Chicago suburb needs a General Surgeon (min 3yrs experience teaching residents, etc.)

The health system located in a suburb south of Chicago is a leading independent academic medical center dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services across a broad spectrum of specialties and disciplines. This health system is recognized for assembling an unmatched team of accomplished physicians who are committed to delivering personalized, compassionate, and patient-centered care. Emphasizing comfort and trust, the institution serves patients of all ages, ensuring continuous attention throughout every phase of their healthcare journey. With a strong focus on clinical excellence, innovation, and multidisciplinary collaboration, this organization fosters an environment where physicians can thrive both professionally and personally.

This role is for a General Surgeon who is not only focused on delivering high-quality surgical care but is also passionate about academic medicine and the education of future surgeons. The successful candidate will be a core faculty member actively involved in the ACGME-accredited Surgery residency program, contributing significantly to clinical and didactic teaching, curriculum development, supervision of residents and medical students, and scholarly activities. Applicants will possess broad-based clinical expertise in general surgery with a demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practice and quality improvement. The position offers a full-time flexible schedule that supports a healthy work-life balance and integrates opportunities to focus on subspecialties within general surgery. This is an excellent opportunity for a surgeon with 3 to 5 years of post-residency experience who values collegiality, professionalism, and mentorship, and who seeks to contribute to a growing academic health system in the south suburban Chicago area.

The General Surgeon will provide comprehensive surgical care including elective and emergency procedures while championing safe, equitable, and cost-effective patient-centered care. The role requires strong leadership and organizational skills to foster a culture of continuous improvement and mentorship within the surgery residency program. The health system provides up-to-date surgical technologies and state-of-the-art equipment, including an Epic electronic medical record system, ensuring that the surgeon practices in a technologically advanced environment. In addition, this institution values innovation, compassion, and commitment to outstanding patient outcomes alongside academic rigor and professional growth.

Candidates must be board-certified in General Surgery, hold or be eligible for an Illinois medical license, and demonstrate ongoing clinical and scholarly activity. Prior experience with supervisory roles involving residents or fellows is required, as the surgeon will be deeply engaged in teaching and evaluation processes that shape the education of surgical trainees. This position is ideal for a dedicated professional who seeks to make a meaningful impact through both exemplary surgical practice and educational leadership.