Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: IM Pulmonary - Clinic

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

Shift: Shift 1

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

Summary:
The Medical Assistant Lead is responsible for the daily management and direct supervision of clinic staff. The Medical Assistant Lead (MA) is responsible for assisting physicians, mid-level practitioners, and registered nurses with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients in an ambulatory care setting. The MA assumes responsibility for maintaining patient flow, the upkeep of exam and treatment rooms, and performing basic skills such as vital signs and point of care testing. In addition, the MA will administer intramuscular injections, immunizations, small volume nebulizer treatment, and over-the-counter medications under the direction of a physician. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Current Medical Assistant certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA (includes principles and techniques of injections and medication administration)
• Current CPR certification
• High school diploma/GED required.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program
• One year of clinical experience
• Phlebotomy experience
• Epic Ambulatory experience
Competencies:
• Serves as a role model and mentor by demonstrating exceptional interpersonal communication and collaboration skills in the management of complex patient care situations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Maintains positive, professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team through effective communication, mutual support and respect
• Proactively resolves conflict to improve team relationships in support of a healthy work environment
• Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals
• Provides leadership consistent with Rush Missions and Values
• Demonstrates loyalty and allegiance to the program by representing and supporting management policies.

Responsibilities:
•Participates in recruitment efforts with interviewing, and hiring direct reports.
•Coordinates onboarding and off-boarding of clinic staff.
•Schedules clinic staff assignments to ensure adequate coverage and equal distribution of work and effort.
•Establishes course of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed effectively and efficiently.
•Provides training and mentorship to direct reports
•Provides education to staff in the clinic.
•Conducts annual performance reviews in conjunction with manager.
•Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to develop, accomplish a task, or solve a problem.
•Ensures compliance with accreditation and regulatory bodies within area of responsibility.
•Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
•Performs patient intake including vital signs, height and weight, reason for visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and other interventions as required.
•Prepares patient for exam based on reason for visit.
•Prepares and supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
•Reviews appointment schedules and ensures all patient charts are available for the visit.
•Reviews patient charts and ensures that all ancillary reports and required paperwork are available to the provider at the time of visit.
•Performs basic lab and testing procedures according to standards.
•Performs phlebotomy and EKGs.
•Administers immunizations as ordered by the physician.
•Administers RUMG-approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications after competency has been assessed, verified, and documented.
•Performs Tuberculin skin testing upon order of the physician.
•Demonstrates appropriate population-specific techniques with patients.
•Documents administration of over-the-counter medications and/or other medications in Epic per policy or protocol.
•Cleans, prepares, and stocks exam rooms, treatment rooms, and workstations.
•Calls patients regarding test results and medical instruction under the direction of a physician.
•Calls in medical refills under the direction of a physician or protocol.
•Documents patient care information in the outpatient medical record according to standards.
•Assists with scheduling of patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
•Assists in the care, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and instruments.
•Maintains the inventory of medical and linen supplies.
•Maintains quality control for equipment.
•Provides cross-coverage to other clinical areas as assigned.
•Participates in quality improvement projects.
•Maintains compliance with the Joint Commission standards and other regulatory bodies.
•Other duties as assigned.

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiology 

Division Chief – Cardiology

Rush University Medical Center

Chicago, IL 

Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized academic medical center and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications for the position of Division Chief of Cardiology in the Department of Internal Medicine. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity at a world-class institution located in the heart of downtown Chicago.

We seek a visionary and collaborative leader to build upon a strong foundation and drive the next phase of clinical, academic, and research excellence. The Division Chief will provide academic and faculty leadership for the Division of Cardiology to foster excellence in education, research, and professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic, innovative, and operational leadership for the Division of Cardiology within the Department of Internal Medicine and the Heart and Vascular Service Line (in partnership with the Heart and Vascular Service Line Co-Director).
• Oversee and ensure excellence in clinical performance, quality, and patient outcomes (in partnership with the Heart and Vascular Service Line Co-Director).
• Foster a culture of academic excellence, research achievement, and community engagement
• Mentor and support the professional development of faculty, trainees, and medical students
• Partner with institutional leaders to advance academic and research missions across the system

Qualifications:

• Board certified in Cardiology, with an MD, DO, MD/PhD, DO/PhD, or equivalent.
• Academic credentials meriting appointment as Professor.
• Proven record of collaborative leadership and commitment to excellence in clinical care, research, and education.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop faculty, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and mentorship within an academic health system.

