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**Job Description** Location: Aurora, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Group Hospital: Rush Copley Medical Center Department: Orthopedics **Orthopedic Non-Operative Sports Medicine - Physician** **Rush Copley Medical Center** **Aurora, IL** **Rush Copley Medical Center** , in Aurora, Illinois, part of the Rush University System for Health network of hospitals, invites applications for the position of **Orthopedic Non-Operative Sports Medicine Physician.** The Orthopedic Non-Operative Sports Medicine Physician specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of musculoskeletal injuries in active individuals and athletes. This role involves close collaboration with other healthcare professionals, including physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons, to coordinate comprehensive care. The physician plays a vital role in helping patients maintain their activity levels and improve their quality of life through effective non-operative management. **Position Requirements** - Clinic Schedule: Provides 36 hours of patient-facing care per week, Monday through Friday. - Patient Assessment: Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients with musculoskeletal injuries, which includes taking detailed medical histories and conducting thorough physical examinations. - Diagnosis: Formulates accurate diagnoses for a wide range of sports-related injuries and conditions by integrating clinical findings with the interpretation of advanced imaging modalities (e.g., X-rays, MRI, and Ultrasound). - Non-Surgical Treatment: Develops and implements individualized treatment plans, which integrate medications, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and advanced ultrasound-guided procedures, including injections, compression and minor musculoskeletal interventions. - Injury Prevention: Develops and implements customized injury prevention programs for athletes and active individuals, with a focus on optimizing training regimens and biomechanics. - Ortho- Clinic Coverage: Provides coverage for the group's high-volume, walk-in clinic, managing a wide range of urgent musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. If surgery is needed, patients are referred to Copley Orthopedic Surgeons. - Collaboration: Partners with a multidisciplinary team of physical therapists, athletic trainers, and orthopedic surgeons to ensure comprehensive and seamless patient care. - Patient Education: Provides comprehensive patient education on injuries, treatment options, and self-management strategies to optimize recovery and prevent recurrence. **Minimum Qualifications** - Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution. - Board certification or board-eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, with a fellowship in Sports Medicine. - Strong clinical skills in diagnosing and managing musculoskeletal conditions. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. - Set priorities and strategically identify issues, underlying problems, and potential solutions to develop a plan of action. - Strong attention to detail and accuracy. - Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced environment. **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 offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page ( **Pay Range:** $10.00 - $500.00 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. 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. **Rush Copley Medical Center** , located in the Fox Valley area, is a key part of the Rush network, offering state-of-the-art facilities and high-quality care to its community. With its academic affiliation to Rush University, Rush Copley patients benefit from access to the latest medical advancements. The hospital provides comprehensive services, from 24/7 emergency care to advanced cancer treatment, surgical services, and women's health. Rush Copley's collaborative approach to care ensures that each patient receives compassionate, patient-centered treatment, backed by the latest technologies and medical expertise. Rush Copley is surrounded by excellent suburbs including Naperville, which ranked number one among the 228 cities rated for the Best Cities to Raise a Family in America and Cities with the Best Public Schools in America by Niche.com. Living in the western suburbs of Chicago offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and easy access to the excitement of Chicago. Ideal for families, with excellent schools, abundant parks, and community-focused atmospheres, the affordable cost of living make the western suburbs a desirable option for those seeking a high quality of life near all that Chicago has to offer. With abundant outdoor recreation options and a rich cultural scene, it's the perfect place to balance work, family, and personal pursuits. The area is well-connected by major highways for easy commuting. 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. Join Rush and become part of one of the nation's best healthcare systems. Rush offers a dynamic, inclusive workplace committed to diversity and inclusion, where staff thrive in a culture that prioritizes both professional growth and work-life balance. Whether you're advancing your career or looking to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of the community, Rush provides the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to excellence in care and equity. 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 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. As part of our Anchor Mission strategy, we hire, invest, buy and source, and volunteer locally. 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. **Pay Range:** $285,000 - $400,000 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._ **Position** Physician - Orthopedics - Non-Operative Sports Medicine - RCMC **Location** US:IL:Aurora **Req ID** 23044

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