Physician: Neurosurgeon - McHenry and Huntley, IL

SurgeryNo callNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$720k-$1000k

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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 seeking a BE/BC Neurosurgeon to join our growing team at NM McHenry Hospital and NM Huntley Hospital located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago.

  • Clinics onsite at McHenry and Huntley, IL
  • Hospital privliges at Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital
  • 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
  • Competitive compensation

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The community is exceptional with excellent schools, parks, restaurants and plenty of amenities. Easy access to Chicago by car or commuter train.

Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital is a nationally recognized 143 licensed bed, acute care teaching hospital located in McHenry, Illinois, with more than 600 physicians in 70 specialties who provide comprehensive medical care.

The hospital achieved five stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in 2017 and 2018, ranking it among the top 9 percent of hospitals in the nation for quality care.

In its 2024-2025 America’s Best Hospitals report, U.S. News and World Report ranked McHenry Hospital No. 13 (tie) in Illinois and No. 12 in the Chicago Metro Area.

Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital, an extension of Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, opened in 2016 in Huntley, Illinois, with more than 600 physicians in 70 specialties who provide comprehensive medical care. The 128-bed facility provides access to Level 2 Trauma Center, Medical-Surgical Services and a 12 bed Intensive Care Unit.

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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  • Job Shift: Day Job (1st)
  • Salary Range Minimum: $720,000.00
  • Salary Range Maximum: $1,000,000
  • Compensation: USD 720000 - USD 1000000 - yearly

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive neurosurgical care to patients at Northwestern Medicine McHenry and Huntley hospitals. Participate in a physician-led medical group focused on patient-centered care and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

Experience
10+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

NeurosurgeryClinical practiceSurgical proceduresMedical leadershipElectronic health records

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician: Neurosurgeon - McHenry and Huntley, IL at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Surgery — ranked against 966 active Surgery listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no night shifts.

Surgery — Physician Career Context

Of the 30 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 67% have no call, 7% require no weekends.

Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 8.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$860k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $860k 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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  • No call
  • No nights
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About Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, Illinois
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k
CME Fund
Paid Time Off
Well-Being Fund
Paid Parental Leave