About the Division:

Rush offers comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for virtually every type of adult heart condition. Services include general and preventive cardiology, women’s heart care, advanced cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, interventional and noninvasive cardiology, electrophysiology, and heart failure management. Specialized programs include cardio-oncology, cardiometabolic and cardio-rheumatology clinics, adult congenital heart disease, and nutrition-based cardiac care. Patients also benefit from access to leading-edge diagnostics and participation in clinical research evaluating new treatments, devices, and procedures.

Why Rush?

Rush is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation, known for its leadership in patient care, medical education, research, and health equity. With a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, Rush offers outstanding resources and institutional support for leaders committed to driving excellence in academic medicine.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Total Compensation Pay Range: $560,000 - $850,000

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

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

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Heart & Vascular Service Line 

Heart & Vascular Service Line Cardiology Co-Director

Rush University System for Health

Chicago, IL  

Rush University System for Health, based in Chicago, invites applications for the position of Cardiology Co-Director of the Heart & Vascular Service Line. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity within an elite medical community recognized yearly for excellence in patient care, medical discovery and clinical expertise.

The Heart & Vascular Service Line Cardiology Co-Director will provide strategic, clinical, and operational leadership across Rush University System for Health. Working in close partnership with the Surgical Co-Director and Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), this leader guides program growth, clinical excellence, and patient care delivery across the continuum.

The Co-Director will co-chair the Heart & Vascular Executive Steering Committee, ensuring system-wide alignment of strategy, quality, and clinical innovation consistent with Rush’s enterprise goals. This position includes both administrative and clinical responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic & Operational Leadership

• Provide shared oversight of all Heart & Vascular service line operations in collaboration with the Surgical Co-Director and CAO.
• Develop, implement, and monitor the service line’s clinical vision, strategy, and goals in alignment with Rush’s mission and enterprise objectives.
• Lead system-wide program planning, growth initiatives, and performance improvement efforts across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Oversee the development and execution of policies, procedures, and pathways that ensure consistent, high-quality cardiovascular care.
• Maintain shared accountability for the development, management, and adherence of the service line’s budget and financial performance.

Clinical & Program Oversight

• Direct, plan, and coordinate cardiology-related clinical activities and programs in partnership with the Department of Internal Medicine and Division of Cardiology.
• Provide oversight for medical and program directors (e.g., Cath Lab, Women’s Heart Program) and ensure operational excellence in clinical services.
• Lead development of innovative clinical programs and technologies to enhance patient access and outcomes.
• Oversee ambulatory and inpatient operations, including APP management, quality improvement, and patient safety.
• Maintain a part-time clinical practice within the Division of Cardiology. This role will include 0.50 FTE administrative effort and 0.50 FTE clinical effort.

Quality, Research & Innovation

• Advance system-wide quality and safety initiatives by monitoring outcomes, registries, and national benchmarks in cardiovascular care.
• Provide administrative oversight for the clinical trial infrastructure to expand access and strengthen Rush’s reputation in cardiovascular research.
• Foster integration of clinical research, education, and innovation into patient care.
• Partner with clinical and academic leaders to develop and promote new educational offerings and clinical pathways.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Partner with the Division Chief of Cardiology to align faculty performance, recruitment, and development with service line goals.
• Collaborate closely with the Surgical Co-Director, Department Chair, and senior leadership to ensure unified strategic and operational alignment.
• Serve as a senior clinical leader across the system, supporting credentialing, professional development, and performance review processes.
• Exemplify and promote Rush’s ICARE values—Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

Goals & Objectives

In collaboration with the Surgical Co-Director and Cardiology Division Chief, the Co-Director will:

• Develop a clear and compelling service line strategy positioning Rush Heart & Vascular as a regional and national destination program.
• Advance quality and safety outcomes, achieving nationally recognized benchmarks in cardiovascular care.
• Strengthen recruitment and retention of physicians and advanced practice providers across subspecialties.
• Expand clinical research and innovation through growth of clinical trials and investigator-initiated studies.
• Optimize clinical operations across inpatient and ambulatory settings to enhance efficiency, access, and patient experience.
• Promote system integration to ensure consistent standards and coordinated patient care across all Rush entities.
• Elevate Rush’s visibility and reputation through clinical excellence, program development, and community engagement.

