PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST - OPTION C

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates PHYSICIAN SPECIALIST - OPTION C at State of Illinois a 3.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Psychiatry physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Psychiatry position at State of Illinois 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, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

State of Illinois lists compensation for this physician position at $196k to $269k annually.

This is approximately 23% below the national median for Psychiatry professionals, which is around $300k.

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.

This position is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Psychiatric Assessment, Medical Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Psychiatric Evaluation, Court Testimony, Patient Care, Clinical Documentation, Psychiatric Guidance. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: Provides a full range of psychiatric and medical assessments, diagnoses, and treatments for patients at the Chicago-Read Mental Health Center. Serves as a member of the treatment team, coordinates patient care plans, and provides psychiatric guidance to clinical staff.

Benefits package: Pension Program, Competitive Group Insurance (Health, Life, Dental, Vision), 3 Paid Personal Business Days, 12 Paid Sick Days, 10-25 Days Paid Vacation, 13 Paid Holidays (14 on even years), Flexible Work Schedules, 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.