Attending Physician

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Chicago, Illinois$100K - $1MFull TimePediatrics

Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago as a Attending Physician – Pediatrics, Chicago, IL in United States. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and children to check and record their physical and mental development.
  • Examine sick children to determine their condition and ask intuitive questions to gather information about symptoms.
  • Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical history.
  • Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions for administration.

Requirements

  • and maximum targets for the position.
  • Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $100K - $1M
  • PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

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Key Skills

Pediatric careDiagnosisPatient examinationMedical record maintenanceTreatment planningCommunicationClinical researchPreventive medicineLab test interpretationPatient advocacyCollaborationMental health screening
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Position Insights

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

This Pediatrics position at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Pediatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $245k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $320k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

Stated compensation: $100K - $1M.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Pediatric care, Diagnosis, Patient examination, Medical record maintenance, Treatment planning, Communication, Clinical research, Preventive medicine. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.

Core responsibilities: The attending physician will conduct thorough examinations on newborns and children to diagnose conditions and prescribe appropriate treatments. They will also advise parents on preventative health measures and maintain accurate medical records for all patients.

Benefits package: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Employer paid group term life and disability, Health Savings Account contribution, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave, 403(b) with 5% employer match, Tuition assistance, Student loan servicing and support. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, IL
5-10

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Health Savings Account contribution
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with 5% employer match
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

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