Physician - Geriatric Medicine - RUMC

Rush University Medical Center•Chicago, IL

72d•$236,000 - $334,000

About The Position

The Division of Geriatric Medicine and Palliative Care at Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications from exceptional clinicians for a full-time Geriatric Medicine Faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We are seeking a fellowship- trained, board-certified or board-eligible Geriatrician to join our expanding academic team in downtown Chicago. This position offers the ideal balance of clinical excellence and scholarly pursuits for physicians passionate about advancing geriatric care. The chosen candidate will join an established, collaborative group of geriatricians in a supportive academic environment known for clinical innovation and patient-centered care.

Requirements

Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical institution
Completion of an accredited Geriatrics Fellowship program
Board-eligible or Board-certified in Geriatrics
Valid IL medical license or ability to obtain licensure
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong clinical excellence across the full spectrum of geriatric care, especially in outpatient settings and inpatient consultative service.
Active commitment to academic medicine, including research, scholarly activity, and educational leadership
Passion for advancing the field of geriatrics through teaching, mentorship, and innovation

Responsibilities

Comprehensive geriatric care across diverse settings:
Ambulatory clinic serving a robust patient panel
Inpatient consultation and hospital-based care
Subacute care in post-acute settings
Academic development and scholarly growth:
Teaching medical students, residents, and geriatric fellows in clinical settings
Curriculum development for learners at all levels
Research collaboration with opportunities for scholarly projects and publications
Program development in our expanding division with multiple new clinical and educational initiatives
Call responsibility: Each physician takes call for their own patients during the week. Weekend and holiday call are shared equally amongst the faculty members.