Job Description
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 Practice Environment: 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 PASCAL retina laser system Optos fundus imaging IOL Master 700 Our surgical center at Glenbrook Hospital features: Centurion phacoemulsification systems ZEPTOLink IOL positioning system ORA intraoperative aberrometry Zeiss Artevo microscopes with Callisto Intraoperative OCT This environment supports the full spectrum of glaucoma care, including laser, MIGS, and incisional glaucoma surgery . Position 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: Minimum Education Level Graduate of an accredited and recognized medical school required Minimum Licensure Requirements Eligible for medical licensing in the State of Illinois Minimum Certification Requirements Board certification/Board eligible in area of expertise Compensation & Benefits 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 About Endeavor Health Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare system serving over 4.2 million residents across northeast Illinois, with more than 300 ambulatory sites and eight Magnet-recognized hospitals. We are committed to delivering high-quality, community-connected care while supporting physician growth, collaboration, and long-term career development. Why This Role This position offers an ideal balance of: Clinical autonomy with strong institutional support High patient demand with immediate practice-building opportunity Advanced surgical capabilities