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