Otolaryngologist (ENT)
Rush University Health System · Kankakee, IL
Posted October 17, 2026
Riverside Medical Center (Kankakee) · 350 N Wall St, Kankakee, IL, US, 60901
- Pay: $457,000 – $630,000
- Employment: Full-time
- Location: Riverside Medical Center (Kankakee)
- Rush Job ID: 27808
Otolaryngologist– Physician
Rush University Medical Center - Riverside Medical Center
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 Otolaryngologist.
Practice Highlights
- General Otolaryngology and subspecialty training is welcome
- Practice is conveniently located on the hospital campus
- Full-time audiologist services
- Hospital privileges with Riverside Medical Center a community hospital with 300 beds with 24/7 anesthesia coverage and robotics. Opportunity for privileges at Rush University Medical Center for high-risk surgical cases and clinical care.
- Research opportunities and teaching with a faculty appointment at Rush University may be available for consideration.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Clinic responsibilities include outpatient clinic, inpatient rounding, OR cases
- Work schedule Monday-Friday
- No ER call responsibilities
Notes and Qualifications
- Candidate must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Otolaryngology
- Experience is appreciated, but not required as we are open to recent graduates
- Valid Illinois Medical License (or ability to obtain IL Medical License)
- Valid Illinois Controlled Substances License (or ability to obtain IL License)
Community and Lifestyle
Kankakee, Illinois offers an appealing blend of small-city charm and convenient access to the Chicago metro area. Known for welcoming atmosphere and affordable cost of living, the region provides a relaxed pace of life ideal for families and professionals alike.
Residents enjoy
- Recreation: Scenic outdoor amenities along the Kankakee River, including miles of trails for hiking and biking, as well as opportunities for kayaking and fishing
- Travel: Accessible options for all of your travel needs with two major international airports—O’Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport, within an hour’s drive.
- Community options: The neighboring communities including Bourbonnais, Manteno, Mokena, and Frankfort, which offer a spectrum of suburban living from quiet, affordable small-town environments to more established and upscale communities, all with access to the broader Chicago metro area.
Altogether, Kankakee presents an ideal setting for physicians seeking professional fulfillment alongside a balanced and rewarding lifestyle.
Why Rush?
- We are an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities
- U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated)
- Vizient’s Quality Leadership Award recipient, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year
- Access to robust research infrastructure and academic growth opportunities
- RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Centers – represents advanced clinical and operational integration in the delivery of cancer care, providing Rush patients greater access to cancer treatments and research considered among the best in the world.
- Be involved with our Rush Anchor Mission to improve the health of the individuals and the diverse communities we serve. Rush is committed to health equity, supporting initiatives on Chicago’s west side and the communities it serves, investing over $6 million dollars as of 2025.
Rush University System for Health – Hospitals
- Rush University Medical Center – Chicago, IL – 671-bed academic medical center and 61-bed Children’s hospital
- Rush Oak Park Hospital – Oak Park, IL – 185-beds
- Rush Copley Medical Center – Aurora, IL – 210-beds
- Riverside Medical Center – Part of the Rush Health network, located in Kankakee, IL - 300-beds
Employer
Rush University Health System
Rush University System for Health (RUSH) is an academic health system in Chicago, built on one goal above all others: providing outstanding care. It integrates patient care, education, research and community partnerships to improve the health of the diverse communities it serves.
The RUSH system:
- Rush University Medical Center, the academic medical center and teaching hospital for Rush Medical College and the Rush College of Nursing, on Chicago's Near West Side
- Rush Copley Medical Center in Aurora and Rush Oak Park Hospital in Oak Park
- Rush University, with 2,500+ students, 40+ degree programs and 60+ residency and fellowship programs
- A growing outpatient network across Chicago, the western and southwestern suburbs and Northwest Indiana, including the new Rush North & Harlem center
Recognized for quality:
- U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals Honor Roll
- Vizient Quality Leadership Award, ranking among the top academic medical centers in the country year after year
- Magnet designation for nursing excellence at all three hospitals
- Five-star CMS ratings for Rush University Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital
- LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation at all three hospitals, and a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion"
Why physicians and advanced practice providers choose RUSH:
- Faculty appointments, teaching and research opportunities alongside nationally ranked programs such as neurology, cardiology and orthopedics
- 600+ APPs supported by a dedicated leadership structure, with a goal of every APP practicing at the top of their license
- Published pay ranges, sign-on bonuses on many roles, relocation allowances, and a comprehensive benefits package
- Tuition assistance, free professional development and well-being programs
RUSH is the largest employer on Chicago's West Side and invests in its neighbors through local hiring, purchasing and volunteering, part of its commitment to closing the West Side life expectancy gap.