review, writing drug monographs, and providing drug information to members of the multidisciplinary team.
15. Works in conjunction with Rush University Medical Center's Sections of Medical Oncology, Hematology, Bone Marrow Transplant, the Comprehensive Cancer Center and Pediatric Hematology and Oncology to promote existing and attract new investigational studies relevant to research objectives.
16. Actively participates in the operations process from order receipt to dispensing as dictated by production requirements. Utilizes regular interaction in the operations process to refine and/or redefine flow to maximize efficiency and quality of pharmaceutical care provided.
17. Develops and oversees the orientation/training programs for new personnel and current staff. Participates in the educational activities of Technicians and serves as a preceptor to students exposing them to all aspects of pharmacy practice
18. Participates in management and inter-departmental meetings as required.
19. Attends/participates in staff meetings as required.
20. Performs within the framework of the RUMC/HDM, L.L.C. policies and procedures.
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: Int Med Cardiology-Res Adm
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00 AM - 3:00PM)
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:
This position works under the general direction of the Office of Research Affairs' Clinical Research Administration Division, their clinical department / division, and in partnership with the Principal Investigator (PI), Co-investigator(s), other study personnel, and sponsoring agents to ensure protocols are conducted in accordance with the principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) S/he will coordinate standard clinical research studies conducted by PI(s) which may include grant-funded, industry sponsored, and investigator-initiated clinical research studies. S/he will perform a variety of routine duties involving the collection, compilation, and documentation of clinical research data. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of clinical research experience OR 5 years of clinical research experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and Good Documentation Practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current NIH and/or FDA regulations and guidelines related to clinical research.
• Ability to meet deadlines and help coordinate multiple aspects of the ongoing project.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Detail oriented with high attention to accuracy.
• Ability to build rapport, navigates sensitive topics, and maintains confidentiality with a diverse pool of research participants and vendors.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate within multi-disciplinary team settings.
• Availability to work evenings, overnight and weekends if called for under the study protocols.
• Travel may be required.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Sciences or health-related discipline.
• Prior participant contact experience.
Responsibilities:
• Recruits, consents, screens, schedules, tracks and provides study updates to study participants throughout the conduct of the study.
• Collects and enters data into study case report forms and/or electronic data capture system and respond to queries in a timely manner.
• May submit or coordinate the submission of study related documents, study protocols and study protocol amendments to the IRB per policy and procedure
• 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.
• May collect, process and ship potentially biohazardous specimens.
• Administers structured tests and questionnaires according to research study protocols. May utilize study-related technology and equipment as part of assessment procedures.
• Provide ongoing study status updates and responds to questions from PI, Administrator, Office of Research Affairs, Sponsor and Compliance throughout the conduct of the study
• Organize and participate in auditing and monitoring visits
• Gather and communicate unanticipated problems (protocol deviations, adverse events, and serious adverse events).
• 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
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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