Physician - Neurological Sciences - Movement Disorders - Chicago (Downtown)

Location: Chicago, IL

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Neurological Sciences

Movement Disorders - Clinical Faculty

Rush University Medical Center

Chicago, IL

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 Movement Disorders Neurologist in the Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Program .


About the Rush Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Program

• It is the largest and oldest program of its kind in Chicagoland, holding several Centers of Excellence designations at Rush University
• Comprised of 12 movement disorder neurologists, 3 neuropsychologists, 2 psychiatrists, and 15 clinical staff members
• Boasts a substantial clinical and translational research infrastructure, supported by 15 clinical research managers and coordinators
• We see approximately 6,000 adult and pediatric patients annually, encompassing all types of movement disorders
• Fellows, students, psychiatry, and videography are integral components of our program
• Our Neurology and Neurosurgery program is currently ranked 5th in U.S. & World News for specialty programs

Duties & Responsibilities:

• No call, traditional Monday-Friday schedule with work-life balance built in
• Primarily clinically focused, but offers ample opportunities for research collaboration and educational initiatives
• Manage patients undergoing evaluations and treatments such as Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), infusion therapies, and MRI-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS)
• Clinical and research interest in using DBS, focused ultrasound, and other advanced therapies for movement disorders
• Secondary interests in areas such as genetics, cognition, neuropsychiatric issues, physiology, imaging, or basic science
• Strong commitment to patient care, resident and fellow education, clinical medicine, and research

Preferred Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology
• Completed Fellowship training in Movement Disorders
• Hold medical licensure in IL (or can obtain IL licensure)
• Eligibility for a faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor level or higher, with rank commensurate with experience and accomplishments

Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities.


Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities.


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, particularly 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. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all.

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: $ 257,820 - $ 351,610


Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page (


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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.