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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Chicago, Illinois

Attending Physician - IP Coverage

Physical Medicine and RehabilitationNo callFull-Time

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Job Description

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision.

You’ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none — one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion.

You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary

The Attending Physician will provide high quality patient care to inpatients and outpatients as assigned. This is the ideal job for the physiatrist who enjoys inpatient rehabilitation and diversity in their practice.

The successful candidate will provide inpatient coverage for a collaborative and cohesive group of physicians at the Shirley Ryan Abilitylab, providing care to a broad spectrum of diagnosis while enjoying a clinical experience that spans the diversity of our patient population.

In addition, clinical responsibilities will include two half-day clinics per week with new patient evaluations, follow-ups as appropriate and if desired spasticity management. By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision.

You’ll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You’ll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion.

You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description

The Attending Physician will:

The successful candidate will become a member of the medical staff with a faculty appointment in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

In this role they will participate in the education and training of “Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residents potentially on inpatient and outpatient rotations and in their didactic curriculum.

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab has a well-established structure to support research and scholarly activity which is strongly encouraged.

In addition to a collaborative clinical environment the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab has a robust benefits package which includes:

Access to Chicago's premier healthcare providers through our health, vision and dental plans.

Eligible to participate in the generous 401(k) plan. As an employee, you will be eligible to receive an employer contribution of 3% of your base compensation as well as an additional 3% match from SRAlab, the latter dependent on your level of contribution.

Eligible for numerous other important benefits, including Short and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and a generous Paid Time Off Program.

Collaborates with leaders and staff in other Institute Programs to facilitate achievement of overall Institute goals.

Serves as a practicing physician and provides medical leadership to the interdisciplinary team.

In the role of a practicing Physician, ensures the appropriateness and effectiveness of the treatment plan. Oversees and coordinates the involvement of physicians, nursing and allied health staff to resolve complex medical problems.

Actively participates in assigned medical staff committees including providing leadership by functioning as chairperson as appropriate.

Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Reporting Relationships

Reports directly to the Inpatient Coverage Medical Director or the Chief of Medical Affairs as appropriate

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

  • Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Illinois.
  • Successful completion of a residency program in physical medicine and rehabilitation and is Board certified or Board Eligible.
  • Faculty appointment at Northwestern University Medical School.

Excellent communications and interdisciplinary skills required, including proven ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, referring parties, SRAlab and other internal and external stakeholders.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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Key Responsibilities

The Attending Physician will provide high-quality inpatient and outpatient care while serving as a leader for the interdisciplinary medical team. They will also participate in the education of residents and contribute to the institution's research and scholarly activities.

Requirements

Candidates must be licensed to practice medicine in Illinois and have completed a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Board certification or eligibility and a faculty appointment at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Inpatient careClinical leadershipInterdisciplinary collaborationMedical educationPatient evaluationTreatment planningCommunication

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

What does the Physician market look like in Illinois?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in physician rolesranked against 22,329 Physician roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost of livingIllinois index 100.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
All physician listings in Illinois1,007 active22,405 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIllinois physician listings (all specialties): 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 24% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Physician pay trend (all specialties)−1.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (22,329 Physician roles listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Illinois figures use all physicians: too few Illinois Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation postings state pay.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Attending Physician - IP Coverage at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician roles — ranked against 22,329 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

11 jobs · 6 employers
401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
55%
Sign-on bonus
27%
Relocation assistance
27%
Loan repayment
18%

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Work-life snapshot

median 7.2this job 6.4
Better work-life than 40% of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 30 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, Illinois
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401(k) with 3% employer contribution + 3% match
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off Program

Living in Chicago

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$354k
Typical market rent
$2,311/mo
Residents’ average commute
33 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.