Headache Medicine– Clinical Faculty/Physician

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 267,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL seeks a Headache Medicine Neurologist for the Department of Neurological Sciences and Division of Headache Medicine and Neuro-ophthalmology. The role includes inpatient and outpatient care at the downtown campus, growing the Headache Medicine practice, and teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.

The department highlights strong research infrastructure with multiple funded projects and collaboration with General Neurology.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACGME-accredited Neurology Residency.
• Fellowship training in Headache Medicine.
• Hold medical licensure in IL (or eligible to obtain IL license).
• Eligibility for a faculty appointment as assistant professor or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient and outpatient care at our downtown campus.
• Grow our outpatient Headache Medicine practice.
• Teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Support and engage in research activities within the division.

Skills

Teaching

Neurology

Headache Medicine

Education

ACGME Neurology Residency

Headache Medicine Fellowship

IL Medical License (or eligible)

Job description

Headache Medicine- Clinical Faculty/Physician

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 Headache Medicine Neurologist in the Department of Neurological Sciences and Division of Headache Medicine and Neuro-ophthalmology.

Department and Department Specifics:

• Collaboration with the General Neurology team and 6 academic clinical neurologists with Headache Medicine expertise
• Our Neurology and Neurosurgery program is currently ranked 5th in U.S. & World News for specialty programs
• Rush has made a commitment to significantly grow the already robust neuroscience program and footprint regionally and nationally, including with a new ambulatory building that opened in 2023

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Inpatient and Outpatient Care at our downtown campus
• Grow our outpatient Headache Medicine practice
• Teaching medical students, residents, and fellows at Rush University Medical Center
• The department also boasts a strong research infrastructure allowing faculty to thrive in their research pursuits, currently our division has multiple funded research projects in various areas of focus

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACGME-accredited Neurology Residency, Eligibility in ABPN in General Neurology and UCNS in Headache Medicine
• Fellowship training in Headache Medicine
• Hold medical licensure in IL (or can obtain IL License)
• Eligibility for a faculty appointment as assistant professor or level commensurate with their 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: $267,000 - $360,000

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 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.