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Mercyhealth

Exciting Opportunity for a Pediatric Physician to practice in the Rural Midwest! Excellent work-life balance! $258,000-$315,000

freeport, IL

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Mercyhealth lists this Exciting Opportunity for a Pediatric Physician to practice in the Rural Midwest! Excellent work-life balance! $258,000-$315,000 opportunity in freeport, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Opportunity:

Build your individual practice as an employed physician with the support of operational leaders and support staff

100% outpatient pediatrics

EPIC EMR

Vast multi-specialty referral sources

501c3 non-for-profit

Qualifications:

Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pediatrics residency program

MD/DO board certified/board eligible in Pediatrics

Skilled at providing exceptional care

The ability to communicate clearly and work as a member of a team

Compensation and Benefits:

Strategic partnership with physician liaison

Retention bonus eligible

Student Loan Repayment

CME, licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursed

Malpractice and tail insurance provided

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, etc

Day-one 403(b) matching retirement program

Short- and long-term disability

Paid parental and caregiver leave

Salary: $258,000-$315,000

Departmental Scope:

Outpatient pediatric care within a modern, multi-specialty clinic

Collaborative environment alongside OB/GYN, Internal Medicine, Imaging, and ancillary services

Consistent clinic hours

Shared call with inpatient and outpatient responsibilities

About Mercyhealth:

Regional health system with 7 hospitals, 100+ primary and specialty care centers in more than 90 communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.

Over 950+ partnered providers and 8,250+ professionals dedicated to compassionate, quality care.

With over 125 specialty and sub-specialty services, including adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular care together with WATCHMAN and TAVR, a cancer institute, plastic and reconstructive surgery, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and much more!

About the Community:

Freeport, Illinois offers a unique blend of Midwestern charm, history, and outdoor recreation. It is a welcoming and family-friendly community, providing an excellent quality of life with a relaxed pace and strong sense of community. Residents enjoy excellent schools, parks, and a safe environment ideal for families. The area is rich in history, known for its role in national events and preserved through local museums and historical sites. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby state parks offering hiking, fishing, kayaking, and camping. Conveniently located, the region provides easy access to larger metropolitan areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison, and Rockford, allowing residents to enjoy both small-town living and big-city amenities.

Cost of Living: Lower than the national average. Housing is notably affordable, making the community attractive for both homeowners and renters.

Known For: Nicknamed "Pretzel City, USA" for its German roots and pretzel-making tradition.

History: Site of the Lincoln-Douglas debates, a defining moment in American political history. Founded on the idea of offering "free port" services to travelers

Learn More:

Greater Freeport Partnership

Freeport Park District

Krape Park

Stephenson County Fair

Worksite address

freeport, IL, 61032, US

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