Description

Position: General Surgeon

Location: FHN Memorial Hospital – Freeport, IL

Employment Type: Full-Time


FHN is seeking a General Surgeon to join our team of compassionate providers at FHN Memorial Hospital.

As a leader in community health for Northwest Illinois, you will have the opportunity to craft a practice that prioritizes patient relationships and high-quality care. You will join a fantastic team, collaborating with one full-time General Surgeon and two Nurse Practitioners at FHN Specialty Care – Stephenson Street, located directly across from the hospital.


The Opportunity

• Compensation Range: $422,926 - $622,608
• Rural Autonomy: Experience the professional satisfaction of rural practice, where you maintain true clinical autonomy and manage a diverse case mix often lost to sub-specialization in larger urban centers. You will be a decision-maker whose expertise directly impacts the community.
• Broad Surgical Scope: We are seeking a versatile surgeon competent in performing a comprehensive range of "bread-and-butter" general surgery procedures. This includes laparoscopy, hernia repair, gallbladder removal, appendectomies, breast surgery, bowel resections, and upper/lower endoscopy.
• Robust Support: You will be supported by two dedicated Nurse Practitioners who provide first-assist coverage in the OR and manage pre- and post-operative patients in the clinic, allowing you to focus on your surgical volume.
• Practice Your Way: Join a collaborative environment that provides robust administrative and operational backing. This includes a fully equipped OR with block scheduling, 4 surgical suites, and 2 minor procedure rooms in the hospital, plus 1 clinic procedure room.
• Advanced Care: Our facilities include a Wound Center featuring the latest in treatments and hyperbaric oxygen therapy, as well as an E-ICU affiliation with the University of Wisconsin.
• Collaborative Team: Work alongside a supportive network of providers and a dedicated support staff, including an experienced, well-trained surgical staff with a First Assist and Nurse Navigator.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a flexible schedule that allows you to explore the rich recreational and family-friendly amenities of the region. Call coverage is shared between part-time and full-time physicians, with Anesthesia available 24/7 (within 30 minutes when not in-house).
• Families Treating Families: FHN boasts an impressively low turnover rate and long tenures among our staff. FHN team members are members of our community, treating our families, friends, and loved ones.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery.
• Current Illinois medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Proven competency in a broad scope of general surgical and endoscopic procedures.
• A passion for providing high-quality, compassionate care based on respect and dignity in a rural healthcare environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a cooperative spirit for team-based care.

Benefits

• Salary based on experience and qualifications. Competitive salary with quality and productivity incentives, and malpractice insurance.
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available.
• Comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, paid time off, retirement plans (403(b), 457(b)), disability insurance, life insurance and more.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and dedicated CME days for professional development.

Our Network

FHN is a community-based rural healthcare network serving northwest Illinois, southwest Wisconsin, and eastern Iowa for more than 120 years. FHN Memorial Hospital is the central hub of the network, located in a city of 25,000, and boasts 100 private-bed rooms. Outpatient Family Healthcare Clinics are located throughout Stephenson, Jo Daviess, Ogle, Carroll and Winnebago counties.


Our Community

Northwest Illinois offers a unique blend of Midwestern hospitality and exciting possibilities. Here's what you can expect:

• Family-friendly atmosphere: Freeport is a safe and welcoming community with excellent schools, parks, and recreational facilities. Raise your family in a place that prioritizes a relaxed, small-town lifestyle.
• Historical significance: Immerse yourself in the rich history of Freeport, most notably known for hosting the second Lincoln-Douglas debate in 1858. Explore museums, historical sites, and discover the stories that shaped the nation.
• Cultural gems: Freeport boasts a vibrant art scene with galleries and an art museum. Catch a performance at the historic Freeport Players' Guild theater, or delve into local history at the Stephenson County Historical Society Museum.
• Outdoor adventures: Enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings at nearby Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Park, offering hiking, camping, boating, fishing, and stunning scenery. Explore miles of trails or unwind by the water on your kayak!
• Close to major cities: Freeport is conveniently located just over two hours from Chicago and Milwaukee, WI; one hour from Madison, WI; and 40 minutes to Rockford, IL, offering access to world-class museums, theaters, sporting events, and all the excitement these vibrant cities have to offer.