Become an SIH Surgeon
Your Career. Our Company. Together, We Grow
SIH offers rich professional opportunities to surgeons, proudly providing quality surgical care to Southern Illinois. Here, you can develop and grow professionally in an environment of excellence in patient care. Putting the right people, exhibiting the right attitude and behaviors, in the right roles is our priority.
Advantages of a Surgical Career at SIH
Surgeons at SIH have unmatched opportunities for growth and innovation. Three da Vinci robotic-assisted surgical systems, two at SIH Memorial Hospital of Carbondale and the other at SIH Herrin Hospital, are available for certified surgeons to perform minimally invasive general, bariatric, oncologic and urologic surgeries. At SIH, you’ll join a collaborative, team-based environment where surgeons work closely with dedicated anesthesiologists, nurses, technicians and specialists to provide exceptional care. With cutting-edge technology and a supportive multidisciplinary team, SIH fosters an environment where you can excel in your surgical specialty.
Excellence in patient care stems from the collaboration of diverse surgical specialties. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures that each patient receives the most comprehensive and tailored treatment plan possible. Interdisciplinary collaboration leads to innovative and effective solutions for complex medical cases. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of medical advancements, contributing to groundbreaking treatments and improving patient outcomes.
A surgical career at SIH offers:
- Access to advanced surgical technology with modern operating rooms, including three da Vinci robotic-assisted surgical systems
- Operating rooms to serve all surgical needs, including general, robotic, hybrid, endoscopy and procedure
- Assistance from a dedicated surgical team committed to achieving quality patient outcomes
- An extensive healthcare system and physician network providing referral and collaborative patient care opportunities
- Use of Epic, an electronic health record system streamlining all patient data and system referrals
- Opportunities for research in various specialties
- Paths to teach medical students at SIH hospitals and clinics through the SIH Academic Partnering Program
- Generous compensation packages including a 2-year income guarantee, sign-on bonuses and opportunities for productivity bonuses
- Relocation bonuses to aid the transition to Southern Illinois
- Stipends when pursuing training opportunities
- A comprehensive benefits package including J-1 visa sponsorships
- Dedicated CME funds and associated time off (with roll over)
- Earned time off (with roll over) and recognition for milestone years of service
- Loan forgiveness opportunities and tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees
- Physician-focused events to establish meaningful relationships with colleagues and their families outside of clinical hours
- A dedicated employee wellness program to support staff health and work-life balance
SIH Vice President and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Marci Moore-Connelley discusses how SIH supports, empowers and advocates for physicians in their roles.