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Posted 23 July, 2026

Excellent Opportunity for an Obstetric and Gynecologic Hospitalist! Eight-24'sPer Month! Close to C

Mercyhealth
Rockford, IL, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Join Our Team as an Obstetric and Gynecologic Hospitalist

Our organization is actively looking for a board-certified or board-eligible Obstetric and Gynecologic Hospitalist to become part of our outstanding team of collaborative physicians in the Rockford, Illinois area!

Opportunity Overview:
  • Employment Type: Full-time, hospital-employed position
  • Work Environment: 100% inpatient care
  • Shift Schedule: Eight 24-hour shifts per month
  • Responsibilities: Cover labor and delivery, including cesarean sections
  • Conduct inpatient rounding and manage discharges
  • Enjoy a flexible work-life balance
  • Collaborate with Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialists at the Northwest Regional Perinatal Center and Level III NICU
  • Access to extensive multi-subspecialty referral sources on-site
  • Utilize EPIC Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Qualifications:
  • MD/DO, Board Certified or Board Eligible
  • A minimum of two years of inpatient experience required
  • Completion of residency from an ACGME-accredited program
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team
  • A genuine passion for improving lives
  • Expertise in delivering exceptional patient care
Compensation & Benefits:
  • Hourly Rate: $180.00
  • Coverage for CME, malpractice insurance, and licensure fees
  • Relocation assistance and signing bonus available
  • Paid memberships and dues for medical associations
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, disability, and retirement plans
  • 403(b) matching from day one
  • Paid parental and caregiver leave
  • Non-profit 501(c)(3) organization eligible for the Federal Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Community & System Information:

Our organization is a regional health system comprising seven hospitals and over 85 primary and specialty care centers across more than 55 communities in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. We are proud to have over 900 partnered providers and more than 7,500 professionals committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

With a wide array of over 125 specialty and subspecialty services, we offer adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular care, a cancer institute, plastic and reconstructive surgery, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and much more!

Facility Highlights:

Our facility, located just off I-90 in Rockford, IL, is designated as an ACS Level I Adult Trauma and Comprehensive Stroke Center. It is recognized by the State of Illinois as a Regional Perinatal Center and features a Level III NICU. Our advanced surgical suites, including hybrid operating rooms with real-time radiographic capabilities, provide state-of-the-art technology. A new Hospital-Based Cancer Institute is set to open in early 2025!

  • 17-bed Labor/Delivery unit
  • 20-bed Postpartum unit
  • 52-bed NICU, including a 12-bed Small Baby Unit (SBU)
  • State-of-the-art surgical services and operating suites
  • Designated regional Perinatal Center
  • Maternal and Neonatal Transport Team
  • Comprehensive OB team, including MFM specialists, midwives, and OB hospitalists
  • Da Vinci Robot for advanced robotic surgery
About the Rockford, Illinois Region:

Situated along the banks of the Rock River, Rockford is recognized for its diverse economy, which includes automotive, aerospace, and healthcare sectors, alongside various tourism and downtown revitalization initiatives. The city is known for its affordability in housing, located less than an hour and a half from downtown Chicago and Milwaukee, and under an hour from Madison, Wisconsin.

Founded in 1834, Rockford has a rich history in industrial and manufacturing growth, earning the nickname "City of Gardens." The area boasts numerous cultural and historical attractions, such as the Anderson Japanese Gardens, Klehm Arboretum, the Coronado Theatre, and the Burpee Museum of Natural History.