Hospitalist (Moonlighter/Casual)
Northwestern Medicine · DeKalb, IL
Posted October 17, 2026
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital (DeKalb) · 1 Kish Hospital Dr, DeKalb, IL, US, 60115
- Pay: $170.00 – $187.50 per hour
- Employment: Casual / Per Diem (Rotating)
- Location: Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital (DeKalb)
- Northwestern Medicine Job ID: REF79694G
Description
Northwestern Medicine Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group (NMRMG) is seeking BE/BC moonlighter (casual) hospitalist to join our team of 23 hospitalist physicians located at NM Kishwaukee Hospital and NM Valley West Hospital.
- Shifts at NM Kishwaukee and/or NM Valley West hospitals
- BE/BC in Internal Medicine
- days and/or nights
- 24/7 in house program
- A physician led medical group that promotes physician leadership, wellness, and work-life balance
- Exceptional physician satisfaction and retention rate
- Hospital privileges at NM Kishwaukee Hospital (located in De Kalb, IL) and NM Valley West (located in Sandwich, IL)
- EPIC electronic health record system
- Hourly Rate range 170.00 to 187.50
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