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Emergency Medicine (ER) Hands-On Rotation

Park Hospital (Jackson Park Hospital) | Rosalind Franklin University and Chicago Medical School Affiliated, Chicago, Illinois

4 Weeks
FMG-Friendly
SLOE / LOR Included
100% Inpatient Hands-on
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  • Location & Details

City: Chicago

State: Illinois

Duration: 4 weeks

Rotation Type: Inpatient, Hands-on

Rotation Setting: 100% Inpatient

Specialty: Emergency Room (ER) – Affiliated with Rosalind Franklin University & Swedish Covenant Hospital

Max Students: 3-4 per rotation

  • Schedule & Capacity

Shift Length: 8 to 12 hours (depending on attending’s schedule)

Weekend Requirement: Two Saturday/Sunday shifts during the month

Schedule: Real-time shift work, similar to actual emergency medicine practice

Timings: Subject to change based on attending physician availability

  • Educational Value

LOR Type: Hospital letterhead; SLOE LOR done. Based on performance/sincerity & attendance.

Physician Affiliation: Emergency Room Attending Physician

Residency Program: Yes at the affiliated University

FMG-Friendly: Yes, with residents and Fellows

  • Financial Overview

Rotation Fee: $2,000

Included: Application, Malpractice, HIPAA/Credentialing fees

Accommodation: $850 (double) – $1,250 (single)

Accommodation Distance: 3-5 minute walk from hospital

  • Physician Affiliations

Emergency Room Attending Physician

Affiliated Institutions: Rosalind Franklin University and Chicago Medical School Affiliated Park Hospital (Jackson Park Hospital) & Swedish Covenant Hospital, Chicago, Illinois.

  • Description of the Rotation
  • Shift-Based Clinical Experience
  • ER experience is provided in real-time shift work, similar to actual emergency medicine practice.
  • Shifts range from 8 to 12 hours, depending on the attending’s schedule.
  • Students will complete two Saturday/Sunday shifts during the month.
  • All timings are subject to change based on attending physician availability.
  • Academic Requirements
  • Students may be required to attend: Didactic sessions, Lectures, Grand rounds.
  • The attending physicians will share the full rotation schedule at the start of the program.
  • LOR or SLOE can be issued upon performance.
  • Clinical Learning Experience

This rotation offers a unique opportunity for medical graduates committed to becoming strong, successful residents. Students will encounter a broad range of emergency and acute care cases and learn:

  • Patient assessment and clinical decision-making
  • Appropriate medical management (Rx/Mx)
  • Understanding of the U.S. healthcare system
  • Hands-on ER experience under the supervision of teaching attendings
  • Core Responsibilities

While working as part of the emergency care team, students will:

  • Interact with diverse patient populations
  • Perform detailed histories and physical examinations
  • Review labs, imaging, and clinical notes
  • Develop differential diagnoses
  • Create and implement management plans under supervision
  • Participate in discharge planning and follow-up coordination
  • Completion and Certification
At the end of your 4-week rotation, students may request a performance-based Letter of Recommendation (LOR) or SLOE on hospital letterhead.
  • Letter of Recommendation / SLOE

At the end of the 4-week rotation, students may request a performance-based Letter of Recommendation (LOR) or SLOE on official hospital letterhead.

LOR Type: Hospital letterhead; SLOE LOR done. LOR will be based on performance/sincerity and attendance.

  • Cost Breakdown

Item

Cost

Notes

Rotation Fee

$2,000

Includes Application, Malpractice, and HIPAA/Credentialing Fees

Accommodation (Single)

$1,250

Private room, 3-5 min walk from hospital

Accommodation (Double)

$850

Shared room, 3-5 min walk from hospital

  • Accommodation options are available both on double occupancy and single occupancy within 3 to 5 minute walking distance from the hospital. Once you have paid the rotation fee and accommodation fees, we will connect you to the landlord.
  • Requirements & Documents

Applicants must provide the following documents to: info@medicalstudentrotation.com (star is mandatory others are optional)

  • MMR / Hepatofes *
  • PPD (within the last 12 months) *
  • Physical exam (within 12 months) *
  • Proof of Covid vaccine *
  • USMLE Scores
  • Resume
  • Hospital & Residency Information

Does the Hospital have a Residency?
Yes at the affiliated University.

Is the Hospital FMG-friendly?
Yes, there are residents and Fellows.

Affiliated with: Rosalind Franklin University, Chicago Medical School, and Swedish Covenant Hospital.

  • Payment & Refund Policy
  • You can book your rotation before 2 months of rotation start date by paying $350 deposit which will be counted towards your total rotation fees. If cancelled, it is nonrefundable.
  • ⁠Full rotation fee payment is due 2 months before the rotation start date.
  • You can also pay the entire rotation fee at the start without putting a deposit down.
  • ⁠50% if the total fees paid will be refunded if rotation is canceled before 4 weeks of the start date.
  • No refunds after that (within 4 weeks of start date).
  • SLOE & Shift Details

SLOE Eligible: Standardized Letter of Evaluation (SLOE) available upon performance.

Real-time ER shifts: Experience authentic emergency medicine shift work, including weekend requirements.

Didactics: Access to lectures, grand rounds, and didactic sessions.

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Ensure you have all required documents ready before proceeding.

Requirements & Policies

What you need to know before applying

Submit all documents to ✉ info@medicalstudentrotation.com

Required documents

Submit before rotation start

  • ✓ MMR & Hepatitis vaccination records
  • ✓ PPD (within last 6 months), Quantiferon, or IGRA
  • ✓ COVID-19 vaccination proof
  • ✓ Full immunization records
  • ✓ Resume / CV
  • ✓ Copy of passport and visa

Hospital & affiliation

Jackson Park Hospital

Hospital Park Hospital (Jackson Park Hospital)
Affiliation Rosalind Franklin University & Chicago Medical School
Setting Inpatient, hands-on
Experience Fully engaging with OR experience
Dress code Casual business attire, scrubs, or lab coat

Payment & refund policy

Rotation fee and deposit structure

Deposit to secure spot

$350

Credited toward total fee · non-refundable if cancelled

Full payment deadline

2 months before start

Or pay the full fee upfront — no deposit needed

  • Book your rotation up to 2 months before the start date by paying the $350 deposit, which counts toward your total fee.
  • Full rotation fee is due 2 months before the rotation start date. You may also pay the entire fee upfront without a deposit.
  • 50% refund available if the rotation is cancelled more than 4 weeks before the start date.
  • No refund for cancellations within 4 weeks of the start date.