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

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 Disorder Neurologist Clinical Faculty in the Interventional Program . The Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Program at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago is looking for an Assistant Professor to join its expanding Interventional Movement Disorder Program . This program manages patients undergoing evaluations and treatments such as Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), infusion therapies, and MRI-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS). We're looking for candidates with a strong clinical and research interest in using DBS, focused ultrasound, and other advanced therapies for movement disorders. We also welcome those with a secondary interest in areas like genetics, cognition, neuropsychiatric issues, physiology, imaging, or basic science. This role is primarily clinically focused, but offers ample opportunities for research collaboration and educational initiatives. The Rush Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Program is the largest and oldest of its kind in Chicagoland, holding several Centers of Excellence designations at Rush University. This recruitment is a key part of a strategic growth initiative at Rush University Medical Center. We are seeking a Board Certified Neurologist who has completed a fellowship program to join our comprehensive team. The successful candidate will become part of a robust program comprising 12 movement disorder neurologists, 3 neuropsychologists, 2 psychiatrists, and 15 clinical staff. Additionally, the program boasts a substantial clinical and translational research infrastructure, supported by 15 clinical research managers and coordinators. The program sees approximately 6,000 adult and pediatric patients annually, encompassing all types of movement disorders. We are looking for a candidate with a strong commitment to patient care, resident and fellow education, clinical medicine, and research. The successful candidate will be eligible for a faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor level or higher within Rush Medical College, with rank commensurate with experience and accomplishments. Fellows, students, Psychiatry, and videography are integral components of our program. Rush University System for Health (Rush) is an academic health system whose mission is to improve the health of the individuals and the diverse communities it serves through the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships. Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital, as well as numerous regional outpatient care facilities. Rush University, with more than 2,500 students, is a health sciences university that comprises Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, and the College of Health Sciences. Rush is an elite medical community recognized yearly for excellence in patient care, medical discovery and clinical expertise. We are committed to fostering and sustaining a climate and culture wherein all staff, faculty, patients, and students thrive. Our continued pursuits have earned Rush University Medical Center the distinction of being on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals Honor Roll for 2024-2025. This places the Medical Center amongst the top 50 of the more than 5,000 hospitals evaluated. U.S. News & World Report has also recognized eleven Rush programs amongst the nation’s best, including top ten national rankings for neurology and neurosurgery and orthopedics. Rush University Medical Center has received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking second among 99 academic medical centers across the country. All three Rush hospitals have earned the LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation in the Healthcare Equality Index. Additionally, Rush has been named as one of the nation’s "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for past six consecutive years. Our physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses and staff are the heartbeat of our health system’s ongoing success. We know how important it is to recruit and retain exceptional staff and faculty to execute our mission. We’re passionate about health equity: for the communities we serve, for our patients and for our employees. We know that the South and West Sides of Chicago have historically been underserved. As a result, there is a 16-year gap in the life expectancy of someone in Chicago’s Loop versus someone in Chicago’s West Side. As the largest employer on Chicago’s West Side, we take it seriously that our institution can change this. As part of our Anchor Mission strategy, we hire, invest, buy and source, and volunteer locally. We’ve invested more than $6 million on the West Side since 2018, and that number continues to grow every year. And, of course, we continue to provide excellent patient care for everyone who comes to Rush. 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 ( Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. 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