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Physician: Family Medicine - Huntley, IL

Northwestern Medicine · Huntley, IL · Full time · Health Care Provider

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

One week on call every six weeks. What does that week actually look like for you?

What they are checking: The posting states the call arrangement precisely.

Clinic hours are seven to five, Monday to Friday, at Huntley. How does that fit your life?

What they are checking: The posting states the hours and the site.

What would you do

How do you manage a patient with several chronic conditions in a twenty minute visit?

What they are checking: The permanent arithmetic of family medicine.

How do you use nurses and medical assistants well in a clinic?

What they are checking: The posting names nurse and certified medical assistant support.

How do you manage an in-basket alongside a full clinic?

What they are checking: Messages and results are the invisible half of primary care work.

A patient wants a test or a referral you do not think they need. How does that go?

What they are checking: The most common conflict in primary care and the answer shows how they treat people.

How do you build a panel in a community where you are new?

What they are checking: The posting joins a team of five, and a new physician grows into a practice.

About the work

Tell me about the panel you manage and how you like to practice.

What they are checking: The posting names caring for individuals and families across all ages.

How do you decide when to admit rather than manage a patient as an outpatient?

What they are checking: The posting names privileges at McHenry, Huntley and Woodstock.

Where are you with Illinois licensure and board certification?

What they are checking: The posting requires a valid Illinois licence or the ability to obtain one, and board eligibility or certification.

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The full job description

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Northwestern Medicine is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Family Medicine Physician to join our team in Huntley, IL, in the northwestern suburbs of Chicago. As a NM Family Medicine Physician, you will provide exceptional, patient-centered care to individuals and families across all ages. You will manage a broad spectrum of health issues of acute and chronic conditions while promoting wellness and preventative care. This is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on patients’ lives while working in a supportive and collaborative environment that maintains a healthy work-life balance. The ideal candidate values high-quality care and building strong patient relationships in a clinic-based environment. • Join a team of 5 Family Medicine Physicians • Clinic hours are Monday – Friday, 7 AM – 5 PM • Call responsibilities: 1 week on call every 6 weeks • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and other healthcare professionals • Hospital privileges at McHenry, Huntley, and Woodstock • Standard primary care equipment and onsite lab services • Nurse and certified medical assistant support • EPIC electronic health system • Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical institution • Board-eligible or certified in Family Medicine • Valid IL medical license or ability to obtain licensure 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. Please click here to learn more about benefits.

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