Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician - Rockford, Illinois

Job Summary
A leading health system in Northern Illinois is seeking aBoard-Certified or Board-Eligible Cardiac Surgeonto join a dynamic and expanding cardiovascular surgery team. The ideal candidate will be skilled in adult cardiac surgery with interest in coronary artery disease and structural heart disease, including surgical and trans-catheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR).

This position offers the unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in building a robust, regionally recognized cardiothoracic surgery program supported by an established network of over 280 employed providers across multiple specialties.

Position Highlights:

• Perform advanced cardiac surgical procedures, focusing on coronary artery and structural heart disease.

• Collaborate with a team of cardiologists to develop and grow a comprehensive TAVR program.

• Partner with a fully staffed cardiology service line including interventional, electrophysiology, and advanced heart failure specialists.

• Provide surgical care in state-of-the-art facilities, including:

• Modern hybrid operating suites and 15 surgical rooms.

• Three DaVinci Xi robotic systems.

• 30-bed ICU with dedicated intensivist coverage.

Serve a 12-county referral region across northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin with a population catchment of over 500,000.

Academic appointment and teaching opportunities available through local and regional medical schools.

Support for cardiothoracic oncology through collaboration with a multidisciplinary cancer center.

Education & Qualifications:

• MD or DO " Required

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery (Board certification required within 5 years) " Required

• Active Illinois medical license and DEA license, or eligibility to obtain prior to hire " Required

• Bi-annual CPR certification " Preferred

Compensation & Benefits:
This position offers ahighly competitive salary guaranteewith wRVU-based incentives and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage

• Generous vacation and CME benefits

• Employer-matched retirement program

• Professional society dues, licensing, and credentialing fees covered

• Paid relocation and interview expenses

• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

About the Greater Rockford Area
Recently named the number one housing market in America byThe Wall Street Journal, Rockford and Northern Illinois offer an ideal mix of affordability, accessibility, and amenities. Residents enjoy outstanding schools, an award-winning park district, and a vibrant arts community featuring museums, theater, and symphony. Outdoor enthusiasts will love golf courses ranked byGolf Digest, extensive biking trails, and year-round recreational opportunities. The citys location less than 90 minutes from Chicago, Madison, and Milwaukee"and proximity to OHare International Airport"makes it a convenient home base for both work and leisure.