• MD or DO Degree
• Valid Illinois Medical License (or ability to obtain IL Medical License)
• Valid Illinois Controlled Substances License (or ability to obtain IL License)
• Board eligible or Board Certified
• Collect, record and maintain patient information such as medical histories, reports and examination results.
• Manage and treat patients within scope of practice.
• Analyze records, reports, test results or examination information to diagnose patients’ medical conditions.
• Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment within scope of practice.
• Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments to patients.
• Monitor patients’ conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
• Expertise providing reliable, high value and evidence-based medicine that is supported by education and research.
• Ability to use electronic medical records to keep track of patient visits and information related to the physician/patient encounter.
• Expertise performing Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding for Physicians.
• Ability to work a full-time schedule of at least 40 hours of direct patient care.
• Participate in on-call during the week and on weekends (not all specialties will require on-call duties.

Best of both worlds!!!

Far enough to avoid traffic, high cost of living and low compensation, but close enough to enjoy the amenities of one of the greatest cities in America.

Comparison between Kankakee and Chicago markets:

Kankakee, IL

Chicago / Suburbs

On average, 1-2-year term with low guarantee

Admit to one hospital

Admit to several hospitals

Limited to no traffic

Congested traffic

Little competition

Heavy competition

Large primary care referral base to build a busy practice quickly

Referral patterns set – difficult to break in

Cost of living up to 25% less than Chicago

High cost of living

Income potential of the MGMA’s 75th%tile

Limited income potential due to oversaturation of market

• 54 miles to Chicago, IL
• 129 miles to Indianapolis, IN
• 133 miles to Milwaukee, WI
• 142 miles to Fort Wayne, IN

• There are 33 colleges within 50 miles of Kankakee.
• Kankakee Community College prepares students to transfer to four-year colleges and enter the workforce. An accredited college, KCC awards associate degrees in various subjects.
• Some of the colleges not too far away include the University of Chicago, Indiana University Northwest, Benedictine University and Valparaiso University.

• The Kankakee River Valley is filled with endless outdoor adventure! Experience thrilling activities like championship fishing, horseback riding and scuba diving to more tranquil recreation such as bird-watching, hiking scenic river bluffs, or canoeing the peaceful waters of the Kankakee River.
• Grant Park has facilities and parks that host a variety of events, including the annual ""Driving the Dixie"" antique car run. Indoor and outdoor park rentals are available.
• Through the Bourbonnais Township Park District, one can explore the woods and prairie line the trails of Perry Farm Park that are perfect for biking, walking and inline skating. Explore the Native American Indian Caves and enjoy the petting zoo. Other facilities include Diamond Point Park, Exploration Station....a children's museum, Recreation Station and Willowhaven Park and Nature Center.
• Willowhaven Interpretive Center is a free hands-on nature center that focuses on Illinois wildlife, conservation and natural history with live animal displays, aquariums and exhibits.

• From fine vintage antiques to fun collectibles, jewelry and glassware, Kankakee County offers visitors a taste of Americana.
• From fresh organic produce to locally-raised meats to farm tours, Kankakee County offers farm fresh products.
• Shopping spots are destinations in themselves, you dont need any other reason to visit.
• Unique shopping experiences with one-of-kind or tailored finds.