Physician: Cardiology - Winfield, IL
Listed compensation
$595K - $680K
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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 General Cardiologist to join the growing Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute (BCVI) West Region team at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, IL, located in the Chicago western suburbs.
Responsibilities of this position include: outpatient clinic, inpatient consults and reading non-invasive cardiology and nuclear studies
- Ideal candidate will have interest in Heart Failure
- Expanding clinics at: Bloomingdale and Oakbrook
Employed Full-time Position with Northwestern Medicine
Successful and expanding multi-specialty physician group that promotes a collegial work environment, physician success, and compassionate care within a physician driven team
The community is exceptional with excellent schools, parks, restaurants and plenty of amenities. Easy access to Chicago by car or commuter train
Families will appreciate the top-tier schools, safe neighborhoods, and an abundance of family-friendly activities. Additionally, excellent public transportation options ensure easy access to Chicago’s vibrant downtown offerings.
BCVI is a full service, fully integrated institute across the Northwestern Medicine system. The six clinical centers comprising BCVI are the Center for Heart Rhythm Disorders, Center for Coronary Disease, Center for Vascular Disease, Center for Valve Disease, Center for Heart Failure and the Center for Preventative Cardiology. The BCVI West Region providers participate in diagnosis, management and treatment of all cardiovascular disease states.
Qualifications
- ACGME fellowship trained
- BE/BC General Cardiologist
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.
- Job Shift: Day Job (1st)
- Salary Range Minimum: $595,000.00
- Salary Range Maximum: $680,000.00
- Compensation: USD 595000 - USD 680000 - yearly
Key Responsibilities
The physician will manage outpatient clinics and perform inpatient consultations. Responsibilities also include reading non-invasive cardiology and nuclear studies for the Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute.
Licensure & Certifications
Candidates must be ACGME fellowship trained and Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Cardiology. An interest in Heart Failure is considered ideal.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Cardiology — Physician Career Context
Of the 39 active Cardiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 77% have no call, 21% require no weekends.
Cardiology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.2% 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 ~$638k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $638k 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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