Hospitalist Medical Director – Danville, Il

To prospective teammates,

I am the regional Medical Director for Sound’s hospitalist practice at OSF Sacred Heart in Danville, Illinois. I have proudly been a part of Sound for three years and welcome interest from experienced hospitalists looking to take the next step in their career. I would like to share more about it, specifically about our people, practice, and purpose, as you consider your next steps:

People

• We are a young, energetic team of eight physicians.
• We are a diverse team who come from all different geographical locations, backgrounds, and cultures. We collaborate and partner with each other to support and provide help.
• Our hospitalist coordinator supports you in providing a high-quality patient care experience.
• We have a solid executive team that supports our group and what we are working to accomplish.
• We are 2.5 hours from Chicago, 1 hour from Indianapolis, and 3 hours from St. Louis which puts us in the center of the Midwest.

Practice

• We welcome the challenge of complex cases, working in an open ICU with assistance from OSF tele-intensivist coverage. While this can be challenging, it is an excellent opportunity for growth in practice.
• Our hospitalists do not perform procedures, but we do run codes and rapids.
• We cover around 120 beds, and our physicians work 12-hour shifts. We do offer seven on/off schedules.
• Our census is generally 15-18 patients per provider but can fluctuate occasionally. We rotate admissions and support each other as a team. Nocturnists will see around five admits per night and take cross-coverage calls
• We work with Epic as our EMR system.
• We usually meet monthly for team meetings and have daily huddles with the team.
• I am looking for a strong clinician and leader who would love the opportunity to build a team from the ground up.
• This is a full-time clinical position.
• Our compensation package is very competitive, and you can earn $400k plus additional incentives through productivity and quality bonuses.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance, long- and short-term disability, 401k with match, paid medical malpractice and tail coverage, and annual CME allowance.

Purpose

• We put patients first. Always.
• A focus on growth and development is a key feature of Sound’s practices, where teammates can expand their careers locally and within the broader medical group.
• We are a community-minded team and encourage team members who want to contribute in and out of the hospital to help make our local community thrive.

More about our community: People in Danville, Illinois, appreciate the city’s small-town charm, friendly community atmosphere, and affordable cost of living. The city’s rich history, diverse cultural offerings, and proximity to outdoor recreational activities also contribute to the overall appeal for residents.

To learn more, please reach out to my recruiting partner, who will put you in touch with me.

Thank you,

Dr. Troy Ahlstrom
Regional Medical Director