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Posted 20 July, 2026

Child/Adolescent Psychiatry Physician - Des Plaines, IL

Advocate Health
Landwehr Estates, IL, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview & Requirements

We invite you to become a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Physician with our organization in Des Plaines, IL, part of one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the nation.

At our organization, we strive to create a Best Place to Care environment, where physicians are valued, listened to, and equipped to excel in their roles. You will join a prominent integrated system dedicated to innovation, community well-being, and the populations we serve. If you are looking for professional development, a chance to make a significant impact, or a supportive team, your journey begins here.

Key Highlights
  • 1.0 FTE

  • Specialization in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry

  • Salary range: $290,333

  • Sign-on bonus available

  • H1B sponsorship offered

  • Outpatient care only

  • Opportunity to teach

  • Participate in call coverage rotation for crisis situations in the ED and inpatient psychiatric admissions

  • Hybrid work options available

  • Access to clinical support staff

  • Utilization of EPIC EMR system

  • Join a nationally recognized organization with a physician-led medical group and integrated service lines

  • Utilize DAX Copilot, an AI-driven clinical documentation tool that integrates with Epic, enhancing clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review and editing

  • Work in an environment committed to providing safe and equitable care for all patients

Required Training and Experience

Completion of a Child/Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship is necessary.

Benefits
  • Paid Time Off programs available for eligible roles

  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage

  • Retirement benefits, featuring 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources

  • Flexible spending accounts for qualifying health care and dependent care expenses

  • Family support benefits, which may encompass parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support

  • Educational assistance and professional development opportunities

  • Coverage for medical liability insurance

  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances

  • Relocation assistance available

About Des Plaines, Illinois

Des Plaines is a city located in Cook County, Illinois, and serves as a suburb of Chicago, situated just minutes north of O'Hare International Airport. Named after the Des Plaines River, which flows through the city near its walkable downtown area, Des Plaines boasts nationally recognized elementary and secondary schools. The community is enriched by art and theater guilds, a concert series, a well-resourced public library, and a historical museum, all reflecting its cultural development. The progressive park district and extensive forest preserves cater to recreational needs for all ages. Des Plaines offers excellent transportation options, making it easy to travel globally, enjoy outdoor activities, and access Chicago in under 30 minutes by train, all while living in a community dedicated to a high quality of life.

About Our Organization

We are among the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United States, delivering care under various names across multiple states. With an academic core at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, we are at the forefront of healthcare innovation, research, education, and compassionate care.

By joining our organization, you become part of a team dedicated to being a Best Place to Care, where clinicians are supported, heard, and empowered to prioritize patient care. This initiative is rooted in listening to care teams, eliminating barriers to exceptional care, and promoting well-being and connection. Our mission is to redefine care from discovery to everyday moments for everyone involved, guided by our values of uplifting one another, leading with purpose, collaborating boldly, and embracing change with optimism. Here, you will find not just a job, but a meaningful career filled with growth and impact.