Attending Physician 9 (Nocturnist-Hospitalist)

This Hospital Medicine 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.

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.

This position is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Hospital medicine, Intensive care unit management, Ventilator management, Bedside procedures, Intubation, Central venous line placement, Arterial line placement, Paracentesis. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Hospital Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Attending Physician provides direct, comprehensive inpatient care during the night shift, including managing patients in the ICU and performing bedside procedures. They also supervise house staff, teach medical students, and participate in quality improvement projects.

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Coverage, Basic Term Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Deferred Compensation Program, Paid Holidays, Vacation. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.