ATTENDING PHYSICIAN 12 - UROLOGIST - SURGERY

6 days ago
United StatesFull TimeSurgery

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join Cook County as a ATTENDING PHYSICIAN 12 - UROLOGIST - SURGERY in United States. LOCATION: John H. Stroger Hospital – Surgery Applicants may apply for this position online or submit a resume/ CV to the following email address: MDRecruit@cookcountyhhs.

Key Responsibilities

  • · Provides diagnostic and treatment services to patients including benign and malignant disease.

Requirements

  • call schedule, as specified by the Division Chief. Supervises fellows, residents, medical students, mid

Benefits & Compensation

  • PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

  • Full-time position.
  • Call responsibilities required.
  • Weekend coverage may be required.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Cook County in United States.

Key Skills

Urologic surgeryClinical diagnosticsSurgical proceduresPatient careMedical researchClinical trialsResident supervisionMedical documentationElectronic health recordQuality assuranceOn-call rotationSurgical privilegesData analysisCommunicationTeachingAdministrative committee participation
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Position Insights

Surgery — Physician Career Context

This Surgery position at Cook County 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.

Compensation Analysis

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.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Urologic surgery, Clinical diagnostics, Surgical procedures, Patient care, Medical research, Clinical trials, Resident supervision, Medical documentation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Surgery role.

Core responsibilities: The Attending Physician provides comprehensive clinical and surgical urological services while supervising medical staff and students. They are also responsible for participating in clinical research, administrative committees, and maintaining accurate medical documentation.

Benefits package: Medical coverage, Dental coverage, Vision coverage, Basic term life insurance, Pension plan, Deferred compensation program, Paid holidays, Paid vacation. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Cook County

Government Administration
Chicago, IL
5-10

Benefits & Perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Basic term life insurance
Pension plan
Deferred compensation program
Paid holidays
Paid vacation

Job Details

Employment Type

Full Time

Posted

6d ago