Job Description

SSM Health – Illinois is seeking a full-time physician to join its established Hospitalist team at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon, with occasional rotations at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia.

This role follows a 7-on / 7-off block schedule, running Tuesday through Monday, offering a balanced and predictable work rhythm.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Practice in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility

• Not-for-profit Catholic hospital affiliated with SSM Health

• Employed hospital-based position

• Competitive salary with additional quality incentives

• Physician-led, supportive administration

• Service area of 250,000 across nine counties

• $5,000 annual CME allowance

• Student loan repayment assistance available

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and more

Candidate Qualifications:

• Open to new graduates; experience preferred

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency

• Board Certified or Board Eligible (within 2 years of residency)

• Illinois medical license preferred (not required at time of application)

Benefits Overview: SSM Health offers a robust benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well-being. This includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage, pre-tax savings options, wellness programs, and retirement plans (403(b) and 457(b)). Generous paid time off and professional development resources promote a healthy work/life balance.

Pay Transparency:

SSM Health values the unique contributions each team member brings to our organization.  Compensation for this role is based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, medical specialty, labor market, and other qualifications.  The posted pay range for this position is what SSM Health reasonably expects, in good faith, to offer based on the circumstances at the time of posting.  This position may also be eligible for incentive pay.  SSM Health may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

About SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital:

SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon is known for providing exceptional health care and consistently putting patient's needs first. Our 134-bed facility was recognized with a Citation of Merit Award for Outstanding Patient Care, presented by Quest by Premier Inc. We're an organization of caregivers. We represent our tiniest patients through the innovative NICU telemedicine program, in conjunction with SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital. Through our leading hospital services like cardiology, cancer care, robotic surgery, and senior health, we help our patients discover a path to healing.

Community Description:

Southern Illinois is one of the hidden gems of the Midwest. With astonishing natural beauty, local and natural history, and communities with their own unique identities, there is so much to do and discover here. Experience ancient history at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, the nation's largest archaeological site, in Collinsville, IL or explore the historical hideout of notorious outlaws, such as Jesse James, at Cave-In-Rock, nestled in the Shawnee National Forest. Take in a day of the arts, dining or entertainment during one of Mt. Vernon's many festivals or a day of relaxation on the Southern Illinois Wine Trail. There are abundant hospitality and opportunities for those who call this unique region their home. Watch this video to learn more about living and working in Southern Illinois with SSM Health.

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.

Pay Transparency:

SSM Health values the unique contributions each team member brings to our organization.  Compensation for this role is based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, medical specialty, labor market, and other qualifications.  The posted pay range for this position is what SSM Health reasonably expects, in good faith, to offer based on the circumstances at the time of posting.  This position may also be eligible for incentive pay.  SSM Health may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

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