Location: Aurora, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Group

Hospital: Rush Copley Medical Center

Department: Psychiatry Adult 

Work Type: Full Time 

Psychiatry– Physician 

Rush Copley Medical Center 

Aurora, IL 

Rush Copley 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 Inpatient and Outpatient Psychiatrist to be primarily located at Rush Copley Medical Center. 

Clinical & Academic Responsibilities

 •This role is a balanced 0.50/0.50 FTE hybrid position, designed for a physician who values both acute consultative work and outpatient care.

 •Inpatient Services (0.50 FTE): Provide expert psychiatric consultation and stabilization within the Emergency Department, general medical-surgical floors, and the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

 •Outpatient Care (0.50 FTE): Manage a diverse clinical portfolio within our outpatient practice, focusing on evidence-based treatment for a broad range of psychiatric disorders. 

•Academic Engagement: As a member of the faculty, the successful candidate is required to participate in Departmental Grand Rounds, contributing to the ongoing education and clinical discourse of the RUSH community. 

•Specialized Focus: We highly value candidates with interest or experience in Consultation-Liaison (C-L), Emergency Psychiatry, and Addiction Psychiatry. 

Qualifications & Requirements

 •Education: Medical degree (MD/DO) and completion of an ACGME-accredited Psychiatry residency. 

•Board Status: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) Board Certified or Board Eligible.

 •Clinical Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of dedicated inpatient psychiatric experience (post-residency/fellowship preferred), demonstrating a strong clinical background in managing complex, high-acuity cases.

 •Licensure: Must possess or be eligible for a permanent Illinois medical license and controlled substance registration. 

•Residency: Must reside within 45 minutes of Rush Copley Medical Center 

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: $277,750 - $368,000

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 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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