Mercyhealth System is currently seeking board certified/board eligible Obstetric Hospitalist to join our excellent team of collaborating Physicians throughout the Northern Illinois region!

Opportunity:

• Freeport, Illinois
• Full-time Hospital employed
• 100% Inpatient
• Eight – 24-hour shifts per month
• Cover labor and delivery including c-sections
• Inpatient rounding and discharging
• Partner with our Northwest Regional Perinatal Center and Level III NICU in Rockford, IL.
• Vast multi-subspecialty referral sources
• No Call!
• EPIC EMR
• 501c3 non-for-profit

Qualifications:

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program
• Must have at least three years of inpatient experience
• 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:

• $180.00 Per Hour
• 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

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:

Freeport, Illinois offers a unique blend of Midwestern charm, history, and outdoor recreation. It is a welcoming and family-friendly community, providing an excellent quality of life with a relaxed pace and strong sense of community. Residents enjoy excellent schools, parks, and a safe environment ideal for families. The area is rich in history, known for its role in national events and preserved through local museums and historical sites. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby state parks offering hiking, fishing, kayaking, and camping. Conveniently located, the region provides easy access to larger metropolitan areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison, and Rockford, allowing residents to enjoy both small-town living and big-city amenities.

• Cost of Living: Lower than the national average. Housing is notably affordable, making the community attractive for both homeowners and renters.
• Known For: Nicknamed “Pretzel City, USA” for its German roots and pretzel-making tradition.
• History: Site of the Lincoln–Douglas debates, a defining moment in American political history. Founded on the idea of offering “free port” services to travelers
• Learn More:
  • Greater Freeport Partnership
  • Freeport Park District
  • Krape Park
  • Stephenson County Fair