Physician- Department Chair of Anesthesiology- Chicago, IL

Advocate Health is seeking an experienced, visionary Anesthesiologist to serve as Department Chair of Anesthesiology at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center and our brand-new Ambulatory Surgery Center near Lincoln Park. This is a rare opportunity to shape the next generation of anesthesiology care at a state-of-the-art academic medical center and cutting-edge outpatient facility in one of Chicago’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

As Department Chair, you’ll provide both clinical and administrative leadership, guiding a talented team of 30 attending physicians, 10 CRNAs, and 32 residents while advancing quality, innovation, and collaboration across Advocate Health.

Why Join Advocate Health:

• Large, established, and stable practice as part of the nation's third largest integrated healthcare system
• 397-bed, nationally recognized teaching hospital with deep academic partnerships with 15 ORs, 4 GI, 2 Cath, 3 Specialty, 4 ASC, 3 Educational Services, OB
• Brand-new 20,000 sq. ft. ASC with 2 ORs, endoscopy suites, and full imaging/lab support
• Opportunity to lead an established and evolving residency training program
• Broad influence and accountability within a collaborative procedural services environment
• Exposure to a full spectrum academic practice including subspecialty and advanced care

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Department of Anesthesiology, ensuring excellence in patient care, safety, and service quality.
• Maintain a robust quality assurance and peer review program focused on continuous improvement and best practices.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and collaboration across the department and hospital.
• Oversee clinical performance, credentialing, and professional development of all anesthesia providers.
• Partner with hospital and Advocate Health leadership to drive operational efficiency, achieve key performance goals, and support organizational initiatives.
• Lead departmental education efforts, including oversight of residency and continuing medical education programs.
• Support recruitment, retention, and workforce development to meet current and future service needs.
• Collaborate with surgical, nursing, and administrative leaders on strategic planning, capital budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Ensure departmental compliance with hospital policies, medical staff bylaws, and regulatory standards.
• Represent the department on key hospital committees and serve as an advocate for the anesthesiology team within the broader medical community.

This is more than a leadership role—it’s a chance to build, inspire, and elevate anesthesiology at one of Chicago’s leading medical institutions.

• MD/DO with active Illinois license and Board Certification in Anesthesiology
• Proven leadership and administrative experience
• Strong communication, collaboration, and team development skills
• Academic or teaching experience required

• A competitive compensation model that is sustainable, equitable, transparent, compliant, and rewarding
• 8 weeks of vacation, dedicated CME time, and guaranteed post-call days
• Paid occurrence-based medical liability insurance
• No noncompete for Hospital Based Specialists, including Anesthesiology
• Eligible for our generous student loan forgiveness program and/or sign-on bonus
• Health and welfare benefits such as health, dental, vision, life and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match, in addition to a 3% company contribution for a total employer contribution of up to 6% and other financial wellness programs
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy assistance
• Educational Assistance Program
• Relocation assistance up to $12,000
• Salary range: $600,00 - $600,000

View full job description here.

Contact Information