Physician: Cardiology - Winfield, IL

CardiologyIncludes callNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$595K - $680K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 5mo ago

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

Board Certification

Key Skills

Outpatient Clinic ManagementNuclear Studies InterpretationHeart Failure ManagementCardiovascular Diagnosis

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).

Top Cardiologist Jobs

15 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution15 jobs · 14 employers

5
<$570k
3
$570k-665k
3
$665k-760k
3
$760k-855k
1
$976k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks13 jobs

401k / retirement match
85% this job
Sign-on bonus
69%
CME allowance
62% this job
Relocation assistance
38%
Loan repayment
15% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physician - Cardiology Clinical - Kelsey Seybold Clinic at Main Campus

UnitedHealth Group · Houston, Texas

$517k-$976k
#2

Electrophysiology Cardiologist (MD or DO)

United Health Services · Johnson City, New York

$750k-$850k
#3

Cardiologist - Non-Invasive

$644k-$813k
#4

Physician - Cardiology - General

$800k
+ 13 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Cardiology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 569 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • Includes call

Living in Winfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$422k≈ 0.7× annual pay
Median resident rent
$1,493/mo≈ 3% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
29 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

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

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare logo

About Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, Illinois
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

CME Allowance
Paid Time Off
Well-being Fund
401k
Paid Parental Leave
Malpractice Insurance