Hospitalist Physician for Mercyhealth System, Freeport, IL - $345,000

Mercyhealth System in Freeport, Illinois is currently seeking a Full-Time, Board-Certified Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician to join our experienced Hospitalist team at FHN Memorial Hospital

. We are specifically seeking a seasoned hospitalist who is comfortable managing a broad range of inpatient acuity and contributing to program quality and growth initiatives within a community-focused hospital environment. Opportunity Overview:

Full-Time Position 7 on / 7 off Schedule 12-hour shifts 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Day Shift) Night Shift opportunities available with premium compensation Includes weekends and holidays EMR transitioning to EPIC E-ICU support model currently in place, transitioning toward expanded in-house coverage Departmental Scope:

Hospitalists manage a wide range of inpatient cases including: • Acute medical admissions • Chronic disease exacerbations • Post-surgical medical management • Care coordination and discharge planning • Collaboration with primary care and specialty providers Strong system-wide collaboration across Mercyhealth's Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin network. Required Qualifications:

MD/DO Board Certified (preferred) or Board Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine training Eligible for Illinois medical licensure ACLS and BLS certification Demonstrated inpatient experience strongly preferred Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Compensation & Benefits:

Day Shift Base Salary:

$345,000 Night Shift: Premium compensation available Productivity and Quality incentives Retention and/or sign-on bonus • Student loan repayment assistance • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility (location dependent) • CME allowance ($3,000) with paid CME time • Licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursement • Paid malpractice coverage including tail insurance • Relocation assistance (up to $10,000) • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for the entire family • Day-one 403(b) retirement plan with employer match • 457(f) deferred compensation plan eligibility • Short- and long-term disability coverage • Paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks) • Paid caregiver leave (up to 1 week) • Strategic partnership with a dedicated physician liaison About Mercyhealth:

Mercyhealth

is a regional health system with over 700 employed physician partners, seven hospitals, and more than 85 primary and specialty care locations across Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. As a fully integrated healthcare provider, Mercyhealth delivers coordinated care across hospital-based services, clinic-based services, post-acute care, and retail services - allowing for seamless patient transitions and system-wide collaboration. About Our Community - Freeport, Illinois:

Freeport

is a welcoming Midwestern community of approximately 25,000 residents in Stephenson County. Community highlights include: • Affordable housing and low cost of living • Safe, family-friendly neighborhoods • Excellent public and private school systems • Rich historical significance as the site of the 1858 Lincoln-Douglas Debate • Outdoor recreation at Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Park • Convenient access to Rockford

, Madison

, Chicago

, and Milwaukee Freeport offers the lifestyle benefits of a close-knit community with convenient access to larger metropolitan amenities. Contact:

Winny Sadana, BE, MA, MBA, CPRP Provider Recruiter Mercyhealth - Northern Illinois & Southern Wisconsin