Physician - Orthopedic Surgery Sports Medicine - RCMC

Location: Aurora, Illinois – Rush Copley Medical Center, part of the Rush University System for Health

About the role

This full-time position offers a balanced 50/50 split between outpatient clinical care and surgical intervention, providing an ideal environment for a surgeon who values both patient continuity and high-volume operative time.

Responsibilities

• Perform 12–15 surgeries per week with dedicated block scheduling from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
• Diagnose and treat sports-related injuries, including ACL tears, rotator cuff injuries, and meniscus tears
• Perform arthroscopic and minimally invasive surgeries
• Manage an outpatient clinic averaging 20+ patients per day with a structured schedule (8:00 AM – 4:30/5:00 PM) and a dedicated lunch hour
• Serve as a key physician for several local high school athletic programs and Aurora University
• Provide on-site coverage for 4–5 home high school football games per year
• Collaborate with athletic trainers, physical therapists, and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment and rehabilitation plans
• Participate in a 1:7 call rotation shared with a skilled team of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)

Facilities & Support

• Surgeries performed at Rush Copley Medical Center or the state-of-the-art Ambulatory Surgery Center on Ogden
• Join a well-established practice of orthopedic surgeons
• Work alongside a dedicated Medical Assistant and Nurse to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Board Certification/Eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery
• Completion of a Sports Medicine Fellowship
• Open to new graduates with a strong clinical background and a passion for sports-related orthopedic care

About Rush University System for Health

Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities. It includes Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities.

Rush Copley Medical Center, located in the Fox Valley area, offers state-of-the-art facilities and high-quality care. With its academic affiliation to Rush University, 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 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, 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, having invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018.

Location & Lifestyle

Rush Copley is surrounded by excellent suburbs, including Naperville, 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 blend of suburban tranquility and easy access to Chicago’s amenities. The area features excellent schools, abundant parks, community-focused atmospheres, and an affordable cost of living. It is well-connected by major highways for easy commuting.

Pay

Total pay range: $586,204 – $889,915. The range reflects factors including knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, certifications, licensure, primary work location, and other business and organizational factors. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. Includes potential sign-on and retention bonuses, as well as relocation allowances.

Benefits

Rush offers a comprehensive benefits package. For details, visit the Rush benefits page.