OB/GYN Jobs in Illinois
OB/GYN jobs in Illinois represent one of the most active markets in the Midwest, with demand concentrated in hospital systems, academic medical centers, and multispecialty group practices and openings available at every level from first-year residents completing training to senior physicians and department chairs. The heaviest hiring is in Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield, where established systems like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and OSF HealthCare maintain large obstetrics and gynecology programs. The most consistent openings are in maternal-fetal medicine, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, and general ob/gyn practice. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws/practice act.
- Performs assessments, planning, intervention and evaluation of care
- Documents according to standards of care.
- Develops initiates and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and/or clinic policy including patient and family instruction.
- Utilizes resources available to teach and support patient and family education. Provides education to the appropriate level of understanding.
- Acts to resolve systems breakdowns and engages self and others in providing solutions.
- Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.
- Utilizes clinical expertise & guidance to other units/departments in support of the patient’s longitudinal plan of care.
- Utilizes critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.
- Participates in the professional nursing continuum process, unit/department practice activities and decisions and peer review process
- Positively influences the professional and organizational environments and shared governance.
- Engages in personal development and supports system-entity opportunities for continuous learning and growth including developing or revising evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Illinois: 10 hours of continued education (as required for IL licensure)
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.
May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines)
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
Licensed as an RN in state of practice
Approved CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days
Other certification(s) per department requirements. For example: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and NRP
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
May include color blind test (per department guidelines)
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION
N/A
PAY RANGE:
$31.21 - $46.81Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Disability Insurance
FSA/HSA Options
Generous, accruing paid time off
Paid Parental and caregiver leave
Career advancement and educational opportunities
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Certification Reimbursement
Well-being Programs
Employee Discounts
On-Demand Pay
Financial Education
Annual recognition/awards events
Partner appreciation days
Family entertainment/attractions discount
Community service/improvement opportunities
Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.
At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:
#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws/practice act.
- Performs assessments, planning, intervention and evaluation of care
- Documents according to standards of care.
- Develops initiates and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and/or clinic policy including patient and family instruction.
- Utilizes resources available to teach and support patient and family education. Provides education to the appropriate level of understanding.
- Acts to resolve systems breakdowns and engages self and others in providing solutions.
- Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.
- Utilizes clinical expertise & guidance to other units/departments in support of the patient’s longitudinal plan of care.
- Utilizes critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.
- Participates in the professional nursing continuum process, unit/department practice activities and decisions and peer review process
- Positively influences the professional and organizational environments and shared governance.
- Engages in personal development and supports system-entity opportunities for continuous learning and growth including developing or revising evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Illinois: 10 hours of continued education (as required for IL licensure)
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.
May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines)
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
Licensed as an RN in state of practice
Approved CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days
Other certification(s) per department requirements. For example: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and NRP
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
May include color blind test (per department guidelines)
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION
N/A
PAY RANGE:
$31.21 - $46.81Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Disability Insurance
FSA/HSA Options
Generous, accruing paid time off
Paid Parental and caregiver leave
Career advancement and educational opportunities
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Certification Reimbursement
Well-being Programs
Employee Discounts
On-Demand Pay
Financial Education
Annual recognition/awards events
Partner appreciation days
Family entertainment/attractions discount
Community service/improvement opportunities
Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.
At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:
#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women
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Find OB/GYN JobsOB/GYN Jobs by City in Illinois
Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
OB/GYN Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- OSF HealthCare11
- MercyOne5
- 77 Consultants57
- Advocate Aurora Health4
- Duly Health and Care3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in OB/GYN jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois medical license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Board certification or active board eligibility in obstetrics and gynecology through ABOG
- Completion of an accredited ob/gyn residency program approved by the ACGME
- Current DEA registration and ability to prescribe controlled substances in Illinois
- Valid BLS and ACLS certification maintained throughout employment
- Demonstrated experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
OB/GYN Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a ob/gyn in Illinois?
To practice as an ob/gyn in Illinois, you must hold an active Illinois Physician and Surgeon license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. The path includes completing medical school, finishing a four-year ACGME-accredited ob/gyn residency, and passing both USMLE or COMLEX Step exams. Board certification through the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, while not always mandatory at hire, is required or strongly preferred by most Illinois hospital systems and group practices.
How much do OB/GYNs make in Illinois?
OB/GYNs in Illinois earn a median of about $208,000 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $208,000 for the lowest 10% to over $413,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire ob/gyns in Illinois?
Employers hiring ob/gyns in Illinois right now include OSF HealthCare, MercyOne, and 77 Consultants, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers drive consistent volume, particularly for ob/gyns who can cover both outpatient clinic duties and hospital call schedules.
Which Illinois cities have the most ob/gyn jobs?
Silvis, Moline, and Park Ridge have the most ob/gyn openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because of its density of academic medical centers, Level I trauma hospitals, and multispecialty group practices, while Peoria and Springfield draw from OSF HealthCare and large regional health systems that serve substantial rural catchment areas requiring full-service ob/gyn coverage.
Are there remote ob/gyn jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Ob/gyn work is inherently hands-on, requiring physical presence for deliveries, surgical procedures, and in-person exams. About 6% of ob/gyn openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in telehealth consultation, administrative medical director roles, or utilization review rather than direct clinical care.
How can I get hired as a ob/gyn in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path for physicians early in their careers is applying directly for first-year attending positions at Illinois teaching hospitals, which routinely hire ob/gyns immediately following residency. Systems like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and University of Illinois Health run structured new-attending onboarding programs. Candidates who completed their residency at an Illinois program have an advantage through existing credentialing relationships. Securing your Illinois DFPR license and ABOG board eligibility before applying significantly shortens the credentialing timeline at most institutions.
Where can I find and apply to ob/gyn jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to ob/gyn jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from hospitals, group practices, and health systems across the state. Find the roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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