Surgeon Job at FHN in Freeport, IL

FHN's next General Surgeon will join a fantastic team and collaborate with one full-time General Surgeon and Nurse Practitioner. The General Surgery practice is located in FHN Specialty Care – Stephenson Street, which is located directly across the street from FHN Memorial Hospital. 

Position highlights include:

• Full-time, employed position
• Fully equipped OR with block scheduling
• 4 surgical suites and 2 minor procedure rooms in the hospital
• 1 procedure room in the clinic
• Experienced, well-trained surgical staff which includes a First Assist and Nurse Navigator
• Established medical group with built-in referral base
• Cancer Center with state-of-the-art radiation therapy and medical oncology services
• Wound Center featuring the latest in treatments and hyperbaric oxygen therapy
• E-ICU affiliation with the University of Wisconsin. 
• Anesthesia available 24/7, within 30 minutes when not in-house
• Call coverage is shared between part-time and full-time physicians

• 2-year income guarantee, plus quality and productivity incentives in addition to malpractice insurance.
• Sign-On Bonus Available!
  
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including: CME Time Off, CME Allowance, Vacation, Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Savings Opportunities, Long-term Disability and Short-term Disability, and more.

FHN is an independent, community-based, integrated healthcare network serving northwest Illinois, southwest Wisconsin, and eastern Iowa.  FHN Memorial Hospital is the central hub of the network and boasts 100 beds with all private rooms.  This practice opportunity is located 100 miles northwest of Chicago, in a city of 26,000 people with a service area of 95,000 people.

• 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.

• Outdoor 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.