MercyRockford Health System is currently seeking a board eligible or board certified general orthopedic surgeon to start up a new program for Rockford Memorial Hospital. Rockford Health System recently merged with Mercy Health System in Janesville, Wisconsin. Between the two entities we employ over 600 physicians in two states making the combined organization one of the largest employed physician groups in the Midwest serving a 16 county region. The highly-skilled teams of surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, surgical technologists and other surgical support staff members provide surgical services for more than 12,000 patients each year. Rockford Memorial Hospital is a 395 bed, Level 1 trauma center with 14 surgical suites. There is a dedicated orthopedic surgical team. Support services include a robust hospitalist program, jointly owned rehabilitation hospital, home health care and outpatient physical therapy at multiple locations. Position perks include: • Highly competitive salary including first year guarantee • Health, dental, life and malpractice insurance with tail coverage • Comprehensive retirement plan with extremely generous company contribution • CME and licensure reimbursement • Relocation assistant • Epic EMR Community Information Are you tired of a long commute and the hassle of sitting in traffic? Do you want to live in a town that offers a small town feel, but the amenities of a large city? Are you interested in living in a community where you can afford the house of your dreams while also having easy access to Chicago, Madison and Milwaukee? Rockford, IL has been recognized as one of the most affordable housing markets in the nation less than an hour and a half drive from downtown Chicago. The Rockford region is a family oriented community with many exceptional schools including public and private school systems. Rockford also boasts fantastic golf courses and numerous outdoor activities including, hiking, biking, boating and fishing to name a few. The Rockford region is a stress-free location where you can put down roots. Contact Those interested in this opportunity or to learn more should contact Chris Walker, Physician Recruitment, MercyRockford Health System at (815) 971-2922 or email cwalker@rhsnet.org.