About this opportunity
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
Who can apply
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