Physician: Obesity Medicine - Internal Medicine - Glenview and Gurnee, IL

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled BE/BC Obesity Medicine Fellowship trained Internal Medicine Physician to join our team in Glenview, IL and Gurnee, IL, located in the northern suburbs of Chicago.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive, patient-centered environment focused on delivering high-quality obesity management care. As an NM Obesity Medicine Internal Medicine Physician in our practice, you will have the ability to make a meaningful impact on patient care, work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, and enjoy a work-life balance in an outpatient setting. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive care for the medical management of patients with obesity and will be comfortable managing weight-related complications while building long-term relationships with patients and supporting the continued growth and development of comprehensive weight management services.  

Highlights:

• Join a team of 6 Endocrinology Physicians, 2 Bariatric Surgeons, 3 Advanced Practice Providers, 1 Obesity Medicine Advanced Practice Provider and 5 Dieticians
• Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with flexible schedule and work-life balance
• Participate in call coverage at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest
• Lab services onsite
• Provided support includes Nurses and Medical Assistants

BE/BC Obesity Medicine Fellowship trained

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.