Emergency Medicine Physician – 12 Hour Shifts
Listed compensation
$285/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about call expectations and time off.
Job Description
PRN Emergency Medicine Physician – $285/hr | Flexible Shifts | Marion, IL
The Staff Pad is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Emergency Medicine Physician for a PRN opportunity at a high-volume, well-supported hospital in Marion, Illinois.
This role is ideal for physicians looking for premium compensation, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, resource-rich Emergency Department.
Position Highlights
- $285/hour highly competitive rate
- Flexible PRN scheduling with day, evening, and night shifts available
- Integrated EPIC EMR system across the hospital network
- Dedicated hospitalist team for admissions
- Strong subspecialty support across multiple service lines
- Practice Details
- Team of 7 Emergency Medicine physicians
- Supported by 3 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
- Day Shift (7 AM – 7 PM): 1 physician + 1 APP
- Night Shift (7 PM – 7 AM): 1 nocturnist physician + 1 APP
~55 patients per day (moderate to high volume)
~11 daily admissions
Robust referral base including ED visits, direct admits, and regional transfers
Subspecialty Support Includes
- Cardiology
- Gastroenterology
- Neurology
- Urology
- General Surgery
- Orthopedics
- Colorectal Surgery
- And more
- Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Premium hourly compensation for PRN coverage
- Balanced staffing model with physician + APP support
- High-acuity environment with strong clinical resources
- Flexible schedule ideal for supplemental income or work-life balance
About the Community
Located in Marion, this area offers the perfect blend of convenience and quality of life.
Regional Hub
Marion serves as a central hub for Southern Illinois, offering shopping, dining, healthcare access, and a regional airport.
Outdoor Recreation
Close proximity to Shawnee National Forest provides opportunities for hiking, fishing, and exploring scenic landscapes.
Accessible Location
Within driving distance to St. Louis and Nashville for weekend travel and entertainment.
Balanced Lifestyle
Enjoy a lower cost of living, shorter commutes, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Key Responsibilities
Provide emergency medical care to patients in a high-volume hospital setting during 12-hour shifts. Collaborate with a team of physicians and advanced practice providers to manage patient admissions and transfers.
Requirements
Candidates must be a Board Certified or Board Eligible Emergency Medicine Physician. The role requires the ability to work in a high-acuity environment with a team-based approach.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context
Of the 40 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 93% have no call, 57% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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- On-site
- Includes weekends
Living in Marion
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $207k
- Typical market rent
- $1,046/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 22 min
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.