Infectious Disease position located two hours to St. Louis with a total cash comp up to $400,000+
Job Description
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Practice Details
- Seeking a BE/BC Infectious Disease physician
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Join an established Infectious Disease practice at a 347-bed, independent, nonprofit regional hospital in Quincy, Illinois.
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This opportunity offers an incoming physician the ability to step into an existing practice with established referral relationships, a broad spectrum of infectious disease cases, and access to multidisciplinary clinical resources.
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The organization has an established antimicrobial stewardship program, dedicated infection prevention resources, and inpatient and outpatient services.
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This is an attractive opportunity for a physician seeking long-term practice stability, meaningful clinical involvement, and the ability to make a lasting impact on patient care throughout the region.
Community Details
Affordable Cost of Living
- Housing costs are significantly below both Illinois and national averages.
- Median home values are well below many comparable Midwest cities.
- Physicians can often purchase larger homes with acreage or historic homes for substantially less than in metropolitan markets.
Excellent Healthcare Hub
- Home to Blessing Health System and Quincy Medical Group.
- Regional referral center serving western Illinois, northeast Missouri, and southeast Iowa.
- Broad specialty support and modern medical facilities make physician practice attractive.
Short Commute
- Average commute is approximately 12–13 minutes.
- Nearly anywhere in the city is accessible within 15 minutes, allowing more personal and family time.
Mississippi River Lifestyle
- Beautiful riverfront overlooking the Mississippi River.
- Boating, kayaking, fishing, eagle watching, walking trails, and scenic sunsets.
- Located along the Great River Road National Scenic Byway.
Outdoor Recreation
- More than 30 parks encompassing over 1,000 acres.
- Approximately 40 miles of biking and walking trails.
- Five golf courses.
- Marina, sports complexes, tennis courts, youth athletics, and numerous playgrounds.
Family-Friendly Community
- Strong public and private schools.
- Numerous youth sports, music, arts, and community events.
- Residents frequently cite safety and community involvement as major advantages.
Historic Character
- Beautiful neighborhoods featuring Victorian, Italianate, and other historic homes.
- Four National Register Historic Districts.
- Walkable downtown filled with locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and entertainment.
Growing Downtown
- Ongoing investment in "The District" downtown area.
- Restaurants, breweries, farmers markets, concerts, festivals, and seasonal events create an active community atmosphere.
Strong Educational Opportunities
- Quincy Public School District 172
- Quincy University
- John Wood Community College
- Nursing and allied health educational programs support the regional healthcare workforce.
Central Midwest Location
- St. Louis – about 2 hours
- Springfield – about 2 hours
- Columbia – about 2½ hours
- Chicago – approximately 4½–5 hours
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Regional air service is available through Quincy Regional Airport.
Particularly Appealing for Physicians
- Competitive physician compensation compared with the cost of living.
- Opportunity to develop long-term patient relationships.
- Strong referral base across a large rural service area.
- Excellent work-life balance due to minimal commuting and easy access to outdoor recreation.
- Family-oriented community with high civic engagement and Midwestern hospitality.
- Quincy is often described as offering the amenities of a city of 100,000+ while maintaining the affordability, convenience, and sense of community typically found in towns half its size.
Compensation Details
- Salary: $345,000 to $400,000
- Up to $150,000 on medical school loans (forgiven over 5 years)
- $50,000 sign on bonus
- Relocation
Benefits:
- Health, life, vision, dental, disability, and AD & D insurance
- Malpractice coverage with tail
- 403(b) pension plan plus 457(b) tax-deferral option
- Employee childcare center
- Six weeks annual paid time off
- One week of CME
- $5,000 professional expense allowance
Top Five Things to Do
- All Wars Museum
- Villa Kathrine
- Quincy Museum
- John Wood Mansion
- 9/11 Memorial
