Associate Podiatrist / Foot & Ankle Surgeon – Established Private PracticeChicago Northwest Suburbs | Algonquin, Illinois

Foot and Ankle Specialists; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Foot & Ankle Specialists of Illinois is seeking an Associate Podiatrist / Foot & Ankle Surgeon to join our private practice in Algonquin, IL.

Ideal candidates have two or more years of post-residency clinical experience, surgical training, and a desire for a long-term opportunity with autonomy, mentorship, and ownership potential.

You will handle full-scope podiatry including surgery, wound care, diabetic foot care, and comprehensive foot/ankle treatment in a modern, physician-led setting.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine from an accredited school.
• Completion of an accredited podiatric residency program.
• Current active license as a Podiatrist in Illinois or ability to obtain licensure promptly.
• Two or more years of post-residency clinical experience preferred.
• Strong maturity, confidence, coachability, and alignment with private practice growth.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-scope podiatry including surgery and wound care.
• Develop subspecialty interests over time and grow surgical volume.
• Provide patient-centered care with accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with a private practice leadership and clinical team.

Skills

Clinical experience

Surgical ability

Communication skills

Patient-centered care

Team oriented

Education

Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine

Residency completion

Illinois licensure

2+ years post-residency

Tools

Modernizing Medicine

Job description

Foot & Ankle Specialists of Illinois is excited to welcome a motivated, well-trained, well-rounded, and personable Associate Podiatrist / Foot & Ankle Surgeon to our modern, established, physician-led private practice in Algonquin, Illinois, approximately 40 miles northwest of Chicago.

We are especially interested in a physician who has already developed a strong clinical foundation and is ready to join an established private practice where they can build something lasting. This opportunity is ideally suited for a surgically trained DPM with two or more years of post-residency clinical experience who is looking for a true long-term practice opportunity - not simply a short-term first job.

The right associate will have the opportunity to build a meaningful surgical and full-scope podiatry practice with clinical autonomy, strong operational support, direct access to ownership, mentorship, and long-term professional and income growth. Strong recent graduates may be considered if they demonstrate maturity, clinical confidence, coachability, and clear alignment with private practice growth.

Why Join FASI

• Physician-led private practice environment with clinical autonomy and direct access to ownership
• Modern, established practice with a strong patient base and consistent demand for foot and ankle care
• Opportunity to build a meaningful full-scope practice, including surgical volume, within an independent private practice setting
• Clear opportunity to grow professionally, clinically, and financially within the practice
• One primary clinical location with no multi-site complexity
• Supportive clinical team, streamlined operations, and mentorship for the right associate
• Efficient workflows using Modernizing Medicine

Clinical Opportunity

• Full-scope podiatry, including surgery, sports medicine, wound care, diabetic foot care, DME, orthotics, routine foot care, and general foot and ankle care
• Opportunity to grow surgical case volume as the practice continues to expand
• Access to an established patient base with room to build additional referral relationships
• Opportunity to treat patients across all age groups and a wide range of foot and ankle conditions
• Evidence-based approach using conservative and/or surgical treatment when medically appropriate
• Autonomy to develop subspecialty interests over time

Ideal Candidate

• Ideally has two or more years of post-residency clinical experience and is ready to grow within a long-term private practice opportunity
• Surgically trained, with rearfoot and ankle training preferred
• Well-rounded clinically and appreciative of all aspects of podiatric care
• Comfortable with surgical, medical, wound care, diabetic foot care, sports medicine, DME, orthotics, nail/skin/dermatologic conditions, and routine podiatric care
• Coachable, confident, professional, and team-oriented
• Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills with patients, staff, referring providers, and leadership
• Committed to patient-centered care, accurate documentation, and long‑term practice growth

Education and Experience

• Doctoral degree in Podiatric Medicine from an accredited school of podiatry
• Completion of an accredited podiatric residency program
• Current active license as a Podiatrist in the State of Illinois, or ability to obtain Illinois licensure promptly
• Two or more years of post-residency clinical experience strongly preferred
• Strong recent graduates may be considered if they demonstrate maturity, clinical confidence, coachability, and clear long‑term alignment with private practice growth

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive physician compensation package
• Six figure base and lucrative bonus plan
• Uncapped collections‑based incentive model for a productive associate
• Tiered bonus structure tied to productivity, growth, practice contribution, and surgical volume
• Compensation structure designed to provide income stability while rewarding long‑term practice growth and high performance
• Long‑term partnership potential for the right candidate based on fit, performance, leadership, and alignment with the practice's vision
• Health insurance, dental insurance, and 401(k)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Supportive onboarding and operational support

Location

Algonquin, Illinois - Chicago Northwest Suburbs

The practice location and surrounding community offer excellent schools, shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and lifestyle amenities, with convenient access to the greater Chicago suburban market.