Physician: Orthopedic Hand Surgeon - Sycamore and Sandwich, IL

Orthopedic SurgeryIncludes callNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$650K - $720K

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Posted 5mo ago

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 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.

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: $650,000.00
  • Salary Range Maximum: $720,000.00
  • Compensation: USD 650000 - USD 720000 - yearly

Key Responsibilities

Provide specialized orthopedic care focusing on the hand and elbow at clinics in Sycamore and Sandwich, IL. Collaborate with a musculoskeletal team and maintain OR privileges at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital and Midlands Surgery Center.

Licensure & Certifications

Must be a Board Eligible or Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with fellowship training in Hand surgery. Requires the ability to handle call requirements (Q7) and utilize the EPIC electronic health record system.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Orthopedic SurgeryElbow SurgeryClinical PracticeSurgical Procedures

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$685k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $685k 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

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Orthopedic Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 363 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • Includes call

Living in Sycamore

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$318k≈ 0.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,573/mo≈ 3% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
26 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

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k
CME Fund
Malpractice Coverage
Paid Parental Leave