Deaconess Health System

Outpatient Endocrinology Opportunity| Jennie Stuart, Hopkinsville, KY|J-1 Accepted |1 Hour from Nashville, TN

Deaconess Health System  •  $50k/yr  •  Hopkinsville, KY (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

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
✉️Shannon.Clements@deaconess.com

Deaconess Health System

About Deaconess Health System

Deaconess Health System is the premiere provider of health care services to a population of more than 1.5 million in southwestern Indiana, western Kentucky and southeastern Illinois.  Serving a population of more than 1.5 million residents, the system consists of 20 wholly owned, joint ventured, sponsored or affiliated hospital locations situated throughout the Tri-State. 

Deaconess Health System is the largest employer in the tri-state region, and operates under the direction of a local board, with a local focus. Deaconess is widely recognized for its commitment to excellence. Named the #2 Hospital in Indiana by US News & World Report for the past six years, Deaconess was also named to the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers in 2022 and 2023, 2024 and 2025.

As our organization continues to grow and expand, we welcome skilled, dedicated and compassionate individuals to join us in delivering The Deaconess Difference: putting people at the center of everything we do, making a positive difference in the lives of our patients, families, employees and community.

Browse our site to learn more about our convenient locations, expert services, community involvement, and much more. 

Our commitment to progressive, patient-centered care guides our work every day as our priorities are set and decisions are made with a local focus and direction.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Evansville, IN
Year Founded
1892
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