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Physician: Pulmonary Medicine - DeKalb, IL

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare·DeKalb, Illinois

$430,000 - $500,000/yr·Full Time·On Site·5-10 yrs·
Posted 13 days ago
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About the role

Provide an even split between inpatient consultation and outpatient pulmonary services. Manage sleep apnea patients without critical care duties within a physician-led medical group.

Company Description 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 Description

Northwestern Medicine is actively seeking a full-time BE/BC Pulmonologist to join our growing team in DeKalb, IL, located in the far west suburbs of Chicago. Join a team of 2 Pulmonary physicians and 2 APPs Provide an even split between inpatient consultation and outpatient pulmonary service with opportunities to manage sleep apnea patient (with no critical care duties) Hospital privileges at NM Kishwaukee A physician led medical group that promotes physician leadership, wellness, and work-life balance Outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, and CME fund Competitive compensation EPIC electronic health record system Visa sponsorship negotiable The DeKalb County community is a warm and 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. Also, less than 30 minutes from the 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.

Qualifications: BE/BC

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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. 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 Check Northwestern 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.

Benefits

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. Please click here to learn more about benefits.

Job Shift: Day Job (1st)

Salary Range

Minimum : $430,000.00

Salary Range

Maximum: $500,000.00 Compensation: USD 430000 - USD 500000 - yearly

Requirements

Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified (BE/BC) in Pulmonary Medicine. Requires the ability to work full-time in DeKalb, IL.

  • postgraduate degree
  • EPIC EHR
  • Pulmonary Medicine
  • Inpatient Consultation
  • Sleep Apnea Management
  • Outpatient Pulmonary Service

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
5-10 yrs
Salary
$430,000 - $500,000/yr
Location
DeKalb, Illinois
Posted
Jul 15, 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...

Salary listed on 2,534 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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