Anesthesiologist Jobs in Illinois

Anesthesiologist jobs in Illinois are consistently active, concentrated in large academic medical centers, integrated health systems, and outpatient surgical facilities, with openings at every level from new residency graduates through senior attending physicians. Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield are the dominant hiring hubs, anchored by employers like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and OSF HealthCare. The most in-demand specialties in Illinois are cardiac anesthesia, pediatric anesthesia, and regional anesthesia for high-volume orthopedic and spine programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles27
Top employerPhysician Recruitment
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring19
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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TeamHealth
Anesthesiologist
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Anesthesiologist
TeamHealth
Shiloh, Illinois
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
$600k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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TeamHealth
Anesthesiologist
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Anesthesiologist
TeamHealth
Belleville, Illinois
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
$600k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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graham health system
Anesthesiologist
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Anesthesiologist
graham health system
Canton, Illinois
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)

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Cook County Health & Hospitals System
General Anesthesiologist
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Cook County Health & Hospitals System
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General Anesthesiologist
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
ACLS Certification

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Endeavor Health
Anesthesiologist (NS/SW)
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Endeavor Health
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Anesthesiologist (NS/SW)
Endeavor Health
Evanston, Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$425k - $600k/yr
10,000+

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Anesthesiologist Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
6 jobs
Winfield
2 jobs
Lake Forest
2 jobs
Palos Heights
2 jobs
Zion
1 job
Canton
1 job
DeKalb
1 job
Geneva
1 job
Harvey
1 job

Anesthesiologist Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

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Physician Recruitment9 open roles
Northwestern University
Northwestern University4 open roles
NorthStar Anesthesia
NorthStar Anesthesia3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in anesthesiologist jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Illinois Controlled Substance License and valid DEA registration required
  • Completion of an ACGME-accredited anesthesiology residency program required
  • Board certification or active board eligibility through the American Board of Anesthesiology
  • Current Illinois medical license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
  • Proficiency with standard anesthesia delivery systems and electronic anesthesia records
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification maintained and current at time of hire

Anesthesiologist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a anesthesiologist in Illinois?

You become a licensed anesthesiologist in Illinois by completing medical school, finishing an ACGME-accredited anesthesiology residency, and obtaining a full medical license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. You must also secure an Illinois Controlled Substance License and a federal DEA registration before practicing independently. Board certification through the American Board of Anesthesiology is expected by most Illinois employers, including all major health systems.

Which companies hire anesthesiologists in Illinois?

Employers hiring anesthesiologists in Illinois right now include Physician Recruitment, Northwestern University, and NorthStar Anesthesia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's large integrated systems and academic medical centers generate the most consistent volume of anesthesiologist openings across hospital, ambulatory, and subspecialty settings.

Which Illinois cities have the most anesthesiologist jobs?

Chicago, Winfield, and Lake Forest have the most anesthesiologist openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because of its concentration of academic medical centers, Level I trauma hospitals, and multi-site health systems, while Peoria and Springfield draw steady demand from regional anchors like OSF HealthCare and HSHS Medical Group serving large catchment areas outside the metro.

Are there remote anesthesiologist jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of anesthesiologist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is in clinical settings. The portions most suited to remote work are telemedicine pre-anesthesia evaluations and pain management consultations where no procedural component is required.

How can I get hired as a anesthesiologist in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to fellowship or new-attending hiring programs at Illinois academic centers such as Northwestern Memorial, University of Chicago Medicine, or University of Illinois Hospital, which regularly recruit physicians coming straight out of residency. Candidates without post-residency experience strengthen their profile by completing an ACGME-accredited fellowship in a high-demand subspecialty like regional or cardiac anesthesia, obtaining their Illinois medical license and Controlled Substance License before interviewing, and targeting locum tenens roles at Illinois community hospitals as a bridge to a permanent position.

Where can I find and apply to anesthesiologist jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to anesthesiologist jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find the roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly to each one.

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