Physician - Gastroenterology Functional Bowel - Chicago

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April 29, 2026

Job Description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Gastroenterology

Gastroenterologist Functional Bowel – 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 Gastroenterologist Functional Bowel Specialist.

We are seeking a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist with expertise or a strong clinical focus in functional bowel disorders to join a growing, high-performing digestive health program. This is a unique opportunity to build and expand a specialized practice in disorders such as IBS, functional dyspepsia, and motility-related conditions within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Position Highlights:

• Focus on functional GI disorders including IBS, chronic constipation, functional dyspepsia, and functional diarrhea.

• Collaborative care model with nutritionists, behavioral health, and advanced endoscopy

• Access to advanced diagnostics (motility testing, anorectal manometry, breath testing, etc. )

• Mix of outpatient care and procedural time with main location at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago; schedule will include some clinical rotations at Rush Oak Park Hospital in Oak Park, IL

• Strong referral base with opportunity to grow regional and national reputation

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and manage patients with complex functional GI and motility disorders

• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans incorporating dietary, pharmacologic, and behavioral therapies

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes

• Participate in program development, including clinical pathways and patient education initiatives

• Contribute to quality improvement and clinical innovation efforts

• Contribute to program growth, quality improvement, and clinical innovation initiatives

• Involvement in research, clinical trials, and teaching

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with completion of Gastroenterology fellowship

• Board Certified in Gastroenterology

• Demonstrated interest or advanced training in functional bowel or motility disorders

• 10 years of Clinical experience or more is preferred for this role

• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Illinois


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: $450,000 - $587,000

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.

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