Physician: Pathology: Anatomic and Clinical - Kishwaukee, IL

PathologyNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$290k-$370k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 2mo 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 actively recruiting an Anatomic and Clinical Pathologist at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital. This is an outstanding opportunity to build your career with the premier healthcare system in the Western suburbs of Chicago.

One of Chicago’s largest medical practices, Northwestern Medical Group (NMG) is a primary and multispecialty group practice that consists of nearly 1,300 physicians and other healthcare professionals with expertise in 40 medical specialties.

Serving on the faculty of Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (FSM), physicians contribute to research and education, as well as provide clinical care.

Together with FSM and Northwestern Medicine, NMG provides seamless access to care to deliver an exceptional patient experience and a higher level of care.

The geographical reach of Northwestern Medicine meets the growing demand for quality health care close to where people live and work. Our patients have access to evidence-based medicine and research that is translated to clinical practice, offering new hope through leading-edge approaches to health, wellness and disease.

Qualifications

  • Completion of United States based residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
  • Eligible for an unrestricted medical license in the state of Illinois
  • Fellowship training in cytopathology preferred

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: $290,000.00
  • Salary Range Maximum: $370,000.00
  • Compensation: USD 290000 - USD 370000 - yearly

Key Responsibilities

The pathologist will provide clinical care and contribute to research and education at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital. They will work within a multispecialty group to deliver an exceptional patient experience through evidence-based medicine.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Anatomic pathologyMedical diagnosisLaboratory analysis

Pathology — Physician Career Context

Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 10.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$330k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $330k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Pathology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · above average in pathologyranked against 240 Pathology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$290k–$370kPathology median $281k (middle half $190k–$335k)41 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$330k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pathology listings in Illinois10 active239 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIllinois physician listings (all specialties): 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 26% offer loan repayment993 active listings, Nov 2026
Pathology hiring demand#24 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 37 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 88 postings, 75 closed
New Pathology listings65 in the last 30 days60 the 30 days before (+8%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Pathology pay trend−10.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (240 Pathology listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 70% of Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 240 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

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

Benefits & Perks

Continuing medical education allowance
Paid time off
Well-being fund
401k
Paid parental leave
Malpractice insurance

Living in DeKalb

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$258k≈ 0.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,320/mo≈ 5% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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