Family Medicine Physician Jobs in Illinois

Family Medicine Physician jobs in Illinois are in strong and steady demand, with openings concentrated in primary care clinics, federally qualified health centers, and integrated hospital systems serving both urban and rural communities, with roles available from newly licensed physicians through senior and lead practitioners. Chicago, Rockford, and Springfield anchor most of the hiring activity, and well-established employers such as Northwestern Medicine, OSF HealthCare, and Rush University Medical Group maintain consistent openings across the state. The most sought-after areas within family medicine in Illinois include geriatric care, chronic disease management, and underserved community health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles67
Top employerOSF HealthCare
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring45
Work type78% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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OSF HealthCare
Family Medicine or Med/Peds Physician in Fairbury, Illinois
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Family Medicine or Med/Peds Physician in Fairbury, Illinois
OSF HealthCare
Fairbury, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
$285k - $305k/yr
10,000+

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US Department of Veterans Affairs
Physician (Family Medicine)
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US Department of Veterans Affairs
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Physician (Family Medicine)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
North Chicago, Illinois
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$200k - $300k/yr
Hybrid
Military encouraged
10,000+

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One Medical
Per Diem Family Medicine Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Casual Employee) - Chicago suburbs
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One Medical
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Per Diem Family Medicine Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Casual Employee) - Chicago suburbs
One Medical
Oak Brook, Illinois
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
1,001-5,000

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One Medical
Per Diem Family Medicine Physician (Casual Provider) - Chicago suburbs
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Per Diem Family Medicine Physician (Casual Provider) - Chicago suburbs
One Medical
Deerfield, Illinois
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
1,001-5,000

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One Medical
Per Diem Family Medicine Physician (Casual Provider) - Chicago city
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One Medical
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Per Diem Family Medicine Physician (Casual Provider) - Chicago city
One Medical
Chicago, Illinois
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
1,001-5,000

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Family Medicine Physician Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Springfield
4 jobs
Decatur
3 jobs
La Grange
3 jobs
Normal
2 jobs
Peoria
2 jobs
Galesburg
2 jobs
Nashville
2 jobs
Orland Park
2 jobs

Family Medicine Physician Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • OSF HealthCare
    OSF HealthCare15
  • Carle Health
    Carle Health8
  • One Medical
    One Medical4
  • Duly Health and Care
    Duly Health and Care4
  • Hospital Sisters Health System
    Hospital Sisters Health System4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services22
  • Education1
  • Non-Profit & Social Services1

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in family medicine physician jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Illinois Physician and Surgeon license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school plus completed family medicine residency
  • Board certification or active board eligibility through the American Board of Family Medicine
  • Current DEA registration and Illinois Controlled Substance license for prescribing authority
  • Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner in a clinical setting
  • Strong competency in preventive care, chronic disease management, and pediatric through geriatric patients

Family Medicine Physician Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a family medicine physician in Illinois?

To practice as a family medicine physician in Illinois, you must hold an active Physician and Surgeon license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. This requires completing medical school, finishing an accredited family medicine residency program, and passing the USMLE or COMLEX licensing exams. Most Illinois employers also expect board certification through the American Board of Family Medicine, which requires a separate exam after residency.

How much do family medicine physicians make in Illinois?

Family medicine physicians in Illinois earn a median of about $245,120 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $95,260 for the lowest 10% to over $321,980 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire family medicine physicians in Illinois?

Employers hiring family medicine physicians in Illinois right now include OSF HealthCare, Carle Health, and One Medical, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's mix of large academic medical systems, regional hospital networks, and community health centers means openings are distributed statewide, not concentrated solely in Chicago.

Which Illinois cities have the most family medicine physician jobs?

Chicago, Springfield, and Decatur have the most family medicine physician openings in Illinois. Chicago leads because of its concentration of major health systems and federally qualified health centers, while Rockford and Springfield attract consistent demand through regional hospital networks and state government-affiliated clinics that anchor hiring in those metro areas.

Are there remote family medicine physician jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. Family medicine is a hands-on clinical role that requires in-person patient examinations, so most positions require on-site presence. About 22% of family medicine physician openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth consultations, chronic disease follow-ups, or administrative and medical director responsibilities rather than full clinical practice.

How can I get hired as a family medicine physician in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to residency-to-practice pipeline programs at large Illinois health systems such as Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Group, and OSF HealthCare, all of which regularly onboard newly licensed physicians transitioning out of residency. Locum tenens assignments at Illinois rural health clinics and federally qualified health centers are a practical way to build experience without a long-term commitment. Completing your Illinois DFPR license promptly and obtaining DEA registration before your job search gives you a clear edge over candidates who are still awaiting credentials.

Where can I find and apply to family medicine physician jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to family medicine physician jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers across the state. Find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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