About this opportunity
SCP Health lists this Emergency Medicine Physician opportunity in hillsboro, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Service Line: Emergency Medicine (EM)
Position Title: Emergency Medicine Physician
Location: Hillsboro Area Hospital - Hillsboro, Illinois
Job Type: Full-Time
Recruiter: Megan Doher
Position Overview
Serve patients in moments that matter and be a part of the future of health care. SCP Health, a physician-founded and physician-led organization, is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) to join the Emergency Department at Hillsboro Area Hospital, a critical access hospital located in Hillsboro, Illinois.
This opportunity offers a low-to-moderate volume Emergency Department, 12- or 24-hour physician shifts, and the ability to practice broad-scope emergency medicine in a newly renovated, physician-friendly facility.
Clinical & Program Details
Patient Volume: 6,000 ED visits annually
Specialties: Emergency Medicine
Coverage Model: Physician coverage with 12- or 24-hour shifts
Facility Type: 25-bed Critical Access Hospital
Acuity: Low to moderate
EMR: CPSI
ICU: Yes
Procedures: Standard emergency medicine procedures
Admissions/Transfers: Coordinated as appropriate
Tele Coverage: Telemed at night
Qualifications
Education: MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Licensure: Illinois medical license (or ability to obtain)
Board Certification: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
Experience: Prior Emergency Department experience preferred
Clinical Skills: Broad emergency medicine skill set appropriate for a critical access environment
Badges: BLS, ACLS, PALS (or ability to obtain)
Facility & Clinical Details
About Hillsboro Area Hospital
Hillsboro Area Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital offering emergency care, inpatient care, and transitional care, along with diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, physical therapy, sleep clinic, and surgical services. The facility provides 24-hour laboratory and x-ray services, as well as MRI capabilities, supporting comprehensive, high-quality patient care. The Emergency Department is housed in a newly built, environmentally friendly ("green") facility, designed to enhance efficiency, safety, and provider experience.
Innovation & Growth
Hillsboro Area Hospital continues to invest in modern healthcare delivery through facility expansion, technology upgrades, and sustainable design. The newly renovated emergency department reflects a commitment to innovation, efficiency, and environmental responsibility. Physicians are encouraged to contribute to clinical improvement initiatives and care model development as the hospital continues to evolve to meet community needs.
Teamwork & Culture
The Emergency Department operates in a collaborative, close-knit environment with strong nursing support, engaged hospital leadership, and SCP Health partnership. Providers benefit from open communication, flexible scheduling, and a shared commitment to delivering personalized, patient-centered care.
Services
Hillsboro Area Hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including:
24/7 Emergency Care
Inpatient and Transitional Care
Diagnostic Imaging (X-ray, MRI)
Laboratory Services (24-hour coverage)
Physical Therapy
Sleep Clinic
Surgical Services
Community Information
Hillsboro, Illinois offers some of the most scenic landscapes in the Midwest and serves as an important center for commercial, legal, and industrial activity. With a diversified economic base and a large labor force, many residents commute to Springfield or St. Louis, both approximately one hour away.
Benefits & Compensation
Competitive compensation package with earning potential up to:
Benefits Eligibility: Comprehensive benefits available, including:Health insurance
Group dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
Equitable scheduling patterns
Dedicated SCP Health leadership and operational support
Why SCP Health
For over 50 years, SCP Health has been serving patients in moments that matter. As a physician-founded and physician-led organization specializing in emergency, hospital, and critical care medicine, SCP Health supports clinicians with national resources, regional leadership, and evidence-based practices.
Our model empowers physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while maintaining professional autonomy and work-life balance.
Together, we heal.
Worksite address
hillsboro, IL, 62049, US
Who can apply
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