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Physician: Ophthalmology - Cornea, Glaucoma, Comprehensive, Anterior Segment – Naperville, IL

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare·Naperville, Illinois

$425,000 - $450,000/yr·Full Time·On Site
·
5-10 yrs
·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provide specialized corneal and refractive surgical care within a multi-specialty physician group. Collaborate with other ophthalmology specialists to deliver compassionate patient care across multiple clinic locations and hospitals.

Company DescriptionNorthwestern Medicine is the premier provider of healthcare services in Chicago’s metro area, with more than 700 primary care physicians and specialists.

Our team works together to provide excellent patient care and exceptional patient experiences, using models that follow best practices in outpatient and inpatient settings.Northwestern Medicine is a growing, nationally recognized health system that provides world-class care at 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations in communities throughout 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.

While each of our locations has a unique story, Northwestern Medicine is unified under one mission – Patients First.Job DescriptionNorthwestern Medicine is actively seeking a BC/BE fellowship trained Cornea, Glaucoma, Comprehensive, or Anterior Segment Surgery Specialist to join our growing team in Naperville, IL, Geneva, IL, and Winfield, IL located in Chicago’s western suburbsThis position offers the opportunity to develop a busy clinical and surgical practice within an established and growing regional ophthalmology programPractice includes: 2 Vitreo-retinal Surgeons, 2 Cataract Surgeon/Glaucoma Specialists, Oculoplastics Ophthalmologist, 3 General Ophthalmologists and 2 OptometristsOpportunity to build a high-volume clinical and surgical practice supported by an established referral network and experienced administrative infrastructureHospital privileges at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Delnor HospitalEmployed full-time position with Northwestern Medicine offering a competitive base salary in addition to a work RVU-based compensation model, providing substantial opportunity for compensation growth based on clinical productivity Successful and expanding multi-specialty physician group that promotes a collegial work environment, physician success, and compassionate care within a physician driven teamEPIC electronic health record system wideQualificationsBE/BCAdditional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Background CheckNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers.

If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.

Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

BenefitsIn 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.

Please click here to learn more about benefits.

Job Shift: Day Job (1st)

Salary Range

Minimum : $450,000.00

Salary Range

Maximum: $550,000.00 Compensation: USD 450000 - USD 550000 - yearly

Requirements

Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible and fellowship-trained as a Cornea Specialist. Requires the ability to obtain hospital privileges at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage and Delnor Hospitals.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Patient Care
  • Ophthalmology
  • Clinical Practice
  • Epic EHR
  • Refractive Surgery
  • Corneal Surgery

Benefits

  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k
  • Malpractice Insurance
  • Continuing Medical Education Allowance
  • Well-being Fund

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
5-10 yrs
Salary
$425,000 - $450,000/yr
Location
Naperville, Illinois
Posted
Jun 23, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

Northwestern Medicine is the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine around a strategic vision to transform the future of health care. It encompasses the research, teaching, and patient care activities of the...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

Illinois ophthalmology roles remain highly competitive

In Illinois, ophthalmology positions with subspecialty training in cornea, glaucoma, comprehensive care, or anterior segment surgery are typically competitive because practices need physicians who can handle both surgical and clinic-based volume. Board certification or board eligibility, fellowship training, and a clean background check are key screening factors; benefits such as paid parental leave, PTO, 401k, malpractice insurance, and CME support can help distinguish offers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your fellowship focus and board status match the posting before applying.

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