Required Qualifications:

• Board certified in Cardiology, with an MD, DO, MD/PhD, DO/PhD, or equivalent.
• Academic credentials meriting appointment as Professor.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive leadership experience in an academic medical center or integrated health system.
• Minimum 2 years of people management experience with proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated experience with strategic planning, program development, and clinical operations across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Strong business acumen, analytical skills, and marketing capability to drive growth and innovation.
• Proven record of collaboration, mentorship, and fostering a culture of clinical and academic excellence.

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.

Why Rush?

Rush is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation, known for its leadership in patient care, medical education, research, and health equity. With a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, Rush offers outstanding resources and institutional support for leaders committed to driving excellence in academic medicine.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Total Compensation Pay Range: $610,000 - $900,000

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

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: Urology PBC POB

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: $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 Group

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: IM Geriatrics - Office

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

Summary:
The Administrative Assistant 2 provides advanced support in managing the operational activities of the Department. The Administrative Assistant uses a pattern of orderly, efficient communication and a high degree of initiative and independent judgment to relieve management of administrative detail. The Administrative Assistant accepts appropriate responsibility and prioritizes multiple assignments and projects in a complex and constantly changing environment. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• High School Diploma.
• Three years of progressive experience in an administrative role, preferably in Healthcare.
• Advanced software skills in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, scheduling/calendar software.
• Excellent communication written and oral skills.
• Ability to analyze data.
• Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.
• Ability to produce accurate documents and reports.
• Ability to work in complex administrative systems.
• Ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Baccalaureate Degree.
Physical Demands:
• Ability to move throughout the Medical Center.
• Ability to lifting or carrying objects 35-40 pounds.

Responsibilities:
1.Meets the administrative needs of department management and staff members.
2.Coordinates department specific programs or meetings as assigned: planning, preparation of materials, implementation and evaluation.
3.Assists management with budgetary issues.
4.Composes business documents as assigned.
5.Designs reports to support operations.
6.Independently creates correspondence such as follow up to meetings, response to employees etc.
7.Plans employee and departmental special events.
8.Writes, edits and formats content of departmental communication.
9.Provides instruction to departmental staff regarding computer applications.
10.Assures appropriate resources are available for staff to be successful in their role.
11.Maintains a calendar for staff availability and schedules.
12.Provides support for select quality and operational committees including recording and distributing minutes.
13.Appropriately follow-ups on action between meetings.
14.Distributes reports, agendas and other materials for programs.
15.Maintains attendance records and prepares reports as necessary for the program.
16.Investigates and resolves invoicing issues as it relates to vendors or fiscal activities and Accounting Units.
17.Creates and maintains expense files for the Accounting Unit activities.
18.Prepares and maintains an electronic file to trend programmatic expenses and contribute to the budget process.
19.Identifies and implements improvements in office efficiencies
20.Initiates and/or reconciles check requests, purchase orders, travel vouchers as indicated for the department cost centers.
21.Independently makes travel arrangements for the management.
22.Prioritizes incoming communication, requests for meeting and escalates appropriate items to management’s attention.
23.Maintains a working knowledge of Rush standard computer applications.
24.Coordinates manager and staff office space, such as telephone changes, movement of equipment, maintenance requests, etc. which support administrative operations.

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: HR Partners

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) - Hybrid 

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

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

Summary:
The HR Compliance Manager is responsible for the leadership, oversight and management of all regulatory and compliance processes within Human Resources, and ensures adherence to Human Resources regulatory requirements, maintaining and updating HR policies and processes, and offering expert consultation on compliance-related matters. Prepares for, owns and leads the HR response to regulatory visits, including collaboration with leaders and employees across the organization. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in HR policy development, compliance, or regulatory affairs.
• Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws, labor standards, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience in policy authorship, legal research, and regulatory interpretation.
• Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience managing digital policy systems.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) or advanced degree in a related field.
• Experience with PolicyTech.
• Experience managing compliance in a hospital system.
• Ability to work with the Quality and Compliance functions of the organization.  

