Location: Northbrook, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Group

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: RNBC - Office

Work Type: Full Time 

Clinical Faculty - Child & Adolescent Psychologist 

Rush University Medical Center

 Northbrook, IL 

Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications for the position of Child & Adolescent Psychologist.  

Department Summary & Job Highlights 

The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at Rush is dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate, and evidence-based mental health and neurodevelopmental care. Driven by a mission to serve a diverse patient population, our team utilizes a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to diagnostic assessment and treatment planning.  

Due to exciting clinical growth, we are seeking a dedicated Child & Adolescent Psychologist to join our team at our Northbrook clinical location. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, a deep drive to serve patients, and exceptional organization and time management skills. This role requires a broad skill set in neurodevelopmental disorders, excellent behavioral management of children, and a comprehensive knowledge of both neuropsychology and general psychology to help families navigate complex developmental paths.

Position Details

 •You will join a collaborative group of clinical psychologists. 

•This is a 100% outpatient-based role.

 •Fully based at our outpatient location in Northbrook, IL.

 •Work closely with specialized behavioral health staff, pediatrics, neurology, and developmental medicine divisions across the Rush System. 

•Engage with a vibrant academic community that includes an established didactic training program, internal fellowship programs, and ongoing research initiatives 

Duties & Responsibilities 

•Full-time, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. No inpatient rounding or call responsibilities.

 •Primarily serving children and young adults presenting with a broad range of neurodevelopmental conditions, with occasional adult assessments as needed. 

•Full time clinical role, spanning a balanced mix of clinical intakes, specialized testing blocks, and family feedback sessions.

 •Participation in teaching as part of the department's didactic program is available and encouraged, though not strictly required. 

•Opportunities are available to engage in research projects, though independent research or external funding is not a mandatory requirement for this clinical line. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pay Range: $114,000 - $147,000

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. 

Director of the Heart Center for Women

Rush Heart & Vascular

Chicago, IL

Rush Heart & Vascular, part of the Rush University System for Health, is seeking a Director of the Heart Center for Women to join our nationally recognized cardiovascular team in downtown Chicago. This position includes an academic appointment within the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiology. The role is ideal for a physician specializing in General/Non-Invasive Cardiology with a passion for advancing women’s cardiovascular health within a premier academic health system.

Position Highlights:

• Lead the continued growth and strategic vision of the Rush Heart Center for Women, across the Rush University System for Health, one of the first dedicated women’s heart programs in Chicago.

• Join Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges.

• Collaborate within a comprehensive and highly integrated cardiovascular program offering the full spectrum of advanced cardiac therapies, multidisciplinary specialty clinics, and innovative care models.

• Work alongside a collaborative team of experts across cardiology, cardiac surgery, electrophysiology, advanced cardiac imaging, heart failure, preventive cardiology, and cardiovascular research.

• Provide leadership in the advancement of women’s cardiovascular health, including prevention, diagnosis, treatment, education, and research initiatives focused on sex-specific cardiovascular disease.

• Support the continued expansion of programs addressing the unique cardiovascular needs of women, including cardio-obstetrics, menopause-related cardiovascular risk, microvascular disease, preventive cardiology, atypical presentations of ischemic heart disease, and SCAD.

• Help advance awareness and management of cardiovascular conditions that uniquely affect women, including differences in risk factors, symptom presentation, disease progression, and outcomes.

• Contribute to a nationally recognized program co-founded by Annabelle Volgman that has served as a leader in women’s cardiovascular care for more than two decades.

• Opportunities for program development, clinical research and clinical trials involvement, quality improvement initiatives, community outreach, and academic leadership.

• Participate in the education and mentorship of cardiovascular fellows, residents, and medical students within a strong academic environment.

• Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, multidisciplinary collaboration, and advancing equitable cardiovascular care for women.

Qualifications:

• Board certified in Cardiology, with an MD, DO, MD/PhD, DO/PhD, or equivalent.

• Qualified candidates must hold a faculty appointment at the Associate Professor level or, or possess credentials commensurate with appointment at that rank.

• Proven record of collaborative leadership and commitment to excellence in clinical care, research, and education.

• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and mentorship within an academic health system.

