Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs in Illinois

Orthopedic Surgeon jobs in Illinois represent one of the most active surgical hiring markets in the Midwest, concentrated in large academic medical centers, multi-specialty health systems, and sports medicine practices, with openings from fellowship-completing residents through senior attending and department chief roles. Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield anchor most of the hiring, with major systems like Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, and OSF HealthCare consistently posting openings. Joint reconstruction, sports medicine, and spine surgery are the sub-specialties drawing the steadiest demand across Illinois. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles26
Top employerGenesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring13
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Quincy Medical Group
Orthopedic Upper Extremity Surgeon
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Quincy Medical Group
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Orthopedic Upper Extremity Surgeon
Quincy Medical Group
Quincy, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Surgeons
$750k - $1050k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Quincy Medical Group
Orthopedic Surgeon - Adult Reconstruction
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Quincy Medical Group
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Orthopedic Surgeon - Adult Reconstruction
Quincy Medical Group
Quincy, Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$750k - $1300k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Duly Health and Care
Orthopedic Spine Surgeon - Oak Lawn
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Duly Health and Care
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Orthopedic Spine Surgeon - Oak Lawn
Duly Health and Care
Oak Lawn, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$475k - $800k/yr
5,001-10,000

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Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Total Joint Orthopedic Surgeon
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Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Added 2w ago
Total Joint Orthopedic Surgeon
Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Chicago, Illinois
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
11-50

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Concentra
Orthopedic Surgeon Telecommute Medical Review Stream Physician
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Concentra
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Orthopedic Surgeon Telecommute Medical Review Stream Physician
Concentra
Chicago, Illinois
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
10,000+

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Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
6 jobs
Joliet
3 jobs
Peoria
3 jobs
Aurora
2 jobs
Quincy
2 jobs
Oak Brook
2 jobs
Saint Charles
2 jobs
Dixon
1 job
Evanston
1 job

Orthopedic Surgeon Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
    Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine12
  • OSF HealthCare
    OSF HealthCare4
  • Prime Healthcare Foundation-Southern Regional
    Prime Healthcare Foundation-Southern Regional3
  • Quincy Medical
    Quincy Medical2
  • P
    Physician Recruitment2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in orthopedic surgeon jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Illinois medical license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
  • Completion of an accredited orthopedic surgery residency program recognized by ACGME
  • Board certification or active board eligibility through the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Fellowship training in a sub-specialty such as sports medicine, spine, or joint reconstruction
  • Current DEA registration and Illinois Controlled Substance license for prescribing
  • Experience with electronic health record systems commonly used in Illinois health systems

Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an orthopedic surgeon in Illinois?

To practice as an orthopedic surgeon in Illinois, you must hold an active physician and surgeon license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, which requires completing medical school, an accredited orthopedic surgery residency, and passing the USMLE or COMLEX series. Most Illinois health systems also require board certification through the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Fellowship training in a sub-specialty strengthens candidacy at competitive academic centers.

How much do orthopedic surgeons make in Illinois?

Orthopedic surgeons in Illinois earn a median of about $426,580 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $115,310 for the lowest 10% to over $797,060 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire orthopedic surgeons in Illinois?

Employers hiring orthopedic surgeons in Illinois right now include Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, OSF HealthCare, and Prime Healthcare Foundation-Southern Regional, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's concentration of large academic medical systems and regional health networks means openings appear consistently across both urban teaching hospitals and community-based practices.

Which Illinois cities have the most orthopedic surgeon jobs?

The cities with the most orthopedic surgeon openings in Illinois are Chicago, Joliet, and Peoria. Chicago dominates due to its density of academic medical centers and multi-specialty systems, while Peoria and Springfield generate steady demand from regional health networks like OSF HealthCare and HSHS Medical Group that serve large non-urban patient populations across central and downstate Illinois.

Are there remote orthopedic surgeon jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. Orthopedic surgery is a hands-on surgical specialty that requires in-person patient care, so fully remote positions are the exception rather than the rule. About 0% of orthopedic surgeon openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles are almost exclusively in telehealth consultation, utilization review, or independent medical examination rather than direct surgical practice.

How can I get hired as an orthopedic surgeon in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a residency or fellowship that includes a clinical rotation at an Illinois health system, which often converts directly into an attending offer. Large Illinois employers such as Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, and the University of Illinois Health run structured new-physician onboarding programs and regularly hire graduating residents and fellows. Candidates without prior attending experience should target community hospitals and multi-specialty groups in downstate Illinois, where competition is lower, and ensure board eligibility is current before applying.

Where can I find and apply to orthopedic surgeon jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to orthopedic surgeon jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from health systems, specialty practices, and surgical groups across the state. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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