Orthopedics Physician

What are you looking for? Great base salary? Work/life balance? Proximity to a big city? We have the total package Job Specifics - OSF HealthCare Saint Elizabeth Medical Center is seeking a board certified/board eligible general or sports orthopedic surgeon to join our established practice. Practice with two other orthopedic surgeons with advanced practice provider support. - Clinic hours will be held Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Surgical procedures will be performed at OSF HealthCare Saint Elizabeth Medical Center. - Ottawa Regional Medical Center is conveniently located on the campus of OSF HealthCare Saint Elizabeth Medical Center (one minute by car). The modernized facility contains 99 beds and state-of-the-art technology. Specialties available for in-hospital consultation include cardiology, general surgery, urology, radiation oncology, podiatry, ENT, gastroenterology, medical oncology, ophthalmology, psychiatry, substance abuse and psychiatric units. Tertiary referrals are made to Peoria, Rockford, and Chicago. - EEO Employer M/F/Vet/Disabled The Benefits - Competitive base salary plus incentives. - 4 weeks paid vacation and 6 paid holidays - 480 hours sick time/year - Signing bonus - Loan repayment options - Paid occurrence based malpractice, CME, association membership dues - Health, life, and dental insurance, retirement plan, and paid relocation The Community - Ottawa, with easy access to I-80 and I-39, offers ready access to major cultural centers in Chicago, Rockford, and Peoria (each approximately 80 to 90 minutes by car) making it convenient for a great weekend getaway or a day trip to experience the big city life. - Ottawa, a town of 18,000 is located in north central Illinois. It s also known as the Town of Two Rivers where the scenic Fox River flows into the Illinois River and sets the pace for the relaxed and secure quality of life. The community has a family-oriented environment and boasts excellent public and parochial schools. The economic base is diversified in both light industry and agriculture. Recreational opportunities abound with four beautiful State parks located within ten minutes of Ottawa (Starved Rock, Mathieson Park, Buffalo Rock and Illini State Park) and the Illinois & Michigan Canal Trail. There are ample opportunities for those with a spirit of adventure to explore the wonders of the great outdoors - boating, camping, hiking, biking, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.