Description
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Your Practice. Your Schedule. Your Voice.
Independent Nephrology | Flexible Schedule | Partnership Without a Buy-In
The Opportunity
An established, independent nephrology practice in Chicago is seeking a third physician to join its growing team. With its primary office in the desirable Lincoln Park neighborhood, just north of downtown, this opportunity offers an appealing combination of clinical autonomy, professional collaboration, and long-term financial potential.
What truly distinguishes this practice is its philosophy. There is no traditional top-down hierarchy. Physicians are valued equally, participate in practice decisions, and share a commitment to fairness, transparency, and mutual respect. Whether you're a graduating fellow or an experienced nephrologist, you'll have a voice in shaping the future of the practice.
The group offers an established patient base, mentorship from experienced colleagues, and the flexibility to develop a schedule that aligns with your professional and personal priorities.
Opportunity Highlights
- Physician Equality & Shared Decision-Making: Join a genuinely collaborative practice where physicians have a voice, decisions are made collectively, and fairness is a guiding principle.
- Flexible Schedule: Design a schedule that works for you, with compensation aligned to your clinical responsibilities and productivity.
- Established Patient Base: Begin with an existing patient population and receive mentorship and support as you grow your practice.
- Manageable Clinical Footprint: Provide comprehensive nephrology care across a reasonable number of hospitals and dialysis centers, with additional coverage of select skilled nursing facilities and long-term acute care hospitals.
- Clinical Support: Benefit from an experienced nurse practitioner who supports the practice's clinical operations.
- Competitive Compensation: Market-competitive compensation with long-term earning potential tied to individual productivity.
- Partnership Without a Buy-In: Opportunity to become a partner in a production-based compensation model without the financial burden of a traditional buy-in.
- Future Investment Opportunities: Potential participation in dialysis medical directorships and other investment opportunities as they become available.
Candidate Qualifications:
- MD or DO degree
- BC/BE in Internal Medicine & Nephrology
- Completion of accredited U.S. internal medicine residency and nephrology fellowship program
- Current unrestricted Illinois medical license or ability to obtain one
- Strong commitment to high-quality patient care, professionalism, and collaborative relationships
- Interest in building a long-term career within an independent, physician led practice
- Candidates pursuing board eligibility through ABIM Pathway E cannot be considered for this opportunity
- Unfortuantely, this practice is unable to provide support to candidates requiring visa support
Living & Working in Chicago
World-Class City. Distinctive Neighborhoods. Endless Possibilities.
Chicago offers an exceptional combination of career opportunities, cultural experiences, and diverse residential communities. The practice's primary office is located in Lincoln Park, one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods, known for its tree-lined streets, historic homes, beautiful parks, excellent restaurants, and proximity to Lake Michigan. Residents enjoy convenient access to the lakefront trail, beaches, Lincoln Park Zoo, and the vibrant dining and entertainment scene, all just minutes from downtown.
Physicians can choose from a wide variety of neighborhoods and lifestyles, from the energy of downtown and the North Side to quieter residential communities and family-friendly suburbs with highly regarded schools. Chicago offers world-class museums, professional sports, theater, music, and an internationally recognized culinary scene. With two major airports and extensive transportation options, travel throughout the country and internationally is convenient.
For physicians seeking the professional rewards of independent practice without sacrificing flexibility, collaboration, or the opportunity to influence their future, this Chicago opportunity deserves serious consideration.
To learn more please contact tammy.elzy@nephmd.com or 612-237-9199.
NephMD Recruitment provides nephrology-focused recruitment and career guidance services using a personalized approach that isn't transactional and always personal. We have over 25 years of experience in nephrology. Career guidance is always free. Contact Tammy Elzy at tammy.elzy@nephmd.com or (612)237-9199. Check out our website at www.nephmd.com for more opportunities.
