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Primary Care Physician - Internal Medicine Resident Trained - Chicago (Streeterville Campus)

Northwestern Medicine · Chicago, 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

How do you approach precepting a resident in your own clinic?

What they are checking: The posting names precepting residents in clinic among the academic activities.

Would you want inpatient teaching service time, and how would you fit it around a clinic?

What they are checking: The posting names inpatient teaching service as a possible activity.

The clinics are at the Arkes, Lavin and Galter pavilions on the Streeterville campus. How does that fit your life?

What they are checking: The posting names the campus and the pavilions.

What draws you to an academic medical centre rather than a community practice?

What they are checking: The posting emphasizes academic activities, and the trade-offs are real.

What would you do

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

What they are checking: The permanent arithmetic of primary care internal medicine.

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 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 teach a medical student without the visit taking twice as long?

What they are checking: The posting names precepting medical students, and time is the real constraint.

How do you build a panel when you are new to a practice?

What they are checking: A new primary care physician grows into a panel rather than inheriting one.

About the work

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

What they are checking: The posting is outpatient primary care for internal medicine trained physicians.

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The full job description

As published by Northwestern Medicine.

Northwestern Medicine seeks Internal Medicine Resident trained Primary Care Physicians to join our thriving outpatient practices in Chicago, IL (Streeterville Campus). Full-Time, Primary Care opportunities are available at our clinics located on the Streeterville campus, including the Arkes, Lavin and Galter pavilions. Qualified candidates will be board-certified/board-eligible in Internal Medicine , and eligible for a faculty appointment at Northwestern Medicine Feinberg School of Medicine. These positions may engage in academic activities such as precepting medical students, precepting residents in clinic, inpatient teaching service and participating in other undergraduate medical education activities as well as the opportunity to participate in research activities as a clinical expert or co-investigator. Involvement in academic activities will range based upon prior teaching experience. Recent residency graduates may have the opportunity to grow their educational and other skills through available academic opportunities, if desired. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core to Northwestern Medicine’s Patients First mission. This commitment is demonstrated through partnerships with local organizations that share our vision for a healthier Chicagoland. Our participation with these organizations goes well beyond world class medical care and research by providing resources – funding and people – to support education pipelines and strengthen Chicago’s communities. We have also been awarded the designation of “LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader” from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Healthcare Equality Index. Our physicians are also involved with The Diversity and Cultural Affairs Council at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We believe that what makes our communities better, makes us all better. Competitive 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. Beyond Patient Care At Northwestern Medicine, our patients-first approach is what sets us apart and better patient outcomes start with healthy physicians. This is why we are firmly committed to physician wellness and work-life balance. You will enjoy a stable schedule and healthy ratios of clinical support staff. Growth Opportunities Northwestern Medicine is built on a culture of physician leadership and involvement. This includes mentorship, so you can expand your professional growth and development. If you are looking to enhance your career with opportunities beyond patient care, you may also have access to educational, teaching, and research opportunities through Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Join the Quest for Better Joining Northwestern Medicine means you can impact the future of medicine and make a difference for a diverse group of patients and communities. If you are interested in advancing your career as a primary care physician, apply by clicking on the “I’m Interested” link on this posting or email your CV and cover letter to martin.pearson@nm.org . To explore other provider opportunities at NM, visit https://jobs.nm.org/physicians to learn more. Note: As part of the Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine faculty appointment process, all qualified Internal Medicine Resident trained candidates will be expected to submit a formal application to Northwestern University. #MGMJ #LI-MP Board-Certified/Board Eligible in Internal Medicine 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 We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

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