Emergency Medicine Physician

Service Line

Emergency Medicine (EM) Position Title

Emergency Medicine Physician Location

Hillsboro Area Hospital - Hillsboro, Illinois Job Type

Full-Time Recruiter

Maria Santiago Position Overview Serve patients in moments that matter and be a part of the future of health care.

SCP Health, a physician-founded and physician-led organization, is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) to join the Emergency Department at Hillsboro Area Hospital, a critical access hospital located in Hillsboro, Illinois.

This opportunity offers a low-to-moderate volume Emergency Department, 12- or 24-hour physician shifts, and the ability to practice broad-scope emergency medicine in a newly renovated, physician-friendly facility.

Clinical & Program Details Patient Volume

6,000 ED visits annually Specialties

Emergency Medicine Coverage Model

Physician coverage with 12- or 24-hour shifts Facility Type

25-bed Critical Access Hospital Acuity

Low to moderate EMR

CPSI ICU

Yes Procedures

Standard emergency medicine procedures Admissions/Transfers

Coordinated as appropriate Tele Coverage

Telemed at night Qualifications Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school Licensure

Illinois medical license (or ability to obtain) Board Certification

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Experience

Prior Emergency Department experience preferred Clinical Skills

Broad emergency medicine skill set appropriate for a critical access environment Badges

BLS, ACLS, PALS (or ability to obtain) Facility & Clinical Details About Hillsboro Area Hospital Hillsboro Area Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital offering emergency care, inpatient care, and transitional care, along with diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, physical therapy, sleep clinic, and surgical services.

The facility provides 24-hour laboratory and x-ray services, as well as MRI capabilities, supporting comprehensive, high-quality patient care.

The Emergency Department is housed in a newly built, environmentally friendly ("green") facility, designed to enhance efficiency, safety, and provider experience.

Innovation & Growth Hillsboro Area Hospital continues to invest in modern healthcare delivery through facility expansion, technology upgrades, and sustainable design.

The newly renovated emergency department reflects a commitment to innovation, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

Physicians are encouraged to contribute to clinical improvement initiatives and care model development as the hospital continues to evolve to meet community needs.

Teamwork & Culture The Emergency Department operates in a collaborative, close-knit environment with strong nursing support, engaged hospital leadership, and SCP Health partnership.

Providers benefit from open communication, flexible scheduling, and a shared commitment to delivering personalized, patient-centered care.

Services Hillsboro Area Hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including

24/7 Emergency Care Inpatient and Transitional Care Diagnostic Imaging (X-ray, MRI) Laboratory Services (24-hour coverage) Physical Therapy Sleep Clinic Surgical Services Community Information Hillsboro, Illinois offers some of the most scenic landscapes in the Midwest and serves as an important center for commercial, legal, and industrial activity.

With a diversified economic base and a large labor force, many residents commute to Springfield or St.

Louis, both approximately one hour away.

Benefits & Compensation Competitive compensation package with earning potential up to

Benefits Eligibility

Comprehensive benefits available, including:Health insurance Group dental & vision insurance Life insurance Short- and long-term disability coverage Professional liability insurance with tail coverage Equitable scheduling patterns Dedicated SCP Health leadership and operational support Why SCP Health For over 50 years, SCP Health has been serving patients in moments that matter.

As a physician-founded and physician-led organization specializing in emergency, hospital, and critical care medicine, SCP Health supports clinicians with national resources, regional leadership, and evidence-based practices.

Our model empowers physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while maintaining professional autonomy and work-life balance.

Together, we heal.