Otolaryngologist (ENT) – Physician - East Central Illinois

Healthcare United; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 600,000 - 625,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus ($75,000)

Retention bonus ($60,000)

Relocation assistance

33 days paid time off

5 CME days plus $6,000 CME allowance

Comprehensive benefits and retirement

Job summary

Healthcare United in Effingham, IL is seeking an Otolaryngologist (ENT) to join a well-supported, not-for-profit regional health system. This full-time role offers a balanced mix of outpatient clinic and surgical responsibilities, a 1:4 call rotation, and strong referral support.

The ideal candidate has MD/DO, Illinois license, board certification or eligibility, and is motivated by stability, high compensation, and a supportive administrative team. New graduates welcome.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Otolaryngology.
• Eligible for or active Illinois medical license.
• New graduates welcome to apply.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical and surgical ENT care to an adult and pediatric population.
• Diagnose and treat disorders of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck.
• Perform a full scope of otolaryngologic procedures and surgeries.
• Collaborate with advanced practice providers to optimize patient access and continuity of care.
• Participate in a shared 1:4 call rotation.
• Partner with primary care and specialty colleagues on coordinated, multidisciplinary care.
• Maintain accurate and timely EMR documentation.

Skills

MD/DO degree

Board Certified/Eligible in Otolaryng.

Illinois medical license

Outpatient and surgical care

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO degree

Board Certification/Eligibility in Otolaryngology

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Effingham, United States | Posted on 08/12/2026

• Visa Sponsorship(s) No Visa sponsorship at this time.
• Date Opened 08/12/2026
• Job Type Full time
• City Effingham
• Country United States

Job Description

Healthcare United is seeking an Otolaryngologist (ENT) to join a well-supported, established practice in East Central Illinois. This full-time opportunity offers strong earning potential, a manageable 1:4 call rotation, and a collaborative team of three physicians and two advanced practice providers — including a colleague who specializes in laryngology. The incoming physician will join a financially stable, not-for-profit regional health system with excellent referral support and a loyal patient base.

This position offers a balanced mix of outpatient clinic and surgical responsibilities within a collegial and physician-friendly environment. Candidates seeking long-term stability, high compensation, quality of life, and strong administrative support will find this to be an outstanding opportunity.

• Provide comprehensive medical and surgical ENT care to an adult and pediatric patient population
• Diagnose and treat disorders of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck
• Perform a full scope of otolaryngologic procedures and surgeries
• Collaborate with advanced practice providers to optimize patient access and continuity of care
• Participate in a shared 1:4 call rotation
• Partner with primary care and specialty colleagues on coordinated, multidisciplinary care
• Maintain accurate and timely EMR documentation

Requirements

• MD or DO degree required
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Otolaryngology
• Eligible for or active Illinois medical license
• New graduates welcome to apply
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship (J-1/H-1B) is not available
• $600,000 – $625,000+ base salary plus RVU productivity incentives
• $75,000 sign-on bonus
• $60,000 retention bonus ($20,000 paid at the end of years 1, 2 & 3)
• Quality, productivity, and relocation bonuses available
• 33 days paid time off
• 5 CME days plus $6,000 annual CME allowance
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits plus pension/retirement plan
• Malpractice coverage and relocation assistance available