Physician - Orthopedics - Non-Operative Sports Medicine - RCMC

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 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.