Emergency Medicine Physician Needed in Southern IL

Emergency Medicine Physician

Southern Illinois
Full-Time | Hospital-Employed | Level II Trauma

BAS Healthcare is seeking Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Emergency Medicine Physicians (MD/DO) to join a large, not-for-profit, physician-led health system serving communities across Southern Illinois. This opportunity offers excellent compensation, visa support, and the ability to practice in multiple well-supported emergency departments throughout the region.

J-1 and H-1B visa candidates are welcome.

Position Highlights

• Emergency Medicine – Full Spectrum

• 12 shifts per month

• Compensation: $265–$285 per hour

• Hospital-employed

• Level II Trauma Center exposure

• Practice across multiple facilities within the system

Clinical Environment

Physicians will provide coverage across several emergency departments within the system, including:

• A 162-bed regional referral center with approximately 36,000 ED visits annually

• A 114-bed community hospital with approximately 30,000 ED visits annually

• A 77-bed not-for-profit community hospital with comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including telestroke and teleneurology

• A 25-bed Critical Access Hospital with approximately 8,000 ED visits annually

Clinical resources include:

• 24-hour hospitalist programs

• Accredited Chest Pain Centers and STEMI programs

• Primary Stroke Centers

• Advanced imaging (CT, MRI, PET/CT, interventional radiology, ACR-certified ultrasound)

• Comprehensive neuroscience and cardiovascular services

• Inpatient behavioral health services at select locations

Candidate Requirements

• MD or DO

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine

• Eligible for Illinois medical licensure

• Strong clinical and communication skills

• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive hourly rate ($265–$285)

• Sign-on bonus

• Relocation assistance

• Productivity and quality incentives

• Training completion bonuses

• Student loan assistance

• APP supervisory stipend (if applicable)

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

• HSA and FSA options

• Matching 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans

• Malpractice insurance

• CME allowance and tuition assistance

• Paid time off and wellness programs

About the Community – Southern Illinois

Southern Illinois offers a unique blend of affordability, outdoor recreation, and community living. The region is known for its rolling hills, wineries, lakes, and access to hiking, biking, and scenic views throughout the Shawnee National Forest. Physicians enjoy a low cost of living, family-friendly communities, and minimal commute times, while still being within easy reach of larger metro areas such as St. Louis and Nashville.