The University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford (UICOMR) seeks a board-certified physician to serve as medical director of Correctional Medicine. This full-time position includes 10-20% direct patient care at our county jail while serving as the medical director of Correctional Medicine, overseeing a robust full-time medical enterprise at our 1,000+ inmate facility and juvenile detention center. Additional duties in our academic department include clinical care and faculty supervision of medical students and residents in both the inpatient and outpatient settings, with opportunities in education, research, and leadership.

The Winnebago County Jail, located in downtown Rockford, Illinois, is one of the largest jails in the state, with a capacity of approximately 1,324 beds in a 385,000-square-foot facility. It houses both county and federal inmates, providing 24-hour medical care to male and female inmates with various healthcare needs, including acute and chronic conditions. In addition to round-the-clock nursing care, the facility offers specialized services such as mental health, dental, optometry, and physical therapy. The juvenile detention center is a separate facility, accommodating up to 50 youth in a secure and supportive environment.

This position includes clinical responsibilities at UI Health Mile Square Health Center – L.P. Johnson Rockford, the primary training site for the Family Medicine Residency Program. The center emphasizes community health and patient-centered care, providing a foundational learning environment for resident physicians. Learners gain hands-on experience by rotating through various clinical settings, including the health center and correctional facilities, ensuring a well-rounded education across multiple healthcare environments.

Rockford, a progressive mid-sized metropolitan area in northern Illinois, is located approximately 85 miles west of Chicago. The city features an award-winning park system, several gardens showcasing diverse flora and landscapes, a prominent art museum along with other art-related attractions, a vibrant theater scene, a revitalized downtown, a river walk, a minor league hockey team, numerous golf courses, affordable living, a diverse dining scene, and convenient access to other major Midwest cities.

The ideal candidate is a board-certified family medicine physician licensed or license-eligible to practice in Illinois. Experience in Correctional Medicine is preferred.

The budgeted annual salary range for this position is $230,000 to $270,000. The final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. Additional incentive compensation may also be available for clinical work performed beyond the standard scope of responsibilities. 

Benefits-eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package that offers Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday, and Sick; and tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

APPLICATION Instructions

To explore the variety of roles and positions available and to apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/?c=uic.

Please include a cover letter, CV, and list of three professional references with your application.

We will begin reviewing applications on or around Monday, December 16, with full consideration given to those received by this date.

Fullest consideration date: Monday, December 16, at 5:00 pm (CST)
The search committee will review applications received prior to this date for early action.

Final date: Monday, February 24, 2025, at 5:00 pm (CST)
Applications received through Monday, February 24, 2025, at 5:00 pm (CST), will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. 

Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899

The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.