Responsibilities:

• Proactively creates, maintains, updates, and owns all Human Resources policies and processes; ensures all comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as business and University goals. This includes leading regular institution policy reviews and ensuring stakeholder alignment and timely updates.
• Develops, monitors, and audits all regulatory, legal, and organizational compliance requirements related to the pre-employment and employment cycles.
• Acts as a subject matter expert on HR-related compliance matters and their impact on the organization. Provides consultative support to HR Business partners, Centers of Excellence (COEs) and senior leadership on policy interpretation and application. Collaborates with departments within and outside of HR to promote compliance awareness and consistency in policy execution.
• Leads and manages the Human Resources’ department-wide role in audit and accreditation initiatives and visits from regulatory bodies. Proactively prepares prior to regulatory visits to ensure smooth response.
• Responsible for ensuring system compliance with employee licensure and certification requirements
• Develops and leads organization-wide and department-specific communication of and training on existing, new, or revised HR policies. Partners with Communications and Learning & Development to develop communication and change management plans; ensures clarity and accessibility of HR policy materials for employees and leaders.
• Regularly and proactively conducts HR compliance audits, assesses and identifies areas of potential risk or documentation deficiencies, and implements and leads process improvements and corrective actions where necessary. Provides audit results and reporting on quantitative and qualitative data and findings.
• Partners with Procurement and Legal to review HR vendor agreements for compliance requirements and risk management, including all contingent worker and/or contractor agreements.
• Maintains an understanding of regulatory issues and stays current on applicable standards through seminars, training courses and regulatory literature.
• Coordinates with the Office of Legal Affairs and HR COEs to maintain alignment with legal and operational standards.
• Assists the Office of Institutional Equity with OFCCP compliance initiatives, including the Affirmative Action Plan and related activities.
• Partners with Digital & Information Services teams to ensure HR data privacy and compliance.
• Develops process maps, governance documents, and knowledge resources to ensure operational consistency.

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 Group

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Dermatology - Office

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: $29.36 - $47.79 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
The Financial Analyst is responsible for determining best practices for manipulating data, completing analyses, and calculating compensation for faculty and advanced practice providers based on defined objectives and benchmarks. The Financial Analyst develops and maintains databases, dashboards, and custom reports/queries. In addition, the Financial Analyst works with RUMG leaders to develop reports on productivity, financial variances, operational metrics, and other reporting needs. 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:
•Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance.
•Three years of relevant experience required.
•Experience with clinical information management required.
•Experience in data abstraction and report analysis required.
•Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
•Ability to work in a complex clinical information environment.
•A high level of analytical ability is required.
•Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
•Ability to work independently.
•The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine reports.
•Possesses initiative and ability to work alone and within a close team environment.
•Possesses quality, integrity, and customer service focused with the ability to handle simultaneous projects accurately and within deadlines.

Responsibilities:
•Develops and recommends financial models and cost projections and develops/manages budgets associated with provider compensation.
•Completes ad-hoc internal and external benchmarking surveys and analyses of faculty, physician, and advanced practice providers’ performance and compensation.
•Assists with the administration and implementation of faculty compensation pay practices for RUMG.
•Maintains physician compensation, FTE, and contract details database.
•Assists in the interpretation of pay practices as stipulated in the physician employment agreements and medical group professional services agreements.
•Works with Human Resources and Payroll to ensure timely and accurate implementation of salary and FTE changes and reports on faculty allocations by mission to ensure accurate monthly reporting.
•Collaborates with RUMG stakeholders on wRVU and other clinical incentive metric reporting and dashboards.
•Responsible for the preparation and development of forecasts and projections of earned incentives, ad hoc analyses, and other financial reports as needed.
•Assists with the coordination and development of financial modeling of organizational strategic goals and initiatives.
•Supports the adjudication of bi-annual incentive calculations which includes productivity, quality, and non-clinical incentives.
•Participates in the development and implementation of new systems and databases relating to faculty, physician, and advanced practice provider compensation.

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: IM Community Epi-Res Adm

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:00:00 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.

Job Summary:

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

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

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

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: RML Administration

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 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: $45.59 - $66.16 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:
Manages the technical, financial, regulatory, accreditation, administrative and overall operation of the laboratory. This position requires teamwork to achieve common goals and meet deadlines to provide quality care to clients and patients. Demonstrates proficiency in identifying and resolving process issues that affect the laboratory's ability to perform laboratory testing. The Laboratory Manager works closely with the Associate Vice President, Chairman of Pathology, Quality Director, Administrative Director, Laboratory Directors, Laboratory Managers and supervisory staff. This position provides back-up for and acts as the Administrative Director in the Administrative Director's absence. For Point of Care Testing, works closely with Ambulatory and Inpatient Nursing Leadership and POCT testing personnel at the System Level. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Must adhere to the Rush code of Conduct and Rush ICARE values: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, executing these values with compassion.

