Pathologist Job at FHN in Freeport, IL

Part-time and Full-time opportunities!!

FHN is seeking a Board Certified Anatomic and Clinical Pathologist to join our team with opportunities for a part-time or full-time schedule. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled physician to practice in a collaborative environment while supporting a superior work-life balance. You will practice at FHN Memorial Hospital, supporting a robust network that includes the state-of-the-art Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center.

• Practice Your Way: Enjoy a stable schedule that supports clinical autonomy while providing robust administrative and operational backing.
• Diverse Case Mix: Engage in a "bread and butter" general pathology practice including surgical pathology, non-gyn cytology, and clinical lab oversight.
• Oncology Partnership: Work closely with the Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center team, providing critical diagnostic support for oncology cases.
• Hands-On Procedures: Perform frozen sections and fine needle aspirations (FNAs) in a hospital setting. (Note: No Mohs procedures required).
• Collaborative Environment: Serve as a consultant to our medical staff, offering diagnostic insight to surgeons and oncologists.

Department Scope & Volume

• Lab Volume: The department performs approximately 250,000 to 350,000 laboratory tests annually. 
• Anatomic Pathology: Approximately 450–550 cases per month.
• Cytology: 25–55 non-gyn cases per month.
• Capabilities: Base stains on-site with full immunohistochemical stains available through partner reference labs.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Dual Board Certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology (AP/CP) is required.
• Current Illinois medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Proficiency in performing and interpreting frozen sections and Fine Needle Aspirations (FNAs).
• Excellent communication skills for interaction with medical staff and participation in Tumor Boards.

Part-time Benefits

• Competitive compensation: Hourly or Pro-rated Salary based on experience
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Retirement plan options (403b / 457b) based on eligibility.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate work/life balance
  

Full-time Benefits

• Salary range: $377,346-$522,822 based on experience and qualifications
• Incentives: Competitive salary with productivity bonus, 2-year income guarantee, and malpractice insurance.
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available.
• Comprehensive Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, paid time off, retirement plans (403b/457b), disability insurance (LTD/STD), and life insurance.
• Professional Development: Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and dedicated CME days.

Our Network

FHN is a community-based healthcare network serving northwest Illinois, southwest Wisconsin, and eastern Iowa for more than 120 years. FHN Memorial Hospital is the central hub of the network, located in a city of 25,000, and boasts 100 private-bed rooms.