Orthopedic Hand Surgeon
Northwestern Medicine · Sycamore, IL
Posted October 17, 2026
Northwestern Medicine - Midlands Court (Sycamore) · 2127 Midlands Ct, Sycamore, IL, US, 60178
- Pay: $695,000 – $765,000 per year
- Employment: Full-Time (Days)
- Location: Northwestern Medicine - Midlands Court (Sycamore) — Sycamore and Sandwich, IL
- Northwestern Medicine Job ID: REF90916K
Description
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 far west 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 7 Orthopedic Surgeons
- Opportunity is 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.
- Clinics onsite at Sycamore and Sandwich, IL
- Call requirements: Q7.
- 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
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.
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.
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. *Benefits Eligibility is based on classification please note that Casual / Per Diem/Moonlighter classifications are not benefits eligible.
Employer
Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine is an integrated academic health system serving Chicago and its suburbs, from the Streeterville flagship to the north, west, northwest and south suburbs. Its mission is Patients First, and it partners with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine on research and education.
The Northwestern Medicine system:
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital in downtown Chicago, the academic medical center, consistently ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report
- Central DuPage (Winfield), Delnor (Geneva), Lake Forest, Palos, Huntley, McHenry, Woodstock, Kishwaukee (DeKalb) and Valley West (Sandwich) hospitals, plus Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital (Wheaton)
- Northwestern Medical Group and regional medical groups, with outpatient centers, cancer centers and Immediate Care clinics across the region
Why physicians and advanced practice providers choose Northwestern Medicine:
- Work alongside some of the nation's best clinical talent, leading in medical innovation and breakthrough research
- Teaching, research and faculty opportunities through Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
- A culture of physician leadership and involvement
- Published pay ranges on every position, plus a CME allowance, paid time off, a well-being fund, 401(k), paid parental leave and malpractice insurance