Other information:
•Bachelors of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) or equivalent BS in Biology or healthcare field is required;
•At least five years experience in a laboratory management or supervisory role, or another healthcare setting is required.
•For Point of Care testing, in addition to leadership experience, at least two years of experience overseeing testing outside of the laboratory working with nursing and physician leaders where testing is performed.
•Acceptable credentials (can vary depending on the laboratory section):
oMedical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) via the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
oMedical Technologist (MT) via the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
oBlood Bank (BB) or Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) via the ASCP
oChemistry (C) or Specialist in Chemistry (SC) via the ASCP
oCytogenetics (CG) via the ASCP
oCytotechnologist (CT) or Specialist in Cytology (SCT) via the ASCP
oHistotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologists (HLT) via ASCP
oHematology (H) or Specialist in Hematology (SH) via the ASCP
oMicrobiology (M) or Specialist in Microbiology (SM) via the ASCP
oMolecular Biology (MB) or Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB) via the ASCP
oSpecialist in Cytometry (SCYM) via the ASCP
oPathologists' Assistants (PA) via the ASCP
oDiplomate in Medical Laboratory Immunology (DMLI) via the ASCP
oDiplomate in Laboratory Management (DLM) via the ASCP
oMedical Laboratory Technician (MLT) via the ASCP (Only for Phlebotomy areas of oversight)
oCertified Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) via the ASCP (Only for Phlebotomy areas of oversight
Preferred:
•M.B.A., M.P.H., Master's in Health Systems Management (HSM) or MS in MLS is highly desired. Certification as an MT or MLS(ASCP) is highly desired

Responsibilities:
Technical
•Remains current in the technical advances, methodologies, and any new tests within the scope of their laboratory
•Oversees direct support for testing personnel including all human resource management and day to day operations
•Maintains proficiency in all of the medical center's computer applications.
Financial
•Oversees the financial aspects of the laboratory, including coordinating and preparing the capital and operational budgets
•Monitors and investigates monthly budget variances
•Prepares and reports internal and peer comparison financial and performance indicators
•Maintains the charge description master (CDM)
•Collaborates closely with the Laboratory Directors and Supervisors on current and future financial challenges
•Works closely with Finance to ensure that the proper billing, accounting, auditing, CPT coding, Medicare/Medicaid billing procedures and protocols are followed
•Meets with vendors to negotiate contracts for services and supplies
•Develops and maintains a strong working knowledge of the contractual language negotiated in these contracts
Regulatory/Accreditation
•Ensures any identified regulatory or accreditation deficiencies are corrected in a timely and accurate manner
•Accountable for the preparation and maintenance of inspection readiness at all times
•Ensures all accreditation and regulatory standards are met
Administrative
•Provides guidance and oversight to ensure consistency across all the laboratories in hiring practices, compensation, promotions and disciplinary actions
•Represents the Department of Pathology/Rush Medical Laboratories on any RUMC, Rush Health, Rush System for Health or other appropriate committee, sub-committee or task force
•May be asked to serve as an instructor of Rush University
•May be asked to prepare and give lectures to the medical laboratory science students and/or pathology residents
•Maintains availability to mentor and advise students on specific projects or assignments
Operations
•Ensures smooth operation of the laboratory's testing, reporting and billing for the RUMC in- and outpatients and outreach clients.
•Conducts and participates in continuing education activities
•Conducts effective staff meetings on a regular basis
•Provides leadership to ensure excellent customer service
◦Meets with customers and other departments as needed
◦Addresses customer's concerns in a respectful and timely manner
◦Works closely with the staff to ensure efficient and cost-effective service to customers
•Works closely with the AVP, Quality Director, Chairman of Pathology, Directors, other Laboratory Managers and supervisory staff in developing, modifying and monitoring the achievement of long-range goals and objectives for the Department of Pathology/Rush Medical Laboratories.
Process Improvement
•Provides leadership in executing process improvement. Proficient in the use of process improvement tools (e.g. Fishbone diagrams, Root Cause Analysis, Failure Mode Effect Analysis).
•Responds to Safety Events and compliant in a timely manner. Investigates and determines if the event is a person and system issue.
•Applies Just Culture algorithms when the event is determined to be a person issue.
•Encourages staff to identify areas for process improvement and submit Safety Events to document unsafe situations safe situations.
Communications
•Communicates well, both orally and in writing.
•Determines what information is important and what should be communicated, how, to whom, and when.
•Practices Emotional Intelligence when communicating with others.
•Able to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathically. Demonstrates the capacity to be aware of, control, and express one's emotions.
Additional Job Components
•Performs other reasonable, appropriate duties and responsibilities as assigned by the AVP, Laboratory, Quality Director, Chairman of Pathology or Administrative Director.
•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.

