Job Description

Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, IL, is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible General Surgeon to expand our expert surgical services, perform a broad range of procedures, and contribute to our mission of excellence in patient outcomes.

Position Highlights

• Will be employed by Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group.
• Full-time | Dayshift Schedule | Mon-Fri, 8 am-5pm
• Perform a wide array of general surgical procedures, including but not limited to hernia repairs, gallbladder surgery, appendectomies, colorectal interventions, breast surgery, endocrine procedures, and basic thoracic/vascular cases.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in tumor boards, trauma rounds, and quality initiatives to optimize patient care and outcomes.
• Participate in call coverage for emergency and trauma services.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards in our integrated EMR system.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in General Surgery.
• Board certification or eligibility in General Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
• Active or eligible for Illinois medical licensure.
• Strong clinical skills with a commitment to evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and teamwork.
• Experience in trauma/surgical critical care is a plus but not required; new graduates and experienced surgeons are encouraged to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary with productivity incentives, sigh-on bonus, and relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and malpractice coverage.
• Generous PTO, CME allowance, 401(k) with employer match, and wellness programs.
• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment.
• Access to the extensive resources of Prime Healthcares nationwide network.
• Opportunity to serve a diverse and vibrant community in the southwest suburbs of Chicago.
• Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $430,000-450,000 on an annualized basis. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

About Saint Joseph Medical Center

A Joint Commission-accredited 489-bed leading hospital in the Joliet area and a valued member of the Prime Healthcare family. As the premier provider of comprehensive specialty care and 24/7 emergency services - including a designated Level II Trauma Center - we deliver high-quality, compassionate surgical care to a growing community.

About Prime Healthcare

Founded in 2001 by Dr. Prem Reddy, Prime Healthcare is one of the largest physician-led health systems in the U.S., with 51 hospitals and over 360 outpatient locations across 14 states. Eighteen hospitals are members of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity. Recognized as one of Americas Greatest Workplaces for 2024 by Newsweek and awarded the John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Award in 2021, Prime Healthcare is committed to saving and transforming hospitals and expanding access to quality care in underserved communities.