Family Physician (Full-Time)

Family Practice Physician

Chestnut Family Health Center, a division of Chestnut Health Systems, seeks a full-time Family Practice Physician to join our multidisciplinary team of caring and quality professionals committed to making a difference in the lives of the patients we serve.

Physician will have the opportunity to work in a newly renovated 78,000 square foot facility with new equipment, pharmacy and lab on site. The Health Center is collocated with Chestnut's comprehensive continuum of mental health and substance use treatment programs. This colocation supports and encourages a multidisciplinary team approach to whole person patient centered care that integrates primary care and behavioral health services.

Additionally, Physician is eligible for National Health Service Corps loan repayment, can take advantage of flexible scheduling (no rounding, no weekends, no call) and Continuing Medical Education opportunities. Malpractice coverage is available through the Federal Tort Claims Act.

National Health Service Corp (NHSC) LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM - The NHSC LRP offers up to $100,000 for providers working in Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) in Illinois.

Providing high quality, patient centered outpatient primary care to infant through geriatric patients.

Providing direct medical prescriber services in accordance with the state of Illinois and agency policies and procedures.

Requires a physician license in the state of Illinois.

Board Certified/Board eligible physician in Family Practice is preferred.

Ability to speak Spanish is beneficial.

Solid understanding of comprehensive health services.

Ability to provide health coaching and health education to at risk or high risk patients with chronic conditions.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leading provider of behavioral and primary health care services. Over four decades, Chestnut has grown to over 700 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health and primary care treatment to patients in Central and Southern Illinois. We provide fully integrated care for all of our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.

Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.

EOE Minorities/Females/Vets/Disabled

There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity.

Chestnut Health Systems