Physician: Physical Medicine and Rehab - Wheaton, IL
Listed compensation
$250k-$400k
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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 an ACGME fellowship trained, BE/BC Spinal Cord Injury Physical Medicine & Rehab Physician to join our team at Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital in Wheaton, IL, located in Chicago’s Western suburbs.
Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Northwestern Medicine, provides intensive physical medicine and rehabilitation to individuals who have experienced an illness or injury. Physical medicine and rehabilitation uses a medically based, multidisciplinary approach for the treatment of acute and chronic conditions.
Position is Inpatient with focus on MSK and Spinal Cord Injury, including subspecialty certification in Spinal Cord Injury
- Other opportunities may include EMG/NCS, Consult Services, and Outpatient Clinic
- Specialty programs focused on stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, pediatric, orthopaedic/musculoskeletal, pain and neuromuscular disorders
- Hi-tech Neurorehabilitation
- Opportunity to work with Residents
Northwestern Medicine is the premier provider of healthcare services in Chicago’s metro area with more than 800 primary care physicians and specialists. Our team works together to provide excellent patient care and exceptional patient experiences using models that follow best practices in outpatient and inpatient settings. Northwestern Medicine offers competitive compensation and benefits within a physician led work environment.
Qualifications
- ACGME fellowship trained
- BE/BC Spinal Cord Injury Physical Medicine & Rehab Physician
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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.
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: $250,000.00
- Salary Range Maximum: $400,000.00
- Compensation: USD 250000 - USD 400000 - yearly
Key Responsibilities
The physician will provide inpatient physical medicine and rehabilitation services with a focus on spinal cord injury and musculoskeletal conditions. Responsibilities also include participating in specialty programs, performing EMG/NCS, and working with residents.
Licensure & Certifications
Candidates must be ACGME fellowship trained and board eligible or board certified in Spinal Cord Injury Physical Medicine & Rehab. The role requires a medical degree and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary hospital environment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Medicine and Rehab — Physician Career Context
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.1% 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 ~$325k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $325k 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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