Northwestern Medicine

Northwestern Medicine - Join the Quest for Better as a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Sycamore, IL

$695-765k
full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital

Job Highlights

  • Non-Profit Employer
  • Northwestern Medicine is seeking a full-time BE/BC Orthopaedic Surgeon with fellowship training in Hand to join our team in Sycamore and Sandwich, IL, located in the western suburbs of Chicago. We are known for providing world-class orthopedic care and the only healthcare system in Illinois with two nationally ranked orthopedic programs.

    • Leading-Edge Care, Close to Home - Join a very busy practice with 13 Musculoskeletal Specialists and 8 Orthopedic Surgeons
    • Opportunity is for hand and elbow
    • Will be 2nd fellowship trained Hand Surgeon in the practice
    • Practice boasts outstanding ancillary support such as in office PT/OT, MRI and ambulatory surgery center. 
    • General Ortho call requirements: Q8
    • A physician led medical group that promotes physician leadership, wellness, and work-life balance
    • Outstanding compensation and benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, and CME fund
    • OR privileges at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital and Midlands Surgery Center
    • EPIC electronic health record system
    • Visa Sponsorship Negotiable

    The DeKalb County community is a warm, vibrant city full of suburban sophistication, offering four seasons of recreation, arts, and entertainment. Located just 60 miles west of Chicago and within easy reach of O'Hare and Midway Airports.  It is coupled with Northern Illinois University and Kishwaukee Community College. DeKalb County also offers a strong diverse workforce, a great school district and a thriving business community. Situated 30 minutes from neighboring communities of St. Charles, Geneva, and Batavia; The Pride of the Fox Valley Community (Kane County), all of which offer great school districts, fine dining, arts and entertainment, recreational and unique shopping experiences. Our physicians both live and work close to home. 

    Northwestern Medicine is a growing, nationally recognized health system that provides world-class care at 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations in communities across 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.

    About Northwestern Medicine

    At Northwestern Medicine, we know that diversity makes us better, and we are committed to cultivating a workforce as diverse as the patients we serve. In an inclusive environment, every interaction with patients, families and co-workers has the potential to make a profound impact — on them and on you.Northwestern Medicine is a leading integrated academic health system where the patient comes first. No matter where you work at Northwestern Medicine, you will be an integral part of our relentless quest to deliver better health care. Within our facilities, our quest for better includes world-class medical care and groundbreaking research. Beyond our walls, it includes building better communities across Chicagoland together with our community partners. To learn more about our community initiatives, visit nm.org/community.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.

    Compensation Details

    $695-765k

    Posted January 15, 2026