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

Required Skills

Required Experience