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Posted 23 July, 2026

Anesthesiologist for Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital, Rockford, IL - $550,000 to $630,000

Mercyhealth
Rockford, IL, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Job Opportunity: Anesthesiologist

Our organization is looking for Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Anesthesiologists to become part of our established anesthesia team at a prominent hospital facility. This position offers the chance to work at a Level I Trauma Center, handling a diverse range of high-acuity cases, including trauma, high-risk obstetrics, and orthopedic surgeries. Enjoy a consistent weekday schedule, competitive pay, and robust administrative support.

Position Overview:
  • Employment Type: Full-time at our 195-bed, Level I Trauma Center
  • Standard Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
  • In-House Call Rotation: Approximately 1:2.7 days (one weeknight per week and 1-2 weekends per month)
  • Weeknight In-House Call: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. following an 8-hour shift
  • Coverage Areas: Trauma or obstetrics
  • Post-Call Day Off: Provided for in-house coverage
  • Pager Call Rotation: 2nd, 3rd, and 4th calls with an approximate 20-minute response time
  • Call Volume: Moderate
  • EMR System: EPIC
Departmental Responsibilities:
  • Administer anesthesia for trauma, high-risk obstetrics (Level III Perinatal Center), orthopedic, and general surgical procedures
  • Manage 14 operating rooms, including all-hands-on trauma cases
  • Support from a Comprehensive Stroke Center
  • Collaborate with MDs, CRNAs (mainly in the endoscopy suite), surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Engage in quality improvement initiatives and multidisciplinary care planning
Qualifications and Skills:
  • MD/DO, board-certified or board-eligible in Anesthesiology
  • Recent, comprehensive trauma experience is essential
  • Experience in regional and obstetric anesthesia is required
  • Capability to deliver high-quality anesthesia in a multidisciplinary, high-acuity environment
  • Strong teamwork, communication skills, and a patient-centered approach
Compensation and Benefits:
  • Base Salary: $550,000 (General), $630,000 (Cardiac)
  • Potential additional allocation of up to $100,000 for student loan repayment and/or sign-on bonus
  • Relocation assistance available up to $10,000
  • Reimbursement for CME, licensure, membership, and medical association dues
  • Coverage for malpractice and tail insurance
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
  • Paid parental and caregiver leave
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Strategic partnership with a dedicated physician liaison
Community and System Information:

The admitting hospital is a state-of-the-art tertiary care facility serving Northern Illinois, featuring:

  • ACS-designated Level I Adult Trauma Center
  • Comprehensive Stroke Center
  • Regional Perinatal Center and Level III NICU
  • Advanced surgical suites, including hybrid OR capabilities
  • Comprehensive diagnostic center with lab, imaging, and pharmacy services
  • Inpatient dialysis services
  • Cardiac, vascular, peripheral, and neurovascular interventional laboratories
About Our Organization:
  • A regional health system comprising 7 hospitals and over 100 primary and specialty care centers across more than 65 communities in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin
  • More than 1,000 partnered providers and over 8,500 professionals committed to delivering compassionate, quality care
  • Offering over 125 specialty and subspecialty services, including adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular services, comprehensive cancer services, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and more
About Rockford:

Rockford is the third-largest city in Illinois, located along the Rock River. It boasts a diverse economy that includes automotive, aerospace, and healthcare sectors, along with ongoing tourism and downtown revitalization initiatives. Cultural and recreational highlights include:

  • Japanese Anderson Gardens
  • Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden | Rockford's Living Museum
  • Burpee Museum of Natural History
  • Rockford Park District