Primary Care Physician - Internal Medicine Resident Trained - Chicago (Streeterville Campus)

Primary CareNo callNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$240k-$250k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry.

As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.

We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

Northwestern Medicine seeks Internal Medicine Resident trained Primary Care Physicians to join our thriving outpatient practices in Chicago, IL (Streeterville Campus).

Full-Time, Primary Care opportunities are available at our clinics located on the Streeterville campus, including the Arkes, Lavin and Galter pavilions. Qualified candidates will be board-certified/board-eligible in Internal Medicine, and eligible for a faculty appointment at Northwestern Medicine Feinberg School of Medicine.

These positions may engage in academic activities such as precepting medical students, precepting residents in clinic, inpatient teaching service and participating in other undergraduate medical education activities as well as the opportunity to participate in research activities as a clinical expert or co-investigator.

Involvement in academic activities will range based upon prior teaching experience. Recent residency graduates may have the opportunity to grow their educational and other skills through available academic opportunities, if desired.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core to Northwestern Medicine’s Patients First mission. This commitment is demonstrated through partnerships with local organizations that share our vision for a healthier Chicagoland.

Our participation with these organizations goes well beyond world class medical care and research by providing resources – funding and people – to support education pipelines and strengthen Chicago’s communities.

We have also been awarded the designation of “LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader” from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Healthcare Equality Index. Our physicians are also involved with The Diversity and Cultural Affairs Council at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We believe that what makes our communities better, makes us all better.

Competitive 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.

Beyond Patient Care

At Northwestern Medicine, our patients-first approach is what sets us apart and better patient outcomes start with healthy physicians. This is why we are firmly committed to physician wellness and work-life balance. You will enjoy a stable schedule and healthy ratios of clinical support staff.

Growth Opportunities

Northwestern Medicine is built on a culture of physician leadership and involvement. This includes mentorship, so you can expand your professional growth and development. If you are looking to enhance your career with opportunities beyond patient care, you may also have access to educational, teaching, and research opportunities through Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

Join the Quest for Better

Joining Northwestern Medicine means you can impact the future of medicine and make a difference for a diverse group of patients and communities. If you are interested in advancing your career as a primary care physician, apply by clicking on the “I’m Interested” link on this posting or email your CV and cover letter to [email protected]. To explore other provider opportunities at NM, visit jobs.nm.org to learn more.

Note: As part of the Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine faculty appointment process, all qualified Internal Medicine Resident trained candidates will be expected to submit a formal application to Northwestern University.

Qualifications

Board-Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine

Additional Information

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

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

  • Job Shift: Day Job (1st)
  • Salary Range Minimum: $240,000.00
  • Salary Range Maximum: $250,000.00
  • Compensation: USD 240000 - USD 250000 - yearly

Key Responsibilities

Primary Care Physicians will engage in patient care at outpatient practices and may participate in academic activities such as teaching medical students and residents. They will also have opportunities to participate in research activities.

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical ExpertiseDiversity and InclusionCommunicationTeamwork

Primary Care — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Primary Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 56% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$245k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $245k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare ranks #8 of 19 employers hiring Primary Care on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Primary Care pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Primary Care Physician - Internal Medicine Resident Trained - Chicago (Streeterville Campus) at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Primary Care — ranked against 1,303 active Primary Care listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no night shifts, flexible scheduling.

Top Primary Care Jobs

50 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution50 jobs · 38 employers

19
<$325k
9
$325k-350k
15
$350k-375k
5
$375k-400k
2
$400k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks46 jobs · 38 employers

401k / retirement match
80% this job
CME allowance
67% this job
Sign-on bonus
61% this job
Relocation assistance
43%
Loan repayment
26% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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MASC Medical · Brooksville, Florida

$420k
#2

Primary Care Physician- Arvada

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$300k-$400k
#3

Optum CA - Primary Care Physician | Banning, CA

$239k-$393k
#4

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+ 48 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 6.9
Better work-life than 70% of Primary Care listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,303 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No nights

Living in Chicago

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k≈ 1.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,342/mo≈ 12% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
33 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.

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

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About Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

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

Benefits & Perks

Tuition reimbursement
Loan forgiveness
401(k) matching
Lifecycle benefits
CME allowance
Paid time off
Well-being fund
Paid parental leave