Glaucoma Specialist

American Academy of Ophthalmology; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 300,000 - 528,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in the Chicago area is seeking a fellowship-trained Glaucoma Specialist to develop a high-volume glaucoma practice supported by a modern surgical platform and strong internal referral network. This role offers the opportunity to join an established group with significant growth potential. Candidates should be eligible for medical licensing in Illinois and board certified in ophthalmology, with access to advanced diagnostic technologies and a collaborative physician-led environment.

Qualifications

• Eligible for medical licensing in the State of Illinois.
• Board certified/board eligible in ophthalmology.

Responsibilities

• Develop a high-volume glaucoma practice with significant growth potential.
• Provide comprehensive care across all subspecialties of ophthalmology.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic and surgical technologies.

Skills

Glaucoma expertise

Patient care

Surgical skills

Clinical autonomy

Education

Graduate of an accredited medical school

Tools

Humphrey Visual Field analyzer

Spectralis OCT

SLT and YAG lasers

Intraoperative OCT

Job description

Glaucoma Specialist – Chicago North Shore | High Referral Volume | Advanced Surgical Platform | Academic Affiliation

Endeavor Health, the principal academic affiliate of the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, is seeking a fellowship-trained Glaucoma Specialist to join our established and growing Division of Ophthalmology.

This is a unique opportunity to develop a high-volume glaucoma practice within the largest multispecialty ophthalmology group on Chicago’s North Shore, supported by a strong internal referral network, modern infrastructure, and a collaborative physician-led environment.

Opportunity Highlights

• Immediate referral base from comprehensive ophthalmologists, optometrists, and a large integrated primary care network
• Join a well-established group with only one existing glaucoma specialist, offering significant growth potential
• High-demand service line across a large, insured North Shore patient population
• Access to advanced diagnostic and surgical technology across clinic and OR settings
• Integrated Epic EMR and streamlined patient access across multiple sites
• Academic affiliation with the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, with opportunities for teaching and professional development

Practice Environment

Endeavor Health’s Eye and Vision Center is the largest multispecialty ophthalmology group on the North Shore, providing comprehensive care across all subspecialties.

• 14 ophthalmologists
• 4 optometrists
• 9 comprehensive ophthalmologists, many with subspecialty training

You will have the opportunity to build a robust glaucoma-focused practice, supported by experienced colleagues, highly trained staff, and strong institutional infrastructure.

Clinical & Surgical Resources

Our clinics are fully equipped with:

• Humphrey Visual Field analyzers
• Spectralis and Cirrus OCT
• SLT and YAG lasers
• PASCAL retina laser system
• Optos fundus imaging
• IOL Master 700

Our surgical center at Glenbrook Hospital features

• Centurion phacoemulsification systems
• ZEPTOLink IOL positioning system
• ORA intraoperative aberrometry
• Zeiss Artevo microscopes with Callisto
• Intraoperative OCT

This environment supports the full spectrum of glaucoma care, including laser, MIGS, and incisional glaucoma surgery.

Position Details

Role: Fellowship-trained Glaucoma Ophthalmologist (Board Certified/Eligible)
Locations: Skokie, Gurnee, and Glenbrook Hospital
Schedule: Full-time, 40 clinical hours per week, 46 weeks per year
Practice model: Physician-led, integrated medical group within a nationally recognized health system

Qualifications

Minimum Education Level: Graduate of an accredited and recognized medical school

Minimum Licensure Requirements: Eligible for medical licensing in the State of Illinois

Minimum Certification Requirements: Board certification/Board eligible in area of expertise

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation range: $300,000 – $528,000, based on experience, subspecialty training, and productivity
• Productivity-based incentives and quality performance considerations
• Paid medical liability insurance
• CME allowance and dedicated professional development support
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer contribution
• 457(b) plan for additional tax-deferred savings (physician-only)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement and career development pathways

About Endeavor Health

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare system serving over 4.2 million residents across northeast Illinois, with more than 300 ambulatory sites and eight Magnet-recognized hospitals.

Why This Role

• Clinical autonomy with strong institutional support
• High patient demand with immediate practice-building opportunity
• Advanced surgical capabilities
• Academic affiliation without heavy research requirements

Join a growing ophthalmology program where you can build a meaningful glaucoma practice while enjoying the resources and stability of a leading regional health system.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.