Seeking Cardio-thoracic surgeon to further grow a young open heart program. Presently there are six cardiologists in our community (three interventionalists). Incoming physician would be part of Cardiothoracic group of 4 out of Belleville,IL which has the contract with Heartland Regional. Physician would be "exclusively" based in Marion at Heartland Regional with call coverage from colleagues in Belleville.Group is seeking a replacement to a recently departed physician. Average 80-100 hearts / year at Heartland. Recruitment package including competitive salary (MGMA guidelines), relocation, commencement bonus, marketing, CME, medical malpractice assistance, potential for medical education debt repayment assistance, and more! There are a total of 7 Cardio-thoracic / Cardio-vascular Surgeons on staff at Heartland.

The City of Marion is located on Interstate 57 and Illinois State Route 13 in beautiful Southern Illinois. City of Marion, often referred to as "Hub of the Universe" boasts itself not only by having a dynamic business economy but also by being the regional shopping, dining, hospitality and entertainment hub. Marion is the second largest city in Southern Illinois and serves as the region's largest retail trade center. Marion's growth is phenomenal. It has become the fastest growing town south of St. Louis, and one of the fastest growing cities in Illinois.