Physician: Gastroenterology - Huntley, IL
Listed compensation
$560k-$700k
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Job Description
Company Description
Northwestern Medicine is a growing, nationally recognized health system that provides world-class care at 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations in communities throughout Chicago, the suburbs and northern Illinois.
Together with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, we are pushing boundaries in our research labs, training the next generation of physicians and scientists, and pursuing excellence in patient care. Our vision and values are deeply rooted in the idea that patients come first in all we do.
We value building relationships with our patients and their families, listening to their unique needs while providing individualized primary, specialty and hospital-based care. Our recent affiliations and ongoing growth make it possible for us to serve more patients, closer to where they live and work.
While each of our locations has a unique story, Northwestern Medicine is unified under one mission – Patients First.
Job Description
Northwestern Medicine is actively seeking a BE/BC, fellowship trained Gastroenterologist to join our team in Huntley, IL, located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago.
Opportunities for General Gastroenterology
Outpatient Practice with Inpatient Coverage
- This position will be supported by an Advanced Practice Provider to facilitate inpatient consults and transition of care
- A physician led medical group that promotes physician leadership, wellness, and work-life balance
- Outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, and CME fund
- Hospital privileges at NM McHenry Hospital and NM Huntley Hospital
- EUS and ERCP skills not required
- EPIC electronic health record system
- Exceptional communities with excellent schools, parks, restaurants, and amenities
- Easy access to downtown Chicago by car or train
- Salary range: $560,000 - $700,000
Qualifications
BE/BC
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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.
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. Please click here to learn more about benefits.
- Job Shift: Day Job (1st)
- Salary Range Minimum: $560,000.00
- Salary Range Maximum: $700,000.00
- Compensation: USD 560000 - USD 700000 - yearly
Key Responsibilities
The physician will join the team in Huntley, IL, focusing on General Gastroenterology Outpatient practice with support for inpatient consults and transition of care via an Advanced Practice Provider. This role is within a physician-led medical group that emphasizes physician leadership, wellness, and work-life balance.
Licensure & Certifications
Candidates must be Board Eligible or Board Certified (BE/BC) and fellowship-trained in Gastroenterology. Skills in EUS and ERCP are explicitly noted as not required for this position.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Gastroenterology — Physician Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$630k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $630k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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