Neurosurgeon

Aurora St. Luke's South Shore Medical Center; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 900,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

PSLF eligibility

CME allowance

Malpractice insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Neurosurgeon with a special interest in spine, cranial, or endovascular neurosurgery to join our team serving Advocate Christ Medical Center and Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in the Chicago area.

The role involves collaborating with seven neurosurgeons, cross-hospital call, trauma coverage, and developing a focused elective practice aligned with clinical interests.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Neurosurgery residency program.

Responsibilities

• Join an established neurosurgical team across two hospitals.
• Participate in neurosurgical call and trauma coverage.
• Opportunity to develop a subspecialized practice in spine, cranial, or endovascular neurosurgery.

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

Special Interest in Spine, Cranial, or Endovascular Neurosurgery

Locations: Advocate Christ Medical Center (Oak Lawn, IL) & Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital (Downers Grove, IL)

Join One of the Nation's Leading Neurosciences Programs

Advocate Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Neurosurgeon with a special interest in spine, cranial, or endovascular neurosurgery to join our established and growing neurosurgical team serving Advocate Christ Medical Center and Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, two premier tertiary care centers in the Chicago market.

This physician will join a collaborative team of seven neurosurgeons and work across both hospitals, participating in neurosurgical call and trauma coverage while having the opportunity to develop a focused elective practice aligned with their clinical interests. Niche subspecialty interests will be strongly supported, with elective case concentration primarily based at Advocate Christ Medical Center.

Supported by a robust multidisciplinary team and 24/7 advanced practice provider coverage, this position offers the resources, infrastructure, and referral base needed to build a thriving practice from day one.

Position Highlights

Join an experienced team of 7 neurosurgeons across two high-volume hospital campuses.

Practice at two leading Chicago-area neuroscience centers and Level I trauma facilities.

Opportunity to develop a focused practice in spine, cranial, or endovascular neurosurgery.

Dedicated clinic and operating room time.

Comprehensive inpatient and outpatient APP coverage with a team of 25 advanced practice providers available around the clock.

State-of-the-art neurosurgical suites featuring advanced technology and AI-enhanced imaging capabilities.

Established referral network delivering strong patient volumes and complex case exposure.

Epic electronic medical record platform.

Shared 1:4 call schedule.

Compensation & Incentives

Competitive two-year guaranteed salary of $900,000-$950,000, based on training, experience, board certifications, and overall qualifications.

Market-competitive sign-on bonus.

Relocation assistance available.

Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) through our 501(c)(3) status.

Paid medical malpractice insurance.

CME allowance and professional development support

Qualifications

MD or DO degree.

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery.

Completion of an ACGME-accredited Neurosurgery residency program.

Interest or advanced training in spine, cranial, or endovascular neurosurgery preferred.

Advocate Health offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support physicians professionally and personally, including:

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

Retirement plans with employer contributions.

Paid time off.

Flexible spending accounts.

Family-building and parental support benefits, including adoption and surrogacy assistance.

Educational assistance programs.

Financial wellness resources and retirement planning support.

Life in the Chicago Southwest Suburbs

Located just minutes from downtown Chicago, Oak Lawn and Downers Grove offer the ideal balance of suburban living and urban accessibility. Residents enjoy highly regarded schools, diverse neighborhoods, abundant parks and recreation, vibrant dining and entertainment options, and convenient access to major transportation corridors. The region combines a strong sense of community with all the amenities of a world-class metropolitan area.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is one of the nation's largest nonprofit integrated health systems, serving patients across Illinois, Wisconsin, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Alabama. Anchored by Wake Forest University School of Medicine as its academic core, Advocate Health is advancing the future of healthcare through innovation, research, education, and compassionate patient care.

At Advocate Health, we are committed to being a Best Place to Care by empowering physicians, fostering well-being, removing barriers to excellent care, and creating an environment where clinicians can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the communities they serve.

Why This Opportunity?

This is a unique opportunity to join one of the Midwest's premier neuroscience teams, practice at two highly respected tertiary care centers, and build a subspecialized neurosurgical practice supported by exceptional colleagues, advanced technology, and a large referral network.