Fast-Paced Opportunity for an Otolaryngologist to practice in the Midwest! Close to Chicago, Ma...

Fast-Paced Opportunity for an Otolaryngologist to practice in the Midwest! Close to Chicago, Ma...

Rockford, IllinoisPosted 1mo agoattending physician
$521,000Pay listed on source · unverified
OtolaryngologyFull-time

Overview

Location
Rockford, Illinois
Source-listed pay
$521,000

Not yet verified against the original posting

Practice
Employed physician at a regional health system · Regional health system with 7 hospitals and 100+ clinics

Role summary

This is an employed otolaryngology physician opportunity with salary between $521,000 and $637,000 at a nonprofit regional health system in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. The position offers comprehensive benefits including loan repayment, retention bonus eligibility, and relocation assistance, and encourages new graduates with mentorship support.

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Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Source-listed pay$521k
Physician-reported total comp$491k–$540k · $518k median
$485kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$546k

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Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$521,000
Pay context
Source-listed pay · not yet verified
Evidence
hing retirement program Short- and long-term disability Paid parental and caregiver leave Salary: $ 521,000 - 637,000 About Mercyhealth: Regional health system with 7 hospitals, 100+ primary and spe
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1 mo ago

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Employer

Mercyhealth

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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Employed physician at a regional health system
Facility type
Regional health system with 7 hospitals and 100+ clinics
EHR
Not stated in posting
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Active supply
Illinois
Full-time
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Employed physician at a regional health system

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  • Is $521,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

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Salary label
Pay not verified
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
4 days ago
Extraction confidence
80%

Full description

Opportunity:

  • New graduates are encouraged to apply-comprehensive mentorship and onboarding provided.
  • Build your individual practice as an employed physician with the support of operational leaders and support staff
  • EPIC EMR
  • Vast multi-specialty referral sources
  • 501c3 non-for-profit

Qualifications:

  • Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program in a relevant field
  • NICU/Peds Experience is a plus
  • MD/DO board certified/board eligible
  • Skilled at providing exceptional care
  • The ability to communicate clearly and work as a member of a team

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Strategic partnership with physician liaison
  • Retention bonus eligible
  • Student Loan Repayment
  • CME, licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursed
  • Malpractice and tail insurance provided
  • Relocation assistance
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, etc
  • Day-one 403(b) matching retirement program
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Paid parental and caregiver leave
  • Salary: $ 521,000 - 637,000

About Mercyhealth:

  • Regional health system with 7 hospitals, 100+ primary and specialty care centers in more than 90 communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.
  • Over 950+ partnered providers and 8,250+ professionals dedicated to compassionate, quality care.
  • With over 125 specialty and sub-specialty services, including adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular care together with WATCHMAN and TAVR, a cancer institute, plastic and reconstructive surgery, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and much more!

About the Community:

Rockford, the third-largest city in Illinois, has long been an industrial hub with a rich history rooted in manufacturing and innovation. Established in 1834, Rockford is known for its role in the furniture-making industry during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Over time, the city has transformed into a vibrant, modern community with a strong cultural scene, thriving arts, and a variety of outdoor activities. Rockford is home to beautiful parks like the Anderson Japanese Gardens, one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan, and the Rock River provides opportunities for boating and fishing. The city also hosts numerous events, including the Rockford IceHogs hockey games and the Illinois Raptor Center. With its historical significance and diverse amenities, Rockford is a great destination for both history buffs and adventure seekers.

  • Cost of living: Rockford has a low cost of living with affordable housing and utility rates.
  • History: Rockford, founded in 1834, has a history rooted in industrial and manufacturing growth, becoming known as the "City of Gardens."

Tom McCulloch, SHRM-CP

Provider Recruiter, Provider Recruitment & Retention

Mercyhealth System - Northern Illinois and Wisconsin

P:815-971-2917

Email: tmcculloch@mhemail.org