General Otolaryngologist | $50K Sign-On Bonus | Illinois

Additional Information About the Role

• Otolaryngologist (ENT)
• BJC Medical Group | Alton Memorial Hospital
• Alton, Illinois | Greater St. Louis Metro Area

BJC Medical Group is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Otolaryngologist (ENT) to join an established, high-demand practice based at Alton Memorial Hospital, a respected community hospital known for excellence in cardiovascular care, orthopedics, oncology, women's health, rehabilitation, and surgical services.

This opportunity offers the best of both worlds: the stability and resources of one of the Midwest's largest health systems combined with the autonomy and collegial atmosphere of a community-based practice.

• Why This Opportunity Stands Out
• Established ENT practice with strong community demand
• Immediate patient volume and robust referral network
• Join a growing physician team
• Manage a balanced mix of inpatient and outpatient care
• Average patient volume of 20-25 patients per day
• Epic EMR across the health system
• Comprehensive specialty and hospital support
• Opportunity to build a thriving practice from day one

Compensation & Benefits

• Exceptional Financial Package
• Competitive two-year guaranteed compensation starting at $450,000+
• $50,000 sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Productivity and long-term earning potential within a growing market
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Pharmacy coverage
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Retirement plan
• CME allowance and dedicated CME time off
• Generous paid time off

About Alton Memorial Hospital

Alton Memorial Hospital is recognized for its heart and vascular services, orthopedic surgery, oncology care, women's health, gastroenterology, pulmonary medicine, pain management, outpatient surgery, and rehabilitation services. Physicians enjoy a collaborative environment with access to advanced technology and a strong network of specialists.

• Enjoy Life Near St. Louis
• Located just 25 minutes from St. Louis, Alton offers:
• Affordable cost of living
• Family-friendly communities
• Excellent schools
• Historic riverfront charm
• Easy access to professional sports, dining, arts, and entertainment
• Short commute to a major metropolitan area without the congestion
• If you're looking for a high-demand ENT opportunity with outstanding compensation, immediate patient access, and the support of a nationally recognized health system, we'd love to connect with you.
• Please reach out to Amy Taylor at amy.taylor@bjc.org if you would like to learn more.

Overview

BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with the top-ranked hospitals in the area.

Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to the world’s best medicine through caring people and integrated systems. The providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction and quality health care.

BJC Medical Group physicians are trained and certified in over 25 medical specialties and serve patients in more than 125 locations in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The physician will provide professional medical services within the practicing Specialty to the best of physician’s ability through direct patient care and spend additional time as necessary to perform other related duties such as completing medical records, providing MyChart consultations and inbasket management, conducting patient-specific education and collaborating with advanced practice providers and care team members.

Responsibilities

Manages the medical care of patient panel by providing or otherwise arranging for inpatient hospital care of physician’s patients, either through regular hospital rounds, making arrangements with one or more hospitalist(s) or other qualified physician to provide coverage for physician’s hospitalized patients consistent with Medical Staff requirements.

Collaborates with patients, families, and members of the care team to ensure excellent patient care outcomes at the clinic location(s) designated by BJC and any other BJC clinical outreach location to which physician may be assigned as patient care demands.

Performs and documents medical histories and physicals in the patient’s medical record as required by hospital medical staff bylaws.

Provides or arranges for call coverage for clinic patients and inpatient call coverage in a manner acceptable to BJC and in accordance with Medical Staff bylaws, while observing and following all BJC policies and procedures and all applicable legal, ethical and professional standards.

Collaborates and teaches advanced practice providers, support staff or any care team member assigned in the care of physician’s patient panel.

BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Doctorate

• Medicine

Experience

<2 years

• Supervisor Experience
• No Experience
• Licenses & Certifications
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Practicing Specialty
• Licensed Physician

Preferred Requirements

• Experience
• 2-5 years

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date

• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance
• To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer