Otolaryngologist (ENT) | Northwestern Illinois | $520,000 - $650,000+

OtolaryngologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$520k-$650k

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

  • Full time otolaryngology position with a broad based bread and butter ENT case mix
  • Provide medical and surgical care for conditions of the ear nose and throat
  • Perform a variety of ENT procedures in both clinic and surgical settings
  • Opportunity to develop subspecialty focus based on physician interests
  • Join a busy practice with strong patient demand and referral base
  • Collaborate with clinical staff and support teams in a team based environment
  • Utilize modern equipment and resources for efficient patient care

Requirements

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Otolaryngology
  • Active Illinois medical license or ability to obtain
  • Strong clinical and surgical ENT skills
  • Interest in general ENT with optional subspecialty development
  • Ability to work in a collaborative practice setting

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation structure with high earning potential
  • Comprehensive health dental and vision coverage
  • Generous paid time off and CME allowance
  • Malpractice coverage provided
  • Supportive leadership and established referral network
  • Work life balance with manageable call schedule

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for ear, nose, and throat conditions in both clinic and surgical settings. They will collaborate with clinical staff and support teams to ensure efficient patient care within a busy practice environment.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Surgical proceduresMedical careClinical collaboration

Otolaryngology — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.8% 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 ~$585k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $585k 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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