Physician: Pulmonary Medicine - DeKalb, IL

PulmonologyNo callNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$430k-$500k

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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 actively seeking a full-time BE/BC Pulmonologist to join our growing team in DeKalb, IL, located in the far west suburbs of Chicago.

  • Join a team of 2 Pulmonary physicians and 2 APPs
  • Provide an even split between inpatient consultation and outpatient pulmonary service with opportunities to manage critical care and sleep apnea patients
  • Hospital privileges at NM Kishwaukee
  • A physician led medical group that promotes physician leadership, wellness, and work-life balance
  • Outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, and CME fund
  • Competitive compensation
  • EPIC electronic health record system

Visa Sponsorship Negotiable

The DeKalb County community is a warm and 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.

Also, less than 30 minutes from the 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

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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  • Hours Per Week / FTE: 40 hrs/wk - 1.0 FTE
  • Job Shift: Day Job (1st)
  • Salary Range Minimum: $430,000.00
  • Salary Range Maximum: $500,000.00
  • Compensation: USD 430000 - USD 500000 - yearly

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide an even split between inpatient consultations and outpatient pulmonary services. Responsibilities also include managing critical care and sleep apnea patients within a collaborative team environment.

Licensure & Certifications

Candidates must be Board Eligible or Board Certified (BE/BC) in Pulmonary Medicine. The role requires the ability to obtain hospital privileges at NM Kishwaukee.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Critical care managementSleep apnea treatmentClinical leadership

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician: Pulmonary Medicine - DeKalb, IL at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pulmonology — ranked against 116 active Pulmonology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no night shifts.

Pulmonology — Physician Career Context

Pulmonology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 21.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$465k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $465k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Pulmonology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.9 / 10 · top 10% in pulmonologyranked against 116 Pulmonology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$465k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIllinois physician listings (all specialties): 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 26% offer loan repayment993 active listings, Nov 2026
Pulmonology hiring demandnot ranked this monthpostings stay open a median 31 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 39 postings, 30 closed
New Pulmonology listings46 in the last 30 days54 the 30 days before (−15%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Pulmonology pay trend+21.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (116 Pulmonology listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.5this job 6.9
Among the best 10% of Pulmonology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 116 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No nights
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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
Paid Time Off
Well-being Fund
Paid Parental Leave

Living in DeKalb

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$258k≈ 0.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,320/mo≈ 4% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 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.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.