Physician: Dermatology - Glenview and Lake Forest, IL
Listed compensation
$325k-$440k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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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 Board Certified/Board Eligible Dermatologist to join a well-established dermatology practice serving patients across Chicago's North Shore communities.
Opportunity Highlights
- Join a collaborative group of 8 Dermatologists
- General dermatology practice with a diverse patient population of all ages
- Access to advanced services, including phototherapy, MOHS surgery, and aesthetic offerings
Practice Across Two Desirable North Shore Locations
- Glenview Outpatient Center
- Lake Forest campus
- Collaborative, physician-led environment with strong specialty support and referral relationships
- Dedicated clinical support staff and modern outpatient facilities
NM Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital is a community hospital located in Lake Forest, Illinois – Rated a 5-star hospital, the highest possible rating by CMS, and named the Consumer Choice hospital in Lake and Kenosha counties for 10 years in a row by National Research Corporation. The hospital has been ranked No. 8 (tie) in the Chicago Metro Area and Illinois by U.S. News & World Report, (2024 – 2025).
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: $325,000.00
- Salary Range Maximum: $440,000.00
- Compensation: USD 325000 - USD 440000 - yearly
Key Responsibilities
Provide general dermatological care to a diverse patient population across two North Shore locations. Collaborate with a group of eight dermatologists and utilize advanced services including phototherapy and MOHS surgery.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Dermatology — Physician Career Context
Of the 40 active Dermatology listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 63% have no call, 40% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$383k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $383k 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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Living in Lake Forest
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $924k≈ 2.8× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $4,668/mo≈ 17% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 31 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.