Physician - Endocrinology

Deaconess Kentucky Specialty Clinic is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Endocrinologist to join a growing, outpatient-focused practice in Western Kentucky. This is a great opportunity for a physician looking to build a strong endocrine practice with the support of an established health system, collaborative referral network, and flexibility for work-life balance.

Opportunity Highlights

• Outpatient-focused endocrinology practice
• Employed position with Deaconess Kentucky Specialty Clinic
• Flexible schedule with potential 4-day work week
• Established referral base within Deaconess network
• APP support with supervision compensation
• Epic EMR across inpatient and outpatient settings
• Opportunity to help grow and shape the endocrinology service line
• Modern clinic space with state-of-the-art equipment

Compensation & Benefits

• Year 1 guaranteed base salary: $325,000
• Opportunity to earn additional compensation through a productivity-based wRVU model
• 2.5% quality bonus opportunity
• Sign-on bonus $50,000 with 5 yr contract
• Relocation assistance: up to $15,000
• 5-year contract with automatic annual renewal
• Comprehensive benefits package

• 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans

• Five weeks of vacation

• One week CME with professional allowance up to

• Six paid holidays

• 5 CME days + $3,500 annual stipend
• $1,500 annual CME technology allowance
• $60/month cell phone stipend
• Malpractice insurance provided, Licensing, DEA, and board fees covered
• J-1 Accepted

Practice Details

The incoming physician will:

• Evaluate and manage patients with acute and chronic endocrine disorders
• Collaborate with APPs, primary care physicians, and specialists
• Participate in quality initiatives and department goals
• Provide high-quality, compassionate, patient-centered care

Call expectations are flexible and to be discussed based on the coverage model.

Why Western Kentucky?

Enjoy the benefits of practicing in a welcoming community with a lower cost of living, easy access to larger metro areas, and a strong quality of life. This is an ideal setting for physicians seeking a rewarding career with a healthy work-life balance.

Why Join Deaconess:
Join a growing pain management program with strong leadership and APP support. This role offers high earning potential, excellent work-life balance, and the ability to build a sustainable practice within a respected health system.

Live Where You Want

Enjoy the freedom to choose your lifestyle with the option to live in Hopkinsville, Clarksville, Nashville, or nearby communities. Hopkinsville offers a diverse, welcoming environment with strong public and private school options and a cost of living approximately 25% below the national average, allowing for an exceptional quality of life.

Physicians are just 45 minutes from Land Between the Lakes, ideal for hiking, boating, fishing, hunting, camping, and year-round outdoor recreation, and one hour from Nashville, TN and Nashville International Airport, providing easy access to concerts, professional sports, dining, festivals, and premier shopping.

Contact

Shannon Clements
Senior Physician Recruiter
? 270-952-1116
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