Maria K.

Lead Service Coordinator


“I am empowering families to take charge of their child’s care.”

Why did you accept a job here?
Rush is a great environment to work in. They also offer really good benefits. The people are wonderful here, too – everyone is always friendly and professional.

What do you do at Rush?
I’m Lead Service Coordinator at the perinatal center, called Child & Family Connections. We receive early intervention referrals from physicians to care for families across the city and throughout the wider community.

What do you think about the work environment?
I get to work with a wide variety of diverse co-workers as well as families that we see for early intervention. It allows for many learning opportunities.

Tell us about a good day at work.
Any day I work with families to help them access early intervention services is a good day. It means I am empowering them to take charge of their child’s care.

Share something your patients have told you about Rush.
I hear from my patients that Rush provides great care. I also hear that the staff is consistently professional and knowledgeable.

What does your future look like at Rush?
I plan to stay with Rush until I reach retirement age!