Physician - Hospitalist (Day Time)

Day Hospitalist Opportunity

Deaconess Illinois Specialty Clinic is seeking a full-time Day Hospitalist to join its growing team. Primarily located at Deaconess Illinois Medical Center in Marion, IL. Shifts are 12 hours in length, 7 on/7 off schedule and 175 shifts/year. As an employee of Deaconess, you will enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package!

Deaconess Illinois Medical Center in Marion, IL, is seeking a full-time hospitalist to join our dedicated team of 8 employed hospitalists and 3 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).

Position Details:

• Primary Location: Deaconess Illinois Medical Center Marion, IL
• Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off | 12-hour shifts (7 AM 7 PM)
• Shift Coverage:
  • Day Shift: Staffed with 3 physicians and 12 APPs
  • Night Shift: Staffed with 1 nocturnist physician and 1 APP
• Annual Shifts: 175 shifts per year (full-time)
• Patient Encounters: Average of 17 patients per shift per physician
• Admissions: Average of 11 per day at the Marion campus
• Referral Base: ED visits, direct admissions, and regional transfers
• Robust Subspecialty Support: GI, Cardiology, Urology, Neurology, General Surgery, Orthopedic, Colorectal Surgery, and more
• Procedures: Not required

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Hourly Rate: $150 per hour
• Sign-On Bonus: $35,000
• CME Allowance:
  • $3,500 annual CME stipend
  • $1,000 annually for CME-related technology expenses
  • $750 computer allowance every 5 years
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Health & Dependent Care Expense Accounts
  • Salary Continuance and Disability Coverage
  • Two retirement plans: 401(k) and 457(b)
• Additional Coverage & Support:
  • Hospital-provided Medical Malpractice Insurance
  • DEA, State Licensing, Board Certification, and Maintenance Fees covered
  • Student Loan Assistance and Residency Stipend (when available)
  • J-1 Visa sponsorship available

This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving hospitalist team in a well-supported, collaborative environment with exceptional subspecialty access.

Potential for a performance-based bonus, subject to eligibility criteria and achievement of defined metrics. Details regarding bonus eligibility and performance goals will be provided during the interview process or upon hire.

Community Information

Marion, known as the "Hub of Southern Illinois," has about 17,000 residents and offers a cost of living below state and national averages. It's family-friendly with good schools (Marion CUSD 2, B+ rating), affordable housing, and access to outdoor recreation at Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge and nearby Shawnee National Forest .

The city has its own regional airport and is just 20 minutes from Carbondale (home to SIU) and 2 hours from St. Louis. Local highlights include Rent One Park, The HUB Recreation Center, and Kokopelli Golf Club. Marion combines small-town comfort with easy access to larger cities.

This position offers an excellent work-life balance and the opportunity to practice in a supportive, collaborative environment focused on providing exceptional patient care.

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