About the Service Line:

The Heart & Vascular Service Line is a key component of the Rush System. This service line delivers comprehensive, compassionate care for cardiovascular conditions, leveraging cutting-edge research, advanced technologies, and a multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, interventional radiologists, and other specialists. Rush offers comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for virtually every type of adult heart and vascular condition. Services include general and preventive cardiology, advanced cardiovascular surgery, complex interventional services, electrophysiology, and advanced heart failure management. Specialized programs include The Rush Heart Center for Women, cardio-oncology, sports cardiology, cardio-genetics, and cardiometabolic care including The Rush Cardiometabolic Health Initiative. Patients also benefit from access to leading-edge diagnostics and participation in clinical research evaluating new treatments, devices, and procedures. It focuses on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation for heart and vascular diseases, serving patients across Chicago, its western suburbs, Northwest Indiana, and the Aurora/Fox Valley region.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pay Range: $415,000 – $550,000

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: Int Med Rheumatology-Res Fac

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

Shift: Shift 1

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

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

Pay Range: $29.36 - $42.61 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
This position is designs, initiates and performs complex scientific research experiments and prepares final reports and papers based on experimental results. Plans and directs experiments for research which includes the planning and execution of procedures for the collection, maintenance, culture and banking of research specimens. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Master’s Degree in basic sciences or relevant field.
• 3 years of research experience.
• Strong software skills and experience with word processing, spread sheets and data base management.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Good technical writing skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage own work.
• Clear interest in collaborative, multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Highly-motivated, enthusiastic and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Doctoral Degree.

Responsibilities:
• Responsible for the methods, management and organization of laboratory. Plans, directs and conducts research experiments and activities.
• Identifies research projects, experiments and potential research directions related to research activities; collects, evaluates, interprets and provides documentation of research data to accomplish research objectives. Maintains careful records of all work performed.
• Provides direction and training to other laboratory personnel, residents and students.
• Provides assistance with data collection and preparation of manuscripts, research papers, and/or grant proposals for presentation and/or publication.
• Maintains a safe laboratory environment and ensures compliance with governmental and University policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Operates and maintains laboratory and specialized scientific equipment in the lab space. Ensures that laboratory supplies are maintained on a consistent basis.
• Collaborates with statistician, research coordinators and staff from other departments.
• May be responsible for animal handling and for working with animal tissues.
• Other duties as assigned.

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: RUSH Sourcing & Value Analysis

Work Type: Full Time 

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

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

Pay Range: $41.44 - $60.14 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. This role has a corresponding incentive plan based on multiple factors. incentive compensation and additional benefits can be found on our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits)

Summary:
Develops sourcing strategy for specified spend categories to achieve key organizational and departmental goals related to cost savings, process improvement, standardization, waste reduction and other pertinent supply chain initiatives. Reviews and selects appropriate suppliers based on clinical input or industry awareness. Manages and acts as the main point of contract between primary vendors in designated categories and the hospital system. Develops and maintains collaborative internal relationships with clinical contacts and administrative staff within the healthcare system to ensure effective, results-oriented project outcomes. These activities are conducted while maintaining or enhancing the quality of care provided to patients. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Bachelor's Degree OR Associate’s Degree with at least two (2) years of equivalent professional experience.
•Stellar negotiation skills required to pursue cost savings discussions with vendors as well as convince internal stakeholder of optimal decision for HCO.
•Strong analytical skills demonstrating ability to share cost benefit analysis, scenario based savings options, incorporating industry benchmarking, among other decision points will be required.
•Critical thinking skills required to interpret both qualitative and quantitative impacts of potential purchase activity.
•Experience with project management processes with demonstrated ability to initiate and complete projects. Rigorous problem solving skills: using logical methods of problem solving to achieve optimal solutions for complex team members.
•Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills and ability to learn new software programs.
•Independent and self-motivated.
•Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, organizational facilitation skills required to engage a complex group of stakeholders to collaborate on optimal decision for HCO.
•Continuously develop their skills and knowledge, either through LEAP programs, readings, conferences, departmental training programs or some combination of these.
•Develop and display a clear customer service focus at all times.
•View their work as part of the larger Rush system, and strive to improve their performance in concert with, rather than in competition with, their co-workers and other Rush employees.
•Be conscious of the resources they use in completing their work and to strive to use these resources as efficiently and effectively as possible.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Master's Degree.
•Fields of study include business, supply chain, or health care-related specialty.
•Clinical experience and basic knowledge of medical-surgical supplies, diagnostic testing, etc.

