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Posted May 26, 2026

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

Mercyhealth
Perryville, IL, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is currently looking for Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Anesthesiologists to become part of our established anesthesia team at the Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital - Riverside in Rockford, Illinois.

This position offers the chance to work at a Level I Trauma Center, handling a varied and high-acuity case load that includes trauma, high-risk obstetrics, and orthopedic surgeries. Enjoy a consistent weekday schedule along with competitive pay and robust administrative support.

Opportunity Overview:
  • Full-time position at Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital - Riverside, a 195-bed Level I Trauma Center.
  • Standard working hours: Monday to Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
  • In-house 24-hour 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 responsibilities: trauma or obstetrics.
    • Post-call day off for in-house coverage.
  • Pager call rotation: 2nd, 3rd, and 4th calls with an average response time of around 20 minutes.
  • Moderate call volume.
  • Utilization of EPIC EMR system.
Departmental Scope:
  • Administer anesthesia for trauma, high-risk obstetrics (Level III Perinatal Center), orthopedic, and general surgical procedures.
  • 14 operating rooms dedicated to trauma cases.
  • Support from a Comprehensive Stroke Center.
  • Collaboration with MDs, CRNAs (primarily in the endoscopy suite), surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Engagement in quality improvement initiatives and multidisciplinary care planning.
Required Skills & Experience:
  • 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 high-acuity, multidisciplinary environment.
  • Strong teamwork, communication skills, and a patient-centered approach.
Compensation & Benefits:
  • Base Salary: $550,000 (General), $630,000 (Cardiac).
  • Additional funding 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 & System Information:

Admitting Hospital:

The Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital-Riverside is a cutting-edge tertiary care facility serving Northern Illinois.

Hospital features include:

  • ACS-designated Level I Adult Trauma Center.
  • Comprehensive Stroke Center.
  • Regional Perinatal Center and Level III NICU.
  • Advanced surgical and operating 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, high-quality care.
  • Offering over 125 specialty and subspecialty services, including adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular services (WATCHMAN and TAVR), 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 is known for its diverse economy, which encompasses the automotive, aerospace, and healthcare sectors, along with ongoing tourism and revitalization efforts in the downtown area.

Cultural and recreational highlights include a variety of attractions and activities for residents and visitors alike.

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