Cardiologist - 30K sign on bonus "No on-call"

Iroquois Memorial Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Cardiologist to join our team. This opportunity offers the unique professional fulfillment of practicing medicine in a community where your expertise will make a meaningful difference. You will have the ability to build strong patient relationships while improving access to essential cardiac care, allowing patients to receive the cardiovascular services they need close to home and near the support of family and friends. The hospital also features a well-established and actively utilized cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation lab, supporting a strong continuum of care for patients managing and recovering from heart and lung conditions.

About Iroquois Memorial Hospital

Iroquois Memorial Hospital (IMH) is an acute care critical access hospital located in Watseka, Illinois. Founded in 1916, we have served the community for over a century and remain a cornerstone of local healthcare as the largest employer in Iroquois County, supporting approximately 350 dedicated employees. Our facilities include a 24/7 Emergency Department, a Progressive Care Unit, a 35-bed skilled nursing facility (Iroquois Resident Home), and several primary care clinics across Illinois and Indiana. Our vision is to provide cost-efficient, high-quality, and consumer-responsive healthcare services.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with nursing, allied health, and specialty care providers. You will also contribute directly to quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical governance initiatives.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Fully licensed physician in Illinois
• Experience or interest in rural, generalist, or broad-scope practice
• A physician who values community engagement and continuity of care
• Confidence managing a range of cardiology procedures
• Commitment to patient-centered, community-focused care

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Earned Time (ET) accrual starting on the first day of employment.
• Malpractice Insurance
• Relocation Assistance

Community and Lifestyle

This role offers the opportunity to live and work in a close-knit rural community with strong local connections and an excellent work-life balance. Watseka is the county seat of Iroquois County, featuring a charming downtown area and family-friendly environment. We are conveniently located near Champaign and Kankakee, with the world-class dining, sports, and culture of downtown Chicago just a 90-minute drive away.

Culture and Values

At Iroquois Memorial Hospital, the patient is at the center of everything we do. Excellence is not an aspiration but an expectation. Our organization is built on teamwork, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to delivering the highest standard of care. Every employee plays a vital role in the healing process, and we believe that extraordinary outcomes are achieved together.