Description

Opportunity: Anatomic and Clinical Pathologist

Location: Rockford IL & Freeport IL

Salalry Range: $385K-$430K

FTE: 1.0

Mercyhealth System is seeking a full-time, BE/BC Anatomic and Clinical Pathologist to join our team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled physician to practice in a collaborative environment while supporting a robust health network.

Opportunity

•          Practice Your Way: Enjoy a stable schedule that supports clinical autonomy while providing robust administrative and operational backing.
•          Diverse Case Mix: Engage in a "bread and butter" general pathology practice including surgical pathology, non-gyn cytology, and clinical lab oversight.
•          Oncology Partnership: Work closely with two state-of-the art cancer institutes
• o    Mercyhealth Cancer Institute, Rockford IL.
• o    Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center, Freeport, IL.
•          Hands-On Procedures: Perform frozen sections and fine needle aspirations (FNAs) in a hospital setting. (Note: No Mohs procedures required).
•          Collaborative Environment: Serve as a consultant to our medical staff, offering diagnostic insight to surgeons and oncologists.

Departmental Scope

•          Lab Volume: The department performs approximately 250,000 to 350,000 laboratory tests annually.
•          Anatomic Pathology: Approximately 450–550 cases per month.
•          Cytology: 25–55 non-gyn cases per month.
•          Capabilities: Base stains on-site with special strains and full menu of immunohistochemical stains available through partner reference labs.

Qualifications

•          MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
•          Dual Board Certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology (AP/CP) is required.
•          Current Illinois medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
•          Proficiency in performing and interpreting frozen sections and Fine Needle Aspirations (FNAs).
•          Excellent communication skills for interaction with medical staff and participation in Tumor Boards.

Compensation & Benefits: 

•          Salary Range $385K-$430K
•          Retention/ Sign On bonus 
•          Loan Repayment  
•          CME, licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursed 
•          Malpractice and tail insurance provided 
•          Relocation assistance 
•          Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, etc. 
•          Day-one 403(b) matching retirement program 
•          Short- and long-term disability 
•          Paid parental and caregiver leave 

Community & System Information:

About Mercyhealth System:

•          Regional health system with 7 hospitals, 85+ primary and specialty care centers in more than 55 communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.  
•          Over 900 partnered providers & 7,500+ professionals dedicated to compassionate, quality care. 
•          With over 125 specialty and sub-specialty services, including adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular care together with WATCHMAN and TAVR, a cancer institute, plastic and reconstructive surgery, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and much more! 
•          Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital is located just off I-90 in Rockford IL.; is a Comprehensive Stroke Center and an ACS designated Level I Adult Trauma Hospital, Regional Perinatal Center, Level III NICU, with advanced operating and surgery suites, including hybrid operating suites with real-time radiographic capabilities and state-of-the-art technology. 
•          Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital is a community-based healthcare network serving northwest Illinois, southwest Wisconsin, and eastern Iowa for more than 120 years. Located in a city of 25,000 and boasts 100 private-bed rooms.

About Rockford Illinois: 

•          Family-friendly atmosphere: Settled on the banks of the Rock River, Rockford is notable for its economic diversification into automotive, aerospace, and healthcare industries, as well as the undertaking of various tourism and downtown revitalization efforts. 
•          Close to major cities: Rockford has been recognized as one of the most affordable housing markets in the nation, less than an hour and a half drive from downtown Chicago and Milwaukee and less than an hour from Madison, Wisconsin. 
•          Historical significance: Rockford, founded in 1834, has a history rooted in industrial and manufacturing growth, becoming known as the “City of Gardens.” 
•          Adventures: Rockford is known for various venues of cultural or historical significance, including Anderson Japanese Gardens, Klehm Arboretum, the Coronado Theatre, and the Burpee Museum of Natural History. 

About Freeport Illinois:

•          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.
•          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.

Amanda Hartman, BHRM, CPRP, SHRM-CP

Physician Recruiter, Provider Recruitment & Retention

Mercyhealth –Serving Northern IL. And Southern WI.

P: 815-971-6626

C: 815-298-2370

F: 815-971-9953

amhartman@mhemail.org