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Lurie Children's Hospital
Schaumburg, Illinois

Attending Physician - Dermatology

DermatologyIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$100K - $1M

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

  • vision of Dermatology. This position is at the Assistant Clinician (Clinical Promotion Pathway at Lurie Children’s) and Clinical Assistant Professor (Feinberg School of Medicine) level.
  • ptorship, mentoring, etc. Additionally, all Lurie Children’s faculty members are expected to attend certain di
  • visional and Departmental meetings and engage in other administrative duties as determined by the Di
  • vision Head. Advocacy work on behalf of patients, families, and the community we serve is an important component of LCMG’s and Lurie Children’s mission. It is expected that all faculty members support important initiatives in this area. The successful candidate will join eight full-time pediatric dermatologists, four yearly fellows, an advanced practice nurse and our team of pediatric dermatology nurses and support staff in a di
  • vision dedicated to top-notch clinical care, education, scholarly activity and advocacy. Qualified candidates must be an M. D. and be board-certified in Dermatology and board-certified/board-eligible in Pediatric Dermatology. The candidate must also be licensed in the State of Illinois to practice without restriction. In addition, the candidate will be required to obtain medical staff membership and privileges at Lurie Children’s and any other required health care institution, complete credentialing by managed care organizations and complete certain Human Resources employment processes, including providing proof ability to lawfully work in the United States, a pre-employment background check, employee health screening, and receipt of satisfactory professional references if requested. The start date is negotiable, and the position will remain open until filled. K. S. A.'s: Doctorate in Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine with specialization in pediatrics. Valid licenses for State of Illinois. Board certification or board eligibility required. Excellent written and oral communication skill. Passion for pediatric care. Job Duties: Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and children to check and record their physical and mental development. Examine sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about sym
  • ptoms. Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical history. Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions for administration. Diagnosis, treatment and screening of mental health illness in pediatric population. Prescribe and interpret appropriate lab tests to gain more information for possible infections or abnormalities. Consult with fellow pediatric partners and nurses on best practices. Examine and treat injuries; refer to physicians of other specialties when necessary (e. g. surgeons, ophthalmologists, orthopedists etc.). Advise parents on children’s diet, exercise and disease preventive measures. Emphasis on early detection and prevention. Maintain updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries or other medical episodes (allergic shocks, injuries etc.). Advocate for patients, families, and fellow staff members. Keep abreast of advancements in pediatrics and best practices by attending seminars and conferences.

Pay Range

$100,000-$1,000,000 Salary Education MD/DO: Medicine (Required) Pay Range $100,000.00-$1,000,000.00 Salary At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

  • ability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Dis
  • ability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage Tuition assistance Student loan servicing and support Adoption benefits Backup Childcare and Eldercare Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities Discount purchasing program There’s a Place for You with Us At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care. Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, dis
  • ability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For questions about how to request an accommodation please contact: employeehealth@luriechildrens.org AI Notice Lurie Children’s utilizes certain AI-enabled features within our recruiting platform to support candidate engagement and assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing applicants whose experience aligns with job requirements. All employment decisions are made by individuals. It is a civil rights violation with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion, or employment for an employer to use artificial intelligence that has the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of protected classes under the Illinois Human Rights Act or to use zip codes as a proxy for protected classes. For questions about the use of artificial intelligence in this process or any additional support, please contact: peoplequestions@luriechildrens.org Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care in medical pediatric dermatology, including laser and excisional surgeries, primarily at the Schaumburg satellite location. Engage in clinical research, scholarly activity, and the education and mentoring of fellows and students.

Requirements

Must hold an MD or DO degree and be board-certified in Dermatology and board-certified or eligible in Pediatric Dermatology. A valid Illinois medical license and the ability to obtain medical staff privileges at Lurie Children's are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Medical DiagnosisPediatric Laser SurgeryExcisional SurgeryMedical EducationPatient AdvocacyTreatment PlanningPatient ScreeningMedical Record MaintenanceCommunication Skills

Dermatology — Physician Career Context

Of the 40 active Dermatology listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 57% have no call, 55% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks12 jobs

CME allowance
92%
401k / retirement match
92% this job
Relocation assistance
50%
Sign-on bonus
42%
Loan repayment
8% this job

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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

A signal to investigate—not a guarantee about the workplace.

  • Includes call

Living in Schaumburg

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$408k
Typical market rent
$2,147/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Lurie Children's Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, IL
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
HSA
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off