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Physician: Family Medicine - Wheaton, IL

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

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 5, 2026

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About your past

Call is two days a month. How does that fit your life?

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

The clinic runs early to half past six on Mondays and to four on Fridays. How does that fit your life?

What they are checking: The posting sets out the clinic hours for each day.

You would be joining four other family medicine physicians. How do you like to work within a group that size?

What they are checking: The posting states the team is five physicians including this role.

What would you do

How do you handle a visit where the patient brings five problems and you have twenty minutes?

What they are checking: The daily reality of primary care and the answer shows how they really practice.

How do you work with a nurse and a medical assistant so the day runs well?

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

How do you manage your in-basket and results without it taking over your evenings?

What they are checking: The posting names EPIC, and message volume is what burns out primary care.

You would have privileges at Central DuPage. How do you want to work with the hospital?

What they are checking: The posting names hospital privileges and how much they use them varies by physician.

About the work

Tell me about your family medicine practice and the patients you enjoy caring for.

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

How do you manage a patient panel with several chronic conditions?

What they are checking: Chronic disease management is the bulk of a family medicine panel.

What procedures do you want to keep doing in clinic?

What they are checking: The posting names a procedure room and standard primary care equipment.

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The full job description

As published by Northwestern Medicine.

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Family Medicine Physician to join our team in Wheaton, 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 Mondays: 7:30AM - 6:30PM; Tuesdays-Thursdays: 7:30AM - 5PM; Fridays: 7:30AM - 4PM • Call responsibilities: 2 days a month • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and other healthcare professionals • Hospital privileges at Central DuPage Hospital • Standard primary care equipment, procedure room, 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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