Physician: Orthopedic Hand Surgeon - Warrenville, IL
Pay as listed: $550k-$780k · no nights · Warrenville, Illinois · pays below the median of 12 Orthopedic Surgeon listings (21st percentile).
Listed compensation
$550k-$780k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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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 fellowship-trained Hand/Upper Extremity/Microvascular Surgeon to join our seven-member Orthopaedic hand practice.
Practice only your upper extremity specialty in one of the most desirable areas of Chicagoland along with 5 fellowship trained hand, wrist and elbow surgeons associated with two highly ranked community hospitals. Upper extremity call only. No general orthopaedic call. Dedicated hand PA assistance.
Practice boasts outstanding ancillary support such as in office hand therapy, MRI and a highly efficient ambulatory surgery center. Applicants must be board certified or board eligible.
A commitment to excellence in conservative and surgical treatment of orthopaedic upper extremity conditions and outstanding patient care is essential. High volume practice and large referral network are in place to facilitate building a flourishing practice.
Qualifications
- BE/BC
- Fellowship-trained Hand/Upper Extremity/Microvascular Surgeon
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.
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- Job Shift: Day Job (1st)
- Salary Range Minimum: $550,000.00
- Salary Range Maximum: $780,000.00
- Compensation: USD 550000 - USD 780000 - yearly
Key Responsibilities
The surgeon will perform specialized upper extremity, hand, and microvascular procedures within a seven-member orthopedic practice. Responsibilities include providing high-quality patient care, managing upper extremity call, and collaborating with a dedicated hand PA and ancillary support staff.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context
Orthopedic Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.2% 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 ~$665k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $665k 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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