Physician: Ophthalmology - Glaucoma Specialist - Grayslake, IL

OphthalmologyIncludes callNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$300k-$440k

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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.

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 recruiting a full-time Ophthalmologist to join our forward-thinking practice. Seeking a BE/BC, Glaucoma Specialist. This is an outstanding opportunity to build your career with the premier healthcare system in the Northern suburbs of Chicago.

Practice Highlights

  • Well-equipped, efficient Ambulatory Surgery Center near Lake Forest Hospital
  • Joining 5 board-certified Ophthalmologists – 2 General, 1 Retina, and 1 OculoPlastics
  • 3 optometrists support practice across all locations
  • Call Responsibility for only 1 hospital (Lake Forest Hospital)
  • Nocturnal APP program provides on-site call support at Lake Forest Hospital from 2:30pm to 2:30am 7 days per week
  • State of the art ophthalmic imaging in ambulatory and OR setting

Successful and expanding multi-specialty physician group that promotes a collegial work environment, physician success and compassionate care

Qualifications

BE/BC Ophthalmology - Glaucoma

Additional Information

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. Please click here to learn more about benefits.

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  • Job Shift: Day Job (1st)
  • Salary Range Minimum: $300,000.00
  • Salary Range Maximum: $440,000.00
  • Compensation: USD 300000 - USD 440000 - yearly

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide specialized glaucoma care and perform surgical procedures within an ambulatory surgery center and hospital setting. They will collaborate with a multi-specialty team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered ophthalmic services.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical practiceMedical consultation

Ophthalmology Career Context

Ophthalmology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 22.0% 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 ~$370k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $370k 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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Work-life snapshot

5.1/ 10
Listing-based score
  • No nights
  • Includes call

Living in Grayslake

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k≈ 1.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,528/mo≈ 10% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

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

Benefits & Perks

Continuing Medical Education Allowance
Paid Time Off
Well-being Fund
401k
Paid Parental Leave
Malpractice Insurance
Health Insurance
Dental