Urologic Oncology Section Chief - Chicago (Leadership)

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 441,000 - 669,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago seeks a Section Chief for Urology – Urologic Oncology to lead clinical, educational, and research missions. The role focuses on multidisciplinary care, advanced robotic procedures, and patient-centered outcomes in prostate cancer and other urologic cancers.

The position emphasizes collaboration with oncology and radiology faculty, commitment to education of trainees, and advancement of clinical programs within a major academic health system.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree (Board-certified or eligible in Urology)
• Fellowship-trained in Urologic Oncology preferred
• Experience in laparoscopy/robotic surgery is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for clinical, educational, and research missions of the section
• Promote clinical quality, patient safety, and operational efficiency
• Collaborate with faculty to enhance multidisciplinary care and program development
• Identify opportunities for research collaboration and external funding
• Support departmental policies, accreditation standards, and budget planning
• Deliver inpatient/outpatient urology care including oncologic care at Rush downtown campus
• Perform advanced minimally invasive and robotic procedures (DaVinci XI/SP)
• Contribute to education of students, residents, and fellows

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Urologic Oncology

Robotic Surgery

Research Collaboration

Medical Education

Education

MD or DO

Tools

DaVinci Xi

Job description

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago seeks a Section Chief for Urology – Urologic Oncology to lead clinical, educational, and research missions. The role focuses on multidisciplinary care, advanced robotic procedures, and patient-centered outcomes in prostate cancer and other urologic cancers.

The position emphasizes collaboration with oncology and radiology faculty, commitment to education of trainees, and advancement of clinical programs within a major academic health system.