Deaconess Illinois Clinic is offering a competitive 18 month guaranteed salary of $260,000 for a full-time Internal Medicine Physician to join our team in Mt. Vernon, IL. In addition to the guaranteed salary, we offer a $50,000 sign-on bonus with a 5-year contract. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive, patient-centered clinic while enjoying a rewarding career with competitive compensation and benefits.
Competitive compensation and benefits package include:
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Bonus:
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:
Mt. Vernon, IL is a welcoming, family-friendly community in southern Illinois with a low cost of living and a central location just an hour from St. Louis. The town offers a mix of culture and recreation — enjoy the Cedarhurst Center for the Arts with its museum, concerts, and sculpture park, or explore the Jefferson County Historical Village for a step back in time. Outdoor lovers will appreciate nearby Rend Lake, perfect for boating, fishing, hiking, and camping. Mt. Vernon also has local wineries, restaurants, festivals, and a strong sense of community, making it a great place to live and raise a family.
Take the next step in your career—join Deaconess IL Clinic!
Ready to Take the Next Step?
For more details, contact:
📞 Shannon Clements | 270-952-1116
📧 Shannon.clements@deaconess.com
To apply, send your CV directly to: shannon.clements@deaconess.com
Deaconess Health System is the premiere provider of health care services to a population of more than 1.5 million in southwestern Indiana, western Kentucky and southeastern Illinois. Serving a population of more than 1.5 million residents, the system consists of 20 wholly owned, joint ventured, sponsored or affiliated hospital locations situated throughout the Tri-State.
Deaconess Health System is the largest employer in the tri-state region, and operates under the direction of a local board, with a local focus. Deaconess is widely recognized for its commitment to excellence. Named the #2 Hospital in Indiana by US News & World Report for the past six years, Deaconess was also named to the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers in 2022 and 2023, 2024 and 2025.
As our organization continues to grow and expand, we welcome skilled, dedicated and compassionate individuals to join us in delivering The Deaconess Difference: putting people at the center of everything we do, making a positive difference in the lives of our patients, families, employees and community.
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Our commitment to progressive, patient-centered care guides our work every day as our priorities are set and decisions are made with a local focus and direction.
