Information for Students

Resident Recruitment and Program Values

Our program is committed to creating a training environment defined by equal opportunity, professionalism, and clearly applied standards.

We have a strong track record of producing technically capable, fellowship-ready surgeons from a broad range of backgrounds, and we remain dedicated to recruiting and supporting residents committed to outstanding patient care and surgical education.

Visiting Student/Audition Rotations

We offer competitive four-week audition rotations at Olympia Fields Hospital for applicants in the upcoming Match cycle.

Visiting students rotate between Dr. Payne and Dr. Mehl, with direct involvement in clinic, the operating room, and weekly educational activities. Students are expected to engage actively in patient care appropriate to their training level and to integrate fully with the resident team.

Visiting students will be expected to complete a brief 10–15-minute PowerPoint presentation during their rotation on a topic of their choice.

How to Apply

To be considered for a visiting rotation, submit the following documents in a single email to both addresses below:

  • Completed Rotation Application (2026-2027 Application)

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Unofficial USMLE and/or COMLEX score reports (including any failed examinations)

  • Unofficial medical school transcript

franciscanorthochiefs@gmail.com

Jacqueline.Claxton@franciscanalliance.org

Approved applicants will then be contacted regarding rotation scheduling.

Questions

For questions regarding visiting student rotations, please contact:

Jackie Claxton, Medical Clerkship Coordinator
20201 S. Crawford Avenue
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
📞 (708) 855-8006
📠 (708) 503-3241

Residency Applicants

We participate in Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS®)

Application Requirements:

  • Currently enrolled in or a graduate of an LCME- or COCA-accredited medical school

  • ERAS application

  • Minimum of three (3) letters of recommendation

  • Personal statement

  • Medical school transcript

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • COMLEX and/or USMLE scores

  • Professional photograph

Application Deadline: To be announced. Late or incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all required materials are submitted in ERAS prior to the deadline.

Interview Process

  • Interview invitations and scheduling details will be communicated to selected applicants following application review.

For questions regarding residency applications, please contact:

Tawnee Askew, Program Coordinator

20201 S. Crawford Avenue

Olympia Fields, IL 60461

📧 taskew@primehealthcare.com

📞 (708) 855-7019

📠 (708) 503-3241