Physician Medical Director Practice Opportunity

Illinois Academy for Physicians; Illinois; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

OrthoIllinois Injury Express in Rockford, Illinois seeks a fellowship-trained physician to serve as Medical Director, combining clinical excellence with leadership to guide a specialized orthopedic walk-in service.

You will lead clinical operations, drive access to care, and collaborate with subspecialists across Hand, Joints, Sports, Pediatric, Spine, and Trauma to deliver high-quality orthopedic care in a state-of-the-art setting.

Qualifications

• MD degree with board certification or eligibility.
• Fellowship training completed in Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, or Sports Medicine.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Lead OrthoIllinois Injury Express as Medical Director in Rockford.
• Oversee orthopedic walk-in service and care delivery across the continuum.
• Collaborate with subspecialty teams across Hand, Joints, Sports, Pediatric, Spine, and Trauma.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Strategic planning

Education

MD

Fellowship training completed

Illinois medical license eligibility

Job description

Join OrthoIllinois Injury Express as a Fellowship-Trained Physician Medical Director

Are you a fellowship-trained Physician seeking a meaningful leadership role in a thriving community? OrthoIllinois invites you to join our distinguished team in Rockford, Illinois, where you can combine clinical excellence with medical leadership.

We’re seeking a fellowship-trained Physician with Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, or Family Practice Sports Medicine experience to serve as Medical Director at our Injury Express location in Rockford, Illinois. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a specialized orthopedic walk-in service while helping expand patient access and care delivery across the continuum.

OrthoIllinois Injury Express is the only local injury walk-in facility specializing in bones and joints, focused on treating new acute orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and work‑related injuries along with onsite and in‑house ancillary services including MRI, X‑Ray, PT/OT, DME, and Orthotics & Prosthetics in modern, state‑of‑the‑art facilities. The practice is centered in a welcoming walk‑in clinic environment, backed by the expertise of highly skilled subspecialty orthopedic surgeons—giving the Medical Director a unique platform to make a visible impact.

About OrthoIllinois

OrthoIllinois stands as a leading orthopedic practice serving Northwest Illinois, committed to comprehensive and compassionate care for a wide spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions. Our experienced group includes fellowship‑trained surgeons specializing in:

• Sports Medicine
• Hip & Knee
• Trauma
• Spine
• Hand and Wrist
• Foot and Ankle
• Pediatric Orthopedics
• Work Injuries

We emphasize a personalized approach, utilizing advanced diagnostics, minimally invasive procedures, and a dedicated rehabilitation team for optimal patient outcomes. Our culture encourages collaboration, providing physicians with professional growth and personal support.

Life in Rockford

Rockford is home to a regional population of 300,000 and is beautifully situated along the Rock River, just 80 miles west of downtown Chicago. Residents enjoy direct access to national and international destinations via Rockford International Airport. The city is known for its family‑friendly atmosphere, seasonal outdoor markets, diverse restaurants, cultural events, extensive outdoor paths, and public parks.

Recognized by Sports Illustrated as “Sports Town USA” for its many golf courses and sports venues, including the Rockford Rivets Baseball and Rockford Ice Hogs AHL hockey teams

Nature lovers will appreciate Rock Cut State Park and the renowned Anderson Japanese Gardens

Quality public and private school options available for families

Rockford’s cost of living is 25% below the national average, making it a highly affordable place to live

Conveniently located near Chicago, Madison, and Milwaukee

Position Qualifications

• MD degree, board-certified or eligible
• Fellowship training completed
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Illinois
• Team-oriented and dedicated to delivering high‑quality care

What We Offer

• Leadership opportunity in a growing orthopedic urgent care model
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Strong clinical collaboration and subspecialty support across Hand, Joints, Sports, Pediatric, Spine, and Trauma care
• Access to advanced technology, robust ancillary services, and the ability to shape patient access and program growth