Physician Careers - Indiana & Kentucky

Employed by Deaconess Hospital (full-time)
Competitive salary (productivity and shift-based model – ASA Relative Value Units)
Benefits:  Health/Dental Insurance, Malpractice Insurance, Disability Insurance, Defined Pension Plan, 401k, 457b & 457f plan (Deaconess contributes to 401k & 457f.  There is a traditional and Roth option for 401k with ability to perform in plan conversions.), CME (5 uncompensated days per CY + $3,500), Moving Allowance and much more
Time Off:  Equivalent in 8-hour days: 25 days of allowed time off.
Candidates will be board-certified or board-eligible by the American Board of Anesthesiology.  Minimum of 1 year of experience is preferred, but not required.
No OB anesthesia included (critical care anesthesia is minimal)
Current Staff:  18.5 Anesthesiologists and 19 CRNAs 
Average Daily Census:  Midtown 230 and Gateway 250
Surgical cases per year:  19,000
Columns/day:  35 columns between Midtown and Gateway
Hours:  Monday- Sunday
Call Coverage:  1:4 
Location:  Deaconess Hospital (Level II Trauma Center), Deaconess Gateway Hospital, The Heart Hospital (Surgery & GI Labs)
Electronic Medical Record (Epic) shared between the hospitals

1099 or Employed Option Available
Competitive Hourly Rate
 
Benefits for Employed Option:  Health/Dental Insurance, Malpractice Insurance, Disability Insurance, Defined