Physician: Gastroenterology Hospitalist - Lake Forest, IL

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 480,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital in Lake Forest, IL seeks a BE/BC Gastroenterology Hospitalist for inpatient care and procedures within our Digestive Health Institute. The role emphasizes endoscopy, GI emergencies, and collaboration with subspecialists.

Hospital-based schedule includes 26 weeks of 12-hour shifts (1 on/1 off) with APC support and a strong benefits package. This position resides at a five-star CMS hospital known for excellence in the Chicago

Qualifications

• Board Eligible/Certified in Gastroenterology (BE/BC).
• Eligible to practice in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient gastroenterology care for hospitalized patients.
• Perform endoscopic procedures including upper and lower endoscopy and PEG placement.
• Collaborate with interventional endoscopists and subspecialists to coordinate patient care.

Education

BE/BC

Tools

EPIC

Job description

The salary range for this position is $480,000.00 - $650,000.00 (Annually).

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity.

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.

Description

NM Health Network Medical Group is seeking a BE/BC, fellowship-trained Gastroenterology Hospitalist to join our team in Lake Forest, IL, located in the northern suburbs of Chicago.

This is a hospital-based role focused on inpatient gastroenterology care, consultative services, and endoscopic procedures for hospitalized and emergency department patients. The ideal candidate will be proficient in upper and lower endoscopy, PEG placement, and the management of GI emergencies, including GI bleeding, food impactions, and volvulus.

The GI Hospitalist will work alongside established interventional endoscopists and Northwestern Medicine subspecialists to provide comprehensive patient care.

• Schedule: 26-weeks, 7-day weeks, 12-hour days (1 week on/1 week off)
• This position will be supported by an Advanced Practice Provider to facilitate inpatient consults and transition of care
• A physician led medical group that promotes physician leadership, wellness, and work-life balance
• Part of Northwestern Medicine's Digestive Health Institute (DHI), a nationally recognized, integrated digestive health program
• Outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, and CME fund
• Hospital privileges at NM Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital
• EPIC electronic health record system

NM Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital is a community hospital located in Lake Forest, Illinois - Rated a 5-star hospital, the highest possible rating by CMS, and named the Consumer Choice hospital in Lake and Kenosha counties for 10 years in a row by National Research Corporation. The hospital has been ranked No. 8 (tie) in the Chicago Metro Area and Illinois by U.S. News & World Report, (2024 - 2025).

Qualifications

BE/BC

Equal Opportunity

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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. *Benefits Eligibility is based on classification please note that Casual / Per Diem/Moonlighter classifications are not benefits eligible.