Advanced Practice Provider - Interventional Radiology - Chicago & Oak Park,

Interventional Radiology Advanced Practice Provider

Rush University System for Health in Chicago & Oak Park, IL, invites applications for the position of Interventional Radiology (IR) Advanced Practice Provider (APP). The IR APP will deliver comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care, including consultation, peri-procedural evaluation, and longitudinal patient management. This role combines inpatient rounding, outpatient clinic care, and image-guided procedures, functioning within a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Practice alongside nine Interventional Radiology physicians and four fellow APPs

Integrated academic environment with residency and fellowship programs

Collaboration with vascular surgery, oncology, hepatology, transplant, and critical care teams

Nationally recognized for clinical excellence and innovation

Duties & Responsibilities

• 4, 10-hour shifts/week
• Hybrid inpatient, outpatient, and procedural role
• Dedicated weekly clinic sessions (including Rush Oak Park Hospital)
• Image-guided and clinic-based procedures
• Pod model with assigned physician and nurse
• Reporting directly to the Interventional Radiology Department Administrator

Key Responsibilities

Inpatient & Procedural Care

• Perform daily inpatient rounding on assigned Interventional Radiology patients
• Provide follow-up management for patients with IR-placed drains, lines, and feeding tubes
• Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes
• Deliver patient education, discharge planning, and post-procedure care instructions
• Provide cross-coverage for line and drain management during APP absences
• Perform image-guided procedures, including:
• Paracentesis
• Thoracentesis
• Bone marrow and bone lesion biopsies
• Aspirations with or without drainage catheter placement
• Drain checks and removals
• Support peri-procedural evaluation and management of complex patients
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation of all inpatient and procedural encounters
• Maintain procedural competency and adhere to safety and quality standards
• Complete and document comprehensive history and physical examinations, health assessments, and individualized care plans
• Order, perform, and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests and procedures within scope of practice
• Prescribe medications and therapies (pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic) as delegated
• Initiate consultations and make appropriate referrals to other healthcare professionals and services
• Ensure clear, concise, and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record

Outpatient Clinic

• Maintain dedicated weekly clinic sessions (including Rush Oak Park Hospital)
• Practice within a pod model alongside an assigned physician and nurse
• Conduct follow-up visits for IR patients, including those with drains and feeding tubes
• Perform clinic-based procedures as appropriate
• Manage patient communication, including:
• Post-procedure concerns
• Drain and line care questions
• Coordination of follow-up care
• Provide comprehensive patient education on self-care and post-procedure management
• Collaborate with nursing staff to ensure continuity of care and patient satisfaction
• Support efficient clinic operations and timely patient throughput

Preferred Qualifications

• Applicants with previous Advanced Practice Provider experience preferred, not required. Relevant RN experience may be considered.
• APRN Candidates will require Acute Care Certification.

Position Requirements

Nurse Practitioner:

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

Physician Assistant:

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

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards. Rush has over 600 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Across the system, the APPs are supported by 4 levels of leadership, including 39 Lead APPs, three chief CRNAs, and a Senior Director of Advanced Practice Providers. Rush's vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day.

Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities. Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities. Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year. All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years. Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all. Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, specialty; relevant experience and training; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. Additional compensation may include premium pay rates, sign-on bonuses, and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package. Pay Range: $124,610 - $175,000 Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page. 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.