Ophthalmologist - Glaucoma

Endeavor Health; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 300,000 - 528,000; Full time

Job summary

Endeavor Health’s Eye and Vision Center on the Chicago North Shore is seeking a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist to join our established Ophthalmology division. You will develop a high-volume glaucoma practice with a strong local referral network and access to advanced diagnostic and surgical technology.

Academic affiliation with the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine offers teaching and professional development within a physician-led, integrated health system.

Qualifications

• Fellowship-trained glaucoma ophthalmologist.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Illinois.
• Board certification or eligibility in ophthalmology.

Responsibilities

• Develop a high-volume glaucoma practice across multiple sites with access to advanced diagnostic and surgical technology.
• Provide patient care in clinic and operating room settings within an academic-affiliated, physician-led system.
• Collaborate within a strong referral network and participate in teaching and professional development.

Skills

Fellowship-trained

Board Certified/Eligible

Education

Medical school

Illinois medical license

Board certification/eligibility (Ophthalmology)

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

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
• IOL Master 700

Our surgical center at Glenbrook Hospital features:

• Centurion phacoemulsification systems
• Zeiss Artevo microscopes with Callisto
• Intraoperative OCT

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

• 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:

• Graduate of an accredited and recognized medical school required
• Eligible for medical licensing in the State of Illinois
• Board certification/Board eligible in area of expertise
• 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.

We are committed to delivering high-quality, community-connected care while supporting physician growth, collaboration, and long-term career development.

Why This Role

This position offers an ideal balance of:

• 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 a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.

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.

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