Our goal is to ensure another century of excellent healthcare by maintaining
a high quality medical staff. If you represent the values and tradition
of Horizon Health, find out more information about employment in the links below.
10 reasons to work here
1. The support you need
At Horizon Health, we provide the support you need to run a successful
practice. Through an autonomous partnership with our administrative team
and dedicated assistance from frontline staff, we respect and support
your ability to operate your practice in the way that best serves your patients.
2. Large income potential, great benefits
Horizon Health has a competitive compensation package. Generous benefits
include: health, dental, vision, saving/retirement plan, vacation, CME,
potential relocation assistance, and temporary housing. Our rural designation
and strong supporting foundation ensure our financial stability.
3. Community need
Edgar County, Horizon Health's primary service area, is a Health Professional
Shortage Area (HPSA) as designated by the federal government. As a new
physician, the volumes exist for you to foster a successful practice.
There are also physician opportunities outside Horizon Health, including
community organizations, nursing homes, and the local health department.
We are one of the most attractive employers in Edgar County based on salary
and benefits, which helps keep the local economy thriving.
4. Rich, 50-year history
Horizon Health is proud to be a part of the strong healthcare reputation
in Paris. For more than 50 years, our hospital and medical clinics have
provided excellent healthcare for the community, and we look to continue
that tradition for years to come.
5. Quiet but close
With a population of 8,291 (US Census: 2020), Paris is a quiet and charming
community located on the eastern side of Illinois. Paris features lakes,
parks, golf courses, hunting, fishing, and historical sites, including
a museum, arts center, and library. Paris is conveniently close to Chicago,
St. Louis, Indianapolis, Springfield, and Champaign, for when you need
a big-city getaway.
6. Spousal opportunities
While Horizon Health is a wonderful opportunity for you as a physician,
the Paris community is an excellent environment for your family as well.
There are numerous employment options available in manufacturing, education,
finance, agriculture, and more. Paris also features churches, civic organizations,
common interest clubs, and children’s activity programs. There are
two public school districts in Paris with a new high school, a Lutheran
daycare and preschool program, and a Christian school grades preschool
through fifth.
7. Hospital/clinic medical campus
Horizon Health’s primary medical campus includes Paris Community
Hospital, Paris Clinic, and the Acklin-Shackelford Clinic (visiting specialty
clinic), all under one roof. This provides convenience for physicians
and patients in terms of clinic visits, ancillary testing, surgery preregistration, and more.
8. Higher education nearby
There are many higher education opportunities near Paris if you, your spouse,
or children are seeking college, university, or trade school education.
These opportunities include:
Eastern Illinois University – Charleston, IL
Danville Area Community College – Danville, IL
Illinois State University – Bloomington, IL
Lake Land College – Mattoon, IL
Ivy Tech Community College – Terre Haute, IN
Parkland College – Champaign, IL
University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign, IL
Indiana University – Bloomington, IN
Indiana State University – Terre Haute, IN.
Rose Hulman Institute of Technology – Terre Haute, IN
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College – Terre Haute, IN
9. New, modern facility
Horizon Health has experienced tremendous growth over the past several
years. We have invested in new physical space at our main campus in Paris,
and have added new off-site locations and services.
An addition to the Paris Clinic was completed in 2022, which provides additional
space for
family practice providers and
behavioral health services. The current clinic will continue to house practices of the specialty
providers.
A new rehabilitation services building was constructed in 2019. The Life
Center building opened in 2020 and houses Senior Care, our outpatient
geriatric psychology program, and the Human Resources Center of Edgar
& Clark Counties.
We recently added specialty clinics in neighboring communities, including
orthopedics and pain clinics in Terre Haute, Indiana. A new dialysis center
opened on the hospital campus in 2023.
Lisa Cook Physician and Provider Relations Director
Horizon Health
721 East Court Street
Paris, IL 61944
