Physician: OB/GYN Hospitalist - Lake Forest, IL
Listed compensation
$158k-$173k
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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 Health Network is seeking a part-time OB/GYN Hospitalist to join our Women's Health team at NM Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital.
This hospital-based position offers the opportunity to practice in a collaborative, physician-led environment focused on patient safety, quality outcomes, and work-life balance.
Our integrated care model combines office-based and hospital-based OB/GYN services, allowing hospitalists to focus on labor, delivery, and inpatient care while supporting exceptional patient outcomes.
Position Highlights
- Part-time, hospital-based OB/GYN Hospitalist role
- 24/7 in-house labor and delivery coverage model
- Focus on inpatient obstetrics and emergent gynecologic care
- Collaborative team of OB/GYN physicians, APPs, nurses, and specialists
- Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance
- Employed position with competitive compensation
NM Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital is ranked No. 7 in the Chicago Metro Area and in Illinois in the U.S. News & World Report for Best Hospitals.
Qualifications
BE/BC
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: $157,500.00
- Salary Range Maximum: $172,500.00
- Compensation: USD 157500 - USD 172500 - yearly
Key Responsibilities
The OB/GYN Hospitalist will provide 24/7 in-house labor and delivery coverage and manage inpatient obstetrics and emergent gynecologic care. They will work within a collaborative, physician-led team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes and safety.
Licensure & Certifications
Candidates must be Board Eligible or Board Certified (BE/BC) in Obstetrics and Gynecology. The role requires the ability to work in a hospital-based, collaborative environment.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
OB/GYN — Physician Career Context
Northwestern Memorial Healthcare holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 5 active listings.
OB/GYN pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.9% 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 ~$165k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $165k 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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