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State of Illinois
Dixon, Illinois

PHYSICIAN

Internal MedicineIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$158k-$214k

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Job Description

Job

  • Requisition ID: 59690 Opening Date: 10/30/2026Closing Date: 12/02/2026Agency: Department of Human ServicesClass Title: PHYSICIAN - 32200 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: NoneSalary: Anticipated Salary: $13,138 - $17,872 per month ($157,656 - $214,464 per year)
  • Job Type: Salaried
  • Category: Full Time Number of Vacancies: 1Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators, Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators, and Physicians AFSCMEMerit Comp Code: Work
  • Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday; 30 minute unpaid lunch, MedicalAnticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in officeHeadquarter
  • Location: 1120 Washington Ave

Dixon, Illinois, 61021

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Mabley Developmental Center

Medical ServicesWork County: LeeAgency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application.

Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois. Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Physician for the Mabley Developmental Center located in Dixon, Illinois to serve as an Illinois Licensed Physician, provides medical and health care to individuals who reside at the Center. Provides medical examinations, diagnostic and treatment services.

Serves as a physician on call. Provides medical advice or emergency medical assistance. Serves as a member of individualized treatment teams, coordinates medical reviews and evaluations. Attends treatment team meetings, medical staff, and center management team meetings. Essential Functions

As an Illinois Licensed Physician, provides medical and health care to individuals who reside at Mabley Developmental Center.

  • Serves as a physician on call.
  • Serves as a member of individualized treatment teams.
  • Performs annual physicals for individuals and new admission physicals.
  • Attends treatment team meetings.
  • Attends medical staff and center management team meetings.

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires an Illinois license to practice medicine.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of professional experience evaluating and providing quality medical care to adult individuals.

Two (2) years of professional experience coordinating medical services with other professional disciplines and supportive personnel.

Two (2) years of professional experience evaluating, diagnosing, and treating adult individuals in accordance with best practices.

  • Two (2) years of professional experience preparing comprehensive and specialized medical records and reports.
  • Two (2) years of professional experience treating adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Conditions of Employment

Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays and serve on call as necessary to provide 24-hour coverage.

  • Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
  • Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
  • Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
  • Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
  • Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*All conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois.

Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity. As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

  • A Pension Program
  • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
  • 12 Paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
  • 10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)

Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard work schedules (as applicable)

  • 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
  • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
  • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
  • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
  • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
  • GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
  • 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
  • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: cms.illinois.gov

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

Application Instructions

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the Current Employee Guide at Application Procedures or by logging in to the career portal for State employees and viewing the instructions on Completing the Electronic Application.

Non-State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the External Applicant Guide at Application Procedures or from Illinois.jobs2web.com – click Application Resources in the footer of every page of the website.

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of the posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

State employees should sign in via the Employee Login link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to their career portal.

Non-State employees should click the Sign Up link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to an existing external account or to create a new external account.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

Key Responsibilities

The physician provides comprehensive medical care, diagnostic services, and treatment to individuals residing at the Mabley Developmental Center. They serve as a member of individualized treatment teams and participate in on-call rotations to ensure 24-hour medical coverage.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Illinois license to practice medicine. Two years of professional experience in evaluating and treating adult individuals, particularly those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is preferred.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment PlanningPatient CareMedical Records ManagementIntellectual Disability CareDevelopmental Disability CareClinical EvaluationInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates PHYSICIAN at State of Illinois a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician roles — ranked against 22,416 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc.

Internal Medicine — Physician Career Context

State of Illinois holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 44 active listings.

In Illinois, the Internal Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$277k (51 salary observations; 124 listings), vs ~$273k nationally (717 salary observations; 3,427 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Internal Medicine by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.1 / 10 · above average in physician rolesranked against 22,416 Physician roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$158k–$214kInternal Medicine median $275k (middle half $260k–$363k)13 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Illinois vs national$277k median in Illinois$273k nationally (+1%)51 state / 717 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$186k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Internal Medicine listings in Illinois52 active1,297 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 48% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentIllinois Physician listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 24% offer loan repayment993 active listings, Oct 2026
State of Illinoissilver tier, 72/100Top Employers work-life index44 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (22,416 Physician roles listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
65%
Sign-on bonus
52%
Relocation assistance
37%
Loan repayment
30% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.3this job 6.1
Better work-life than 50% of Internal Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,307 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends
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About State of Illinois

Individual and Family Services
Springfield, Illinois
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick days annually
10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually
13 Paid Holidays annually
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program

Living in Dixon

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$196k≈ 1.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,113/mo≈ 8% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.