PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST - OPT A

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST - OPT A at State of Illinois a 3.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Internal Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Internal Medicine position at State of Illinois is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Internal Medicine professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $275k, with the typical range spanning $210k to $370k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

State of Illinois lists compensation for this physician position at $161k to $233k annually.

This is approximately 28% below the national median for Internal Medicine professionals, which is around $275k.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Elgin, Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Internal Medicine, Physical Examinations, Diagnostic Services, Treatment Services, Medical Consultation, In-Service Training, Patient Advocacy, Patient Evaluation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Internal Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Physician Specialist Option A will conduct comprehensive physical examinations facility-wide, evaluate patient progress during daily rounds, and provide diagnostic and treatment services. This role also involves offering internal medicine consultation to medical staff, providing in-service train...

Benefits package: Pension Program, Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance, 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually, 12 Paid Sick Days annually, 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually, 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years, Flexible Work Schedules, 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.