General Surgery Physician

Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet, IL

Full-time, Employed Position

Prime Healthcare

Join a thriving surgical team at Saint Joseph Medical Center, a Joint Commission-accredited 489-bed leading hospital in the Joliet area and a valued member of the Prime Healthcare family. As the premier provider of comprehensive specialty care and 24/7 emergency services - including a designated Level II Trauma Center - we deliver high-quality, compassionate surgical care to a growing community. We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible General Surgeon to expand our expert surgical services, perform a broad range of procedures, and contribute to our mission of excellence in patient outcomes.

Prime Healthcare is a physician-led, community-focused organization dedicated to saving hospitals and delivering exceptional care - be part of our mission in Joliet.

Qualifications

• Perform a wide array of general surgical procedures, including but not limited to hernia repairs, gallbladder surgery, appendectomies, colorectal interventions, breast surgery, endocrine procedures, and basic thoracic/vascular cases.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in tumor boards, trauma rounds, and quality initiatives to optimize patient care and outcomes.
• Participate in call coverage for emergency and trauma services.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards in our integrated EMR system.

Compensation and Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary with productivity incentives, sigh-on bonus, and relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and malpractice coverage.
• Generous PTO, CME allowance, 401(k) with employer match, and wellness programs.
• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment.
• Access to the extensive resources of Prime Healthcare’s nationwide network.
• Opportunity to serve a diverse and vibrant community in the southwest suburbs of Chicago.

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in General Surgery.
• Board certification or eligibility in General Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
• Active or eligible for Illinois medical licensure.
• Strong clinical skills with a commitment to evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and teamwork.
• Experience in trauma/surgical critical care is a plus but not required; new graduates and experienced surgeons are encouraged to apply.

Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $430,000-450,000 on an annualized basis. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.