Responsibilities:
1. Manages the relationship with primary vendors in designated categories.
2. Leverages the relationship with GPO to ensure optimal connection to available contracts at best tier pricing.
3. Negotiate independent local contracts where value can be added beyond GPO capacity or where GPO contract does not exist.
4. Develops and maintains a contracting / bidding calendar for designated categories.
5. Manages and executes RFP/RFQ process at contract expirations by category when industry and benchmark data show apparent savings opportunity.
6. Review and negotiate terms & conditions to ensure that business terms are in the best interest of the hospital.
7. Manage fully executed contracts and pricing with internal supply chain team for electronic storage in the ERP system.
8. Serves as a liaison between hospital administration and clinical staff to ensure cost-effective utilization of products, services and processes while maintaining or enhancing the quality of patient care.
9. Monitors estimated and actual savings related to sourcing activities and or value analysis projects.
10. Lead Value Analysis Committee meetings related to designated sourcing categories: Coordinates monthly or ad-hoc meetings between supply chain operations, revenue cycle, nursing, and physicians as the representatives of the committee; facilitates discussion between committee members around new technology and product requests to understand need, cost impact, and operational impact; bring forward cost savings ideas for review when applicable. Ideas can include but are not limited to: product replacements, new technology, standardization projects, consolidation of vendors, etc.; collaborates with departments, specifically supply chain operations to monitor and report on compliance of implemented changes in products, services and processes.
11. Coordinates product in-servicing or training as needed depending on new product implementations or conversions. Ensures that all product, service and process trials and evaluations are unbiased and conducted in a professional manner.
12. Participates as a member or ad hoc member of hospital committees or sub-committees as a representative of administration (examples include Risk Management, Infection Control, Linen, etc.).
13. Leverage third party consultants and software access to enhance negotiating ability - whether it is related to pulling analytics, research information, contracted staff work, etc. (examples include: ERP software data pulls, Spend Link data pulls, Clinical Database, Advisory Board contracted services, Procured Health contracted services, UHC account executive services, etc.).

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 Rheumatology

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:30:00 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: $37.50 - $62.21 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: Pediatrics Specialty

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 10 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 5:30:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $37.50 - $62.21 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: RUSH Sourcing & Value Analysis

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:30:00 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: $32.00 - $46.44 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. This role has a corresponding incentive plan based on multiple factors. incentive compensation and additional benefits can be found on our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits)

Summary:
Serves as a key contributor supporting Rush’s non-clinical value analysis, strategic sourcing, and category management initiatives through advanced analytics, contracting support, and cross-functional collaboration. This role is responsible for collecting, validating, analyzing, and presenting operational, financial, sourcing, and utilization data to support internal decision-making, external reporting requirements, supplier evaluations, and contract optimization initiatives. The Value Analysis Coordinator partners with Strategic Sourcing Managers, Finance, IT, Operations, and Supply Chain leadership to evaluate products, services, and technology-related categories with a focus on standardization, operational efficiency, and cost savings. This position supports RFP execution, supplier analysis, category reviews, and value analysis initiatives from intake through implementation and performance monitoring. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications
•Bachelor's Degree OR Associate's Degree with at least two (2) years of relevant professional experience.
•Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess clinical, operational, and financial impact.
•Ability to engage and facilitate collaboration among multidisciplinary stakeholders.
•Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
•Experience supporting or managing cross-functional projects.
•Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and the ability to learn internal systems and tools.
•Demonstrated customer service focus and collaborative work style.
•Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Preferred Job Qualifications
•Master's Degree.
•Fields of study include healthcare administration, business, supply chain, or related clinical specialty.
•Familiarity with healthcare products, services, or operations.
•Experience in value analysis, strategic sourcing, or supply chain in a healthcare setting.
•Experience supporting external reporting, benchmarking, or compliance-related data submissions.
•Basic to intermediate negotiation skills with a focus on achieving favorable pricing and terms without compromising quality.

Responsibilities:
1.Supports all phases of the value analysis process—intake, evaluation, decision-making, and implementation for non-clinical products and services.
2.Coordinates committee meetings, prepares materials, tracks action items, and ensures alignment among operational, financial, and supply chain stakeholders.
3.Develops, validates, and maintains recurring operational, financial, compliance, and external reporting deliverables to support organizational and industry reporting requirements.
4.Performs data aggregation, cleansing, and analysis across ERP, purchasing, contract, and operational systems to identify trends, utilization patterns, savings opportunities, and operational efficiencies.
5.Supports IT sourcing and non-clinical contracting initiatives through spend analysis, supplier evaluation, market benchmarking, contract performance analysis, and savings opportunity identification.
6.Creates executive-level reporting tools to communicate sourcing performance, savings initiatives, compliance metrics, and operational outcomes.
7.Supports the execution of RFPs (Requests for Proposals), including preparing specifications, analyzing bids, and coordinating supplier evaluations.
8.Assist in the development of short and long-term sourcing plans for specific product or service categories.
9.Manages and negotiates categories and contracts as assigned by the Director or Sourcing Managers.
10.Assists procurement with any pricing discrepancies related to contracts.
11.The Value Analysis Program Manager will follow the I CARE values of Rush University System for Health: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence

