Physician: Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Job Description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a full-time BE/BC Orthopaedic Surgeon with fellowship training in Hand to join our team in Sycamore and Sandwich, IL, located in the far west suburbs of Chicago. We are known for providing world-class orthopedic care and the only healthcare system in Illinois with two nationally ranked orthopedic programs.

• Leading-Edge Care, Close to Home - Join a very busy practice with 13 Musculoskeletal Specialists and 7 Orthopedic Surgeons
• Opportunity is hand and elbow.
• Will be 2nd fellowship trained Hand Surgeon in the practice.
• Practice boasts outstanding ancillary support such as in office PT/OT, MRI and ambulatory surgery center.
• Clinics onsite at Sycamore and Sandwich, IL
• Call requirements: Q7.
• A physician led medical group that promotes physician leadership, wellness, and work-life balance.
• Outstanding compensation and benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, and CME fund.
• OR privileges at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital and Midlands Surgery Center
• EPIC electronic health record system

The DeKalb County community is a warm, vibrant city full of suburban sophistication, offering four seasons of recreation, arts, and entertainment. Located just 60 miles west of Chicago and within easy reach of O'Hare and Midway Airports.  It is coupled with Northern Illinois University and Kishwaukee Community College. DeKalb County also offers a strong diverse workforce, a great school district and a thriving business community. Situated 30 minutes from neighboring communities of St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia; The Pride of the Fox Valley Community (Kane County), all of which offer great school districts, fine dining, arts and entertainment, recreational and unique shopping experiences. Our physicians both live and work close to home.

Qualifications

BE/BC

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.  Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. 

Benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer an excellent benefits package. This includes a continuing medical education allowance, paid time off, well-being fund, 401k, paid parental leave, malpractice insurance and much more. Moreover, we will provide financial stability and administrative support so you can focus on your passion – practicing medicine. *Benefits Eligibility is based on classification please note that Casual / Per Diem/Moonlighter classifications are not benefits eligible.

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Compensation: 695000 to 765000 (USD) (YEARLY)