Physician - Otorhinolaryngology - General - Riverside - Kankakee

Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications for the position of Otolaryngologist.

Practice Highlights:

• General Otolaryngology and subspecialty training is welcome
• Practice is conveniently located on the hospital campus
• Full-time audiologist services
• Hospital privileges with Riverside Medical Center a community hospital with 300 beds with 24/7 anesthesia coverage and robotics. Opportunity for privileges at Rush University Medical Center for high-risk surgical cases and clinical care.
• Research opportunities and teaching with a faculty appointment at Rush University may be available for consideration.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Clinic responsibilities include outpatient clinic, inpatient rounding, OR cases
• Work schedule Monday-Friday
• No ER call responsibilities

Notes and Qualifications:

• Candidate must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Otolaryngology
• Experience is appreciated, but not required as we are open to recent graduates
• Valid Illinois Medical License (or ability to obtain IL Medical License)
• Valid Illinois Controlled Substances License (or ability to obtain IL License)

Community and Lifestyle:

Kankakee, Illinois offers an appealing blend of small-city charm and convenient access to the Chicago metro area. Located just an hour south of Chicago, Kankakee offers a combination of small-city charm and metropolitan accessibility. Known for welcoming atmosphere and affordable cost of living, the region provides a relaxed pace of life ideal for families and professionals alike.

Residents enjoy:

• Recreation: Scenic outdoor amenities along the Kankakee River, including miles of trails for hiking and biking, as well as opportunities for kayaking and fishing
• Travel: Accessible options for all of your travel needs with two major international airports—O'Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport, within an hour's drive.
• Community options: The neighboring communities including Bourbonnais, Manteno, Mokena, and Frankfort, which offer a spectrum of suburban living from quiet, affordable small-town environments to more established and upscale communities, all with access to the broader Chicago metro area.

Altogether, Kankakee presents an ideal setting for physicians seeking professional fulfillment alongside a balanced and rewarding lifestyle.

Rush University System for Health - Hospitals:

• Rush University Medical Center - Chicago, IL - 671-bed academic medical center and 61-bed Children's hospital
• Rush Oak Park Hospital - Oak Park, IL - 185-beds
• Rush Copley Medical Center - Aurora, IL - 210-beds
• Riverside Medical Center - Part of the Rush Health network, located in Kankakee, IL - 300-beds

About Rush University System for Health

Rush University System for Health brings together the brightest minds in medicine, research and academics. Driven by discovery, innovation and a deep responsibility for the health of our communities, Rush is a national leader in outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships and in empowering a new generation of health care providers.

Rush is a nonprofit health system that includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital, as well as an extensive provider network and numerous outpatient care facilities. Rush University Medical Center is ranked among the top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and consistently is named among the top academic medical centers for excellence in patient care by Vizient Inc. and a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group. Rush University comprises three colleges: Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing and the College of Health Sciences.