Physician: Pathology: Anatomic and Clinical - Kishwaukee, IL
Listed compensation
$290k-$370k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
Join Northwestern Memorial Healthcare as a Anatomic & Clinical Pathologist – Day Shift, $290K-$370K in DeKalb, Illinois, United States.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $290K - $370K
- Malpractice insurance covered.
- Continuing medical education allowance
- Paid time off
- Well-being fund
- 401k
- Paid parental leave
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only, competitive compensation. Work with Northwestern Memorial Healthcare in DeKalb, Illinois, United States.
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.
Requirements
Candidates must have completed a United States-based residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology and be eligible for an unrestricted medical license in Illinois. Fellowship training in cytopathology is preferred.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pathology — Physician Career Context
Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 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).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Pathologist roles.
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Work-life snapshot
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