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 Alzheimers Dis Ctr-ResFac

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

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:09 PM)

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

Pay Range: Based on NIH scale $62.232 - $75,564
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 conducts independent and/or collaborative research experiments within a department or research group at Rush University Medical Center. This may include planning, designing and executing complex research studies, procedures, and protocols; problem solving research challenges; contributing to discrete components of a larger project under the direction of a senior or principal researcher; organizing, synthesizing, and analyzing data; preparing reports and contributing to manuscripts; participating in drafting/finalizing grant submissions; attending and participating in conferences, meetings, and/or speaking engagements; and providing mentorship and training to undergraduate or graduate students. The incumbent in this position exemplifies the rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field.
•Experience in a relevant scientific discipline. Proficiency in relevant research tools and techniques.
•Critical eyes towards consistency, reproducibility, and the scientific method.
•Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
•Strong scientific writing skills.
•Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
•Excellent computer skills.
•Ability to multitask.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Experience maintaining safety and ethics in a research/laboratory environment.
•Knowledge of medical research compliance and ethics (e.g., HIPAA, GCP).
•Record of scholarly publications.
•Experience in grant writing.
•Prior project management experience.
•Mentoring experience.
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:
•Contribute to the design and execution of clinical or laboratory-based studies. As assigned, lead and manage projects.
•Conduct independent and collaborative research on specific research project(s). Design and conduct experiments or computational studies aligned with project goals.
•Collect, analyze, and interpret research data using appropriate statistical, scientific, medical, and/or clinical methodologies. Prepare relevant reports.
•Compare actual and expected results and suggest solutions to correct deviations. Problem-solve research challenges as needed.
•Evaluate existing research techniques and recommend improvements to ensure quality and productivity.
•Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
•As assigned, prepare and present findings at departmental meetings, conferences, and seminars.
•Assist in the mentoring and training of graduate and undergraduate students.
•Collaborate with researchers within and outside the department.
•Support grant writing, proposal submission, and progress reporting to funding agencies.
•Support/maintain a safe laboratory environment and ensure compliance with governmental and University policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
•Perform other duties as assigned.

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Group

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: RUMG Audiology OAB550 - Office

Work Type: Part Time (Total FTE. 6)

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: $41.44 - $67.44 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.

Summary:
The principle responsibilities for this position are related to providing clinical services. The individual will also participate in clinical projects. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Completed a Master's or Doctoral degree in Audiology. However, an applicant whose degree was conferred on or after January 1, 2008, must have completed doctoral degree in Audiology.
• Currently holds or is eligible to obtain Illinois and/or Indiana licensure in Audiology.
• Possess excellent problem solving skills and analytic ability to appropriately diagnose clients' problems and develop rehabilitation plans.
• Possess skills to effectively supervise student clinicians.
• Ability to approach each situation with professionalism, flexibility and positive attitude.
• Ability to work and interact well with others so that customer service remains a priority.
• Capable of meeting the demands of a high volume, variable caseload; possess good organizational skills.

Responsibilities:
1.Effectively administer and interpret diagnostic testing for inpatients and outpatients; the caseloads range in age from newborns through geriatric.
2.Provide comprehensive auditory rehabilitation services to all age ranges.
3.Participates in one of more special clinical projects such as cochlear implants, newborn screening, hearing aid dispensing, vestibular assessment, quality outcomes, etc.
4.Participates in activities that support the education and service-related missions of Rush University Medical Center.
5.Meets clinical and professional competencies standards as defined in Level 1 of the CDS Clinical Career Ladder program (see CDS Clinical Career Ladder document).

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: Endocrin & Diabetes Care PBC

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: $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.