Physician - Family Medicine

Physician - Family Medicine

Deaconess IL Clinic is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Family Medicine Physician (new graduate or experienced) to join our welcoming, community-based clinic in Marion, IL at Professional Park. This is a unique opportunity to practice in a small, close-knit rural clinic while being fully supported by the resources, specialists, and stability of a large health system.

This position is ideal for a new graduate OR an experienced physician looking for strong support and true work-life balance with a 4-day work week.

Position Highlights

• 100% outpatient practice
• Supportive team of 2 physicians and 2 APPs
• Home call only with nurse triage support
• Epic EMR with AI assistance across Deaconess clinics and hospitals
• Optional inpatient or ER work if desired

Compensation

• Guaranteed 12-month base salary of $325,000
• Competitive, productivity-based compensation model (many providers exceed into the 90th percentile)
• $2,000 Residency Stipend
• Up to $90,000 loan repayment
• Generous sign-on bonus of $50,000 for 5-year or $36,000 for 3-year contract.
• $15,000 relocation allowance
• Quality bonus up to 2.5%

Key Benefits Include

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Package: Medical, vision, & dental insurance, plus life.
• Retirement Plans: Options include 401(k) and 457(b)
• Vacation Time: 5 weeks of Paid Time Off plus 6 paid holidays
• CME Time & Stipend: 5 CME days + $3,500 annual stipend
• Technology & Equipment Allowance: $750 computer allowance every 5 years
• Medical Malpractice Insurance: Provided by employer
• Licensing and Certification: Covers DEA, state license, board certification, and maintenance fees
• J-1 Visa Support: We welcome and support J-1 candidates

Why This Role is Great for New Graduates and Experienced Physicians

• Small clinic environment with big-system resources
• Built-in collaboration and mentoring
• Predictable schedule with a 4 or 5-day work week
• Focus on outpatient care without hospital rounding
• Practice rural medicine without professional isolation

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient primary care to a diverse patient population
• Collaborate closely with physicians and APPs
• Participate in limited shared home call

Community Information

Overview: Marion, IL, is a growing city of about 17,000 residents, known as the "Hub of Southern Illinois" because of its central location. It serves as a regional center for health care, retail, and entertainment, offering a balance of small-town living with modern amenities.

Nearby Cities

• Carbondale, IL 20 minutes west (home to Southern Illinois University)
• Mt. Vernon, IL 35 minutes north
• Paducah, KY 1 hour southeast
• St. Louis, MO about 2 hours northwest

Things to Do in Marion

• Rent One Park home of the Thrillville Thrillbillies baseball team and community events
• The HUB Recreation Center aquatics, fitness, and family activities
• Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge boating, fishing, hiking, and wildlife watching
• Kokopelli Golf Club premier golf and dining spot
• Local shopping, dining, wineries, and nearby Shawnee National Forest trails

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