Deaconess Illinois Specialty Clinic is offering a guaranteed salary of $325,000 for full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Endocrinologists to join our clinics in Marion, IL, and Mt. Vernon, IL. A sign-on bonus of $36,000 is also available. While the primary practice location will be at Deaconess IL Medical Center, the role will occasionally include working at Crossroads Community Hospital in Mt. Vernon. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your practice in a region with high demand for endocrinology services. Work M-F, 4 ½ days/week, to include inpatient consults, outpatient follow-ups and consults. Inpatient call coverage shared equally with colleagues (minimal night call). J1 applicants are encouraged to apply, as this location is in an underserve area.
In addition to a competitive salary, the position offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:
Why Move to Southern Illinois?
Southern Illinois is a land of quiet beauty, where the lush landscapes of Shawnee National Forest invite you to breathe deeply and reconnect. It’s a place where you can trade long commutes for tranquil evenings, where affordable housing means owning your dream home is within reach, and where a tight-knit community welcomes you with open arms. Whether you seek adventure on winding trails, crave the warmth of small-town charm, or delight in the ease of being just a short drive from Chicago, St. Louis and Nashville, Marion offers the perfect balance of opportunity and serenity.
Take a drive north to the towering skyline of Chicago is about five hours on the road, with fields and towns passing by along the way. To the west, St. Louis is just two hours away, where the mighty Mississippi curved beneath the Gateway Arch. Heading south, Nashville calls with its music and lights, just four hours down the highway. When travel needs to be faster, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois in Marion makes it easy to catch a flight. From there, travelers can reach major hubs like Chicago O’Hare, St. Louis Lambert, and Nashville International, connecting this quiet town to destinations all over the country.
Compensation:Salary $325,000
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.
This position offers an outstanding opportunity for professional growth and work-life balance with a robust support system and excellent benefits. Join us at Deaconess Illinois Specialty Clinic and make a meaningful impact in the lives of your patients.
Marion, known as the “Hub of Southern Illinois,” has about 17,000 residents and offers a cost of living below state and national averages. It’s family-friendly with good schools (Marion CUSD 2, B+ rating), affordable housing, and access to outdoor recreation at Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge and nearby Shawnee National Forest
The city has its own regional airport and is just 20 minutes from Carbondale (home to SIU) and 2 hours from St. Louis. Local highlights include Rent One Park, The HUB Recreation Center, and Kokopelli Golf Club. Marion combines small-town comfort with easy access to larger cities.
Interested Candidates - APPLY Today! Send your CV directly to me at Shannon.Clements@deaconess.com
For more information, please contact me via email or on my cell 270-952-1116 (text welcomed)
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