Location: Aurora, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Group

Hospital: Rush Copley Medical Center

Department: Ogden - Orthopedics

Work Type: Full Time 

Orthopedic Surgery 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 Surgery Sports Medicine.

This position offers a balanced 50/50 split between outpatient clinical care and surgical intervention, providing the ideal environment for a surgeon who values both patient continuity and high-volume operative time. 

Clinical & Surgical Scope

 •Surgical Volume: Perform 12–15 surgeries per week, with dedicated block scheduling from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

 •Case Mix: Diagnose and treat sports-related injuries, including ACL tears, rotator cuff injuries, and meniscus tears. Perform arthroscopic and minimally invasive surgeries. 

•Outpatient Clinic: Average 20+ patients per day with a structured schedule (8:00 AM – 4:30/5:00 PM) and a dedicated lunch hour. 

•Facilities: Surgeries are performed at Rush Copley Medical Center or our state-of-the-art Ambulatory Surgery Center on Ogden. 

•Support Team: join a well-established practice of orthopedic surgeons and Work alongside a dedicated Medical Assistant and Nurse to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care. 

Community Impact & Athletics 

At Rush Copley, our Sports Medicine team is deeply integrated into the local community. This role includes:

 •Serving as a key physician for several local high school athletic programs and Aurora University.

 •On-site coverage for 4–5 home high school football games per year. 

•Work closely with athletic trainers, physical therapists, and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment and rehabilitation plans. 

Schedule & Call 

•Call Rotation: 1:7 rotation 

•Support: Call is shared with a skilled team of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), ensuring a manageable and predictable schedule. 

Qualifications 

•MD or DO degree and Board Certification/Eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery. 

•Completion of a Sports Medicine Fellowship.

 •Open to new graduates with a strong clinical background and a passion for sports-related orthopedic care. 

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 Copley 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 Copley Medical Center, located in the Fox Valley area, is a key part of the Rush network, offering state-of-the-art facilities and high-quality care to its community. With its academic affiliation to Rush University, Rush Copley patients benefit from access to the latest medical advancements. The hospital provides comprehensive services, from 24/7 emergency care to advanced cancer treatment, surgical services, and women's health. Rush Copley’s collaborative approach to care ensures that each patient receives compassionate, patient-centered treatment, backed by the latest technologies and medical expertise.

Rush Copley is surrounded by excellent suburbs including Naperville, which ranked number one among the 228 cities rated for the Best Cities to Raise a Family in America and Cities with the Best Public Schools in America by Niche.com. Living in the western suburbs of Chicago offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and easy access to the excitement of Chicago. Ideal for families, with excellent schools, abundant parks, and community-focused atmospheres, the affordable cost of living make the western suburbs a desirable option for those seeking a high quality of life near all that Chicago has to offer. With abundant outdoor recreation options and a rich cultural scene, it’s the perfect place to balance work, family, and personal pursuits. The area is well-connected by major highways for easy commuting. 

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: $586,204 – $889,915 

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). 

Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems. Rush offers a dynamic, inclusive workplace committed to diversity and inclusion, where staff thrive in a culture that prioritizes both professional growth and work-life balance. Whether you're advancing your career or looking to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of the community, Rush provides the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to excellence in care and equity. 

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.

About Rush University Medical Center

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 comprises Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital, as well as numerous 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, the College of Health Sciences and the Graduate College. Rush University Medical Center is an elite medical community recognized for excellence in patient care, medical discovery and clinical expertise. 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 2021-2022. This places the Medical Center amongst the top 20 of the 3,000 hospitals evaluated. U.S. News & World Report has also recognized nine Rush programs amongst the nation’s best, including top ten national rankings for neurology and neurosurgery and orthopedics. T...hese accolades, along with many others that include a decade of Magnet® designation, are a reflection of the collective efforts and commitment to excellence demonstrated by our physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses and medical staff. Rush University Medical Center has received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking first among 99 academic medical centers across the country. For the second consecutive year, all three Rush University System for Health hospitals have earned the LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation in the Healthcare Equality Index.

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