Orthopedics - Spine Physician

Orthopedics - Spine Opportunity in Mattoon, IL Full-Time Position

• Two orthopedic groups : one in Mattoon, IL, and one in Effingham, IL, each with four general orthopedic surgeons.
• One spine surgeon joined in 2024 and covers both locations.
• Seeking an additional spine surgeon to join the team.
• A contracted neurosurgeon performs spine surgery one day a week in Mattoon.
• Participation in general orthopedic call with the Mattoon group required.
• Ideal start date : no sooner than summer 2026 (to allow the current spine surgeon to build their practice).
• Facility offers Rosa and Mako robotics, spine navigation, O-arm, and AIRO CT.Compensation & Benefits
• $875,000 base salary + bonus based on RVU production.
• $75,000 sign-on bonus.
• $60,000 total retention bonus (paid in $20,000 installments at the end of years 1, 2, and 3).
• Quality bonus up to $50,000 (eligible upon earning base salary).
• 33 days of paid time off.
• 5 days + $6,000 CME allowance annually.
• 1 : 6 call schedule.Facility Overview
• Not-for-profit regional hospital serving a ten-county region.
• Rapidly expanding and adding specialties.
• Physician and employee satisfaction consistently ranked in the top decile nationally.
• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture.Community Highlights
• Safe neighborhoods, minimal traffic, local festivals, and abundant outdoor recreation.
• Easy access to major cities : Champaign / Urbana - 40 min, St. Louis - 2 hrs, Indianapolis - 2 hrs, Chicago - 3 hrs.
• Charleston is home to Eastern Illinois University.
• Expanding dining and retail scene, including a $65 million sports complex opening in 2025.