General Surgery Opening in Sterling, IL

General Surgery opening – Sterling, IL Located in rural Illinois - 2 hours from Chicago $500,000-$625,000 salary plus production-based bonus potential ## Position Details * Full-time employed position * BC/BE General Surgeon * Broad-based, traditional bread and butter general surgery * Laparoscopy required * Robotics experience and interest strongly preferred (Da Vinci Xi platform available) * Non-cardiac thoracic interest a plus * Breast surgery interest or focus a plus * No bariatrics * No scoping required (option to add per surgeon preference) * Case mix includes: * All abdominal procedures * All breast procedures * Some endocrine cases * Limited trauma * Onsite ultrasound * Stereotactic breast biopsies available * Breast MRI available * 1:4 call rotation * Join established team of 3 MDs and 1 PA * Independent community hospital (99 beds) * Employed physician model ## Required Qualifications & Experience * Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery * Eligible for Illinois medical licensure * Robotics training or strong interest preferred * Comfortable with broad-spectrum general surgery * Team-oriented and community-focused mindset ## Benefits Details * High earning potential * Robust benefits package * Employed model with supportive administration * Strong work-life balance * Established referral base ## Community Details * Located in Sterling, Illinois * Community population of approximately 26,000 * Family-friendly atmosphere * Laid-back lifestyle with low cost of living * Public and private school options * Ideal for outdoor activities including parks, trails, and river access * State-of-the-art sports, training, and wellness complex * Active local arts community including a regional arts academy * Approximately 2 hours west of Chicago * Approximately 1 hour east of the Mississippi River