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: Cardiosciences ICU-CVICU

Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0. 5)

Shift: Shift 4

Work Schedule: 12 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 7:30:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $16.50 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 Nursing Assistant performs a variety of clinical and environmental tasks under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The Nursing Assistant duties are of a technical nature requiring specialized training and skill. The training and skill of the Nursing Assistant is commensurate with their advancement through an accredited school of nursing. The Nursing Assistant is registered in an accredited school of nursing. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Current enrollment in an accredited Baccalaureate or Masters entry level school of nursing with passing grades in all courses upon hire and on an annual basis or awaiting eligibility (within 3 months of graduation).
• Completed a fundamental nursing course to include basic nursing skills, such as vital signs and ADLs.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of the institutional screening examination.
• Ability to solve simple problems.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Physical Demands:
• The 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 supporting 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:
ASSISTS THE RN IN THE DELIVERY OF PATIENT CARE
1.Reports to charge Registered Nurse to designate for assignment of duties.
2.Maintains a safe patient environment.
3.Sets priority of duties based on needs of patient and unit, under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
4.Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, participates in the implementation of individualized plans of care.
5.Assists patients in activities of daily living.
6.Accurately obtains patient data and documents all care in the appropriate patient care record.
7.Performs routine procedures, treatments and specimen collections.
8.Demonstrates aseptic technique, when necessary.
9.Assists Registered Nurse or physician with advanced procedures.
10.Assists the nurse in the management of uncomplicated tubes and drains.
11.Performs specific patient care procedures such as blood glucose testing, specimen collection, etc.
12.Demonstrates knowledge of age specific variables and growth and development.
13.Promptly reports changes in patient condition to the appropriate Registered Nurse.
TRANSPORTS PATIENTS AND (OTHER) ITEMS AS NEEDED
14.Assists with admission, discharge, and transport of patients.
15.Transports laboratory specimens and patient belongings as required.
16.Obtains blood products, supplies and equipment as necessary.
COMPETENTLY UTILIZES TECHNOLOGY
17.Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the telephone and patient call system(s).
18.Demonstrates proficiency in the use of EPIC.
19.Demonstrates proficiency in the use of selected unit specific monitors, pumps, and other equipment.
MAINTAINS A SAFE, ORDERLY, WELL-EQUIPPED ENVIRONMENT
20.Keeps patient rooms safe, orderly, and according to unit routine.
21.Independently orders, organizes, and restocks according to unit specifications.
22.Replenishes patient room supplies.
23.Maintains emergency supplies.
DEMONSTRATES A PROFESSIONAL WORK STYLE IN INTERACTIONS WITH INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CUSTOMERS
24.Communicates all pertinent information to the appropriate team member throughout the shift and to the oncoming shift.
25.Negotiates break time and communicates departure and return time per unit protocol.
26.Demonstrates initiative and self-direction in work habits.

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Strategic Outreach

Work Type: Full Time 

Shift: Shift 1

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

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

Pay Range: $41.44 - $60.14 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. This role has a corresponding incentive plan based on multiple factors. incentive compensation and additional benefits can be found on our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits)

Summary:
The Physician Liaison serves as a physician's advocate and contact between health system, community, and faculty physicians within the Rush service area. The position will lead external referring community liaison efforts, working in close concert with specific Rush strategic planning and clinical teams to promote Rush programs, services, and providers and to support growth from strategic relationships. The position includes promoting RUMC services and our physicians to health care providers, identifying strategic opportunities for advancing RUMC offsite affiliations, implementing strategies to enhance communications with physicians and other health care providers, conducting service line marketing assessments, analyzing physician and hospital needs, and participation in clinical strategic planning teams. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, public relations, communications or health care.
•A minimum of five years of experience in physician services, practice management or medical sales.
•Knowledge, skill, physical ability and mental capacity to perform tasks associated with the position.
•Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Professional experience in Neurosciences or Otorhinolaryngology sales is preferred
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:
1.Collect and analyze data (including physician activity, satisfaction and health care trends to assist in the development of physician outreach strategies and to provide feedback to the Rush administrators on the needs and perceptions of community physicians).
2.Develop department goals and implements specific outreach, relationship building and educational plan targeted to community physician within the Rush service area.
3.Be knowledgeable of trends in inpatient and outpatient volumes by service line and in issues important to leadership and the medical staff.
4.Plan and conduct one on one interviews to currently referring, prospective and targeted physicians on a scheduled basis and as determined by pre-set call standards.
5.Communicate specific information on department and physician driven programmatic and research activity as it relates to community physician needs.
6.Consult with clinical team physicians and other leaders regularly to assist in developing practice growth goals; identify and assist in resolving practice management issues that are communicated by referring community; Identify specific services and resources the hospital can provide
7.Collaborate with community CME coordinators to identify and expand Rush speaking opportunities in the community hospital settings.
8.Collaborate with Rush Alumni Relations department to identify and expand relationship development.
9.Integrate consultant activities to maximize managed care and other contractual relationships.
10.Assist with the coordination of physician activities and services such as IS interfaces, educational meeting, and other services.
11.Identify and work with Hospital leadership to resolve physician and systemic service delivery problems and recommend methods to improve and streamline services.
12.Communicate and coordinate on a scheduled basis with Patient Special Services and Rush Physician Referral on community-based physician consultant activities

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Access Center Administration

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

Shift: Shift 1

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

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

Pay Range: $50.15 - $81.62 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 Enterprise Ambulatory Access Design & Optimization Manager leads the enterprise strategy, governance, and design of Epic decision trees that support patient scheduling across all ambulatory departments. This role ensures that access design consistently prioritizes the patient experience, operational efficiency, and system-wide access goals.
The Enterprise Ambulatory Access Design & Optimization Manager develops and maintains the governance structure for Epic Cadence and MyChart decision trees and ensures that decision tree design supports key access KPIs including 14-day access, fill rates, and point-of-care scheduling.
This role partners closely with clinic leadership, the Access Center, and Capacity Management consultants to ensure that scheduling workflows are thoughtfully designed, standardized where appropriate, and optimized to support timely patient access.
The Enterprise Ambulatory Access Design & Optimization Manager must combine strategic thinking, operational insight, and strong Epic technical skills to design and build decision trees that improve patient access while maintaining enterprise standards.

Other information:
Required Qualifications
•Epic Cadence Certification
•Documented experience building advanced decision trees in Epic Cadence
•Documented experience building advanced decision trees in Epic MyChart
•Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, informatics, business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
•5+ years of experience in healthcare operations, patient access, or scheduling optimization
•2+ years of Epic Cadence build or decision tree design experience
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Preferred Qualifications
•Epic Decision Tree Badge
•Epic MyChart Badge
•Experience working in enterprise-level patient access or capacity management environments
•Experience leading governance structures or operational design frameworks
•Knowledge of access metrics including 14-day access, fill rates, and scheduling performance indicators
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Key Competencies
•Strategic thinking
•Workflow design and process optimization
•Strong Epic technical expertise
•Ability to balance operational needs with enterprise standards
•Collaboration with clinical and operational leaders
•Data-driven decision making

Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Access Design & Governance
•Develop and lead the enterprise decision tree governance structure for Epic Cadence and MyChart scheduling workflows.
•Establish standards, documentation practices, and change management processes for decision tree design across the health system.
•Ensure that patient access remains the central principle in all decision tree design decisions.
Decision Tree Design & Optimization
•Design and optimize Epic Cadence and MyChart decision trees to support efficient scheduling workflows and improved patient experience.
•Ensure decision trees support enterprise access priorities including:
o14-day access
•Fill rate optimization
•Point-of-care scheduling
•Maintain accurate and up-to-date Visio diagrams of all Cadence and MyChart decision tree builds across the enterprise.
Operational Collaboration
•Partner with clinic leadership, Access Center leadership, and Capacity Management consultants to review and evaluate decision tree change requests.
•Provide strategic guidance to ensure proposed changes align with enterprise access strategy and patient access goals.
•Serve as the enterprise subject matter expert on decision tree design and scheduling workflow optimization.
Epic Build & Technical Leadership
•Build and maintain decision tree configurations within Epic Cadence and MyChart.
•Ensure builds are accurate, scalable, and aligned with system design standards.
•Identify opportunities to leverage advanced Epic functionality to improve scheduling workflows and patient access.
Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
•Proactively analyze scheduling workflows and decision tree performance to identify issues impacting:
oPatient experience
oScheduling errors
oAccess KPIs
•Recommend and implement improvements that enhance scheduling efficiency and patient access.
Innovation & Future Strategy
•Research emerging technologies and evaluate opportunities to integrate AI into access design and scheduling workflows.
•Develop business cases for the adoption of advanced tools that improve patient access and scheduling efficiency.

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Employee Service Center

Work Type: Full Time 

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:30:00 AM - 4:00:00 PM)

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

Pay Range: $23.12 - $32.66 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. This role has a corresponding incentive plan based on multiple factors. incentive compensation and additional benefits can be found on our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits)

Summary:
Job Summary: The Talent Acquisition Coordinator works in partnership with an assigned team of recruiters to manage an efficient workflow for successful hiring and pre-boarding process for new employees. Responsible for supporting a pro-active team environment that allows Rush University Medical Center to ensure applicants and managers have a positive experience. Detail oriented with proven customer service skills and strong prioritization capabilities are key. 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:
•Associate’s degree with a minimum of two years or more of prior administrative support experience required OR five years of specific recruitment administrative support experience required.
•A minimum of three years’ work experience in a busy, fast-paced environment, preferably human resources, customer service, or hospitality.
•Strong customer service skills and experience handling difficult conversations.
•Exceptional organizational and follow-through skills.
•Ability to work independently.
•Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
•Strong sense of urgency, adaptability, flexibility, and resourcefulness.
•Ability to communicate effectively with all types of individuals.
•Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Experience working with applicant tracking systems preferred.

Responsibilities:
•Responsible for entry, maintenance, and integrity of data in applicant tracking systems.
•Maintains candidate statuses and ensures accuracy within the applicant tracking system.
•Establishes and develops solid working relations with hiring managers, recruiters, applicants and new hires.
•Responsible for all pre-employment activities including initiating background checks, monitoring progress, and providing regular updates to all necessary parties.
•Collects and tracks all pre-employment documentation to ensure proper compliance measures are met.
•Proactively troubleshoots issues related to employment clearance and takes appropriate steps to mitigate the issue. Resolves issues in a timely manner.
•Meets with new hires to execute new hire paperwork including verification of I-9 documentation and license/certification verification (if appropriate).
•Conducts fingerprinting for IDPH and UCIA.
•Assists with training new staff.
•Assists with recruitment fairs and open houses.
•Generates applicant tracking system reports for various areas, including the Division of Nursing and New Hire Orientation.
•Provides reports as needed.
•Covers front desk as needed, which includes greeting visitors and candidates.
•Administers pre-employment tests.
•All other duties assigned.

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Eye Center

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:30:00 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: $21.61 - $34.04 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
Under general supervision from the ophthalmology medical staff, the Ophthalmic Technician performs a large number of routine technical testing and procedures as well as gathers data and information for patient diagnosis and treatment. The technician works closely and assists the ophthalmologist and resident in the care of the patient. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•High School Diploma.
•Completion of an academic program for ophthalmic technician is a plus.
•JCAHPO Certification as ophthalmic assistant (COA) or ophthalmic technician (COT) is a plus but not required.
•Must have sound and basic ocular knowledge.
•Manual dexterity, communications, precision, and accuracy.
•Ability to communicate well with patients and all levels of staff.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Completion of a bachelor’s degree and/or advanced medical training is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities:
• Reviews charts to determine urgency of condition and initiate care as necessary.
• Collects all historical and physical data necessary for the medical staff to make clinical therapeutic decisions.
• Performs additional measurements of phorias and tropias, near point of convergence, fusion. Familiar with tonography
• Performs and records various ocular measurement tests
• Designs care plans and implements treatment as delegated by the medical staff.
• Expanded role includes adequate knowledge and expertise of all testing available at the center, e.g. topography, AB-scan ultrasonography, ERG (electroretinography), Visante OCT, GVF
• Oversees and evaluates other ophthalmic technicians as assigned.
• Maintains and updates EPIC EMR knowledge and skills including appointment scheduling.
• Expertly take phone calls on eye issues including prescription renewal.
• Trains other technical staff as needed.
• Maintenance of instrumentation, supplies and drugs. Surveys technical instruments and equipment, implements repair, and arranges for service calls. Also inventories and orders supplies and drugs following protocol and as appropriate.
• Participates in research clinical trials as assigned including participating as a mask examiner, performing refraction, visual acuity, etc. Agrees to review the study documentation and certify for each study assigned.
• Is able to competently assist, scrub, and circulate for all eye center procedures including Lasik surgery.
• Participates in intramural and extramural educational programs as a speaker and teaching assistant.
• Participates in departmental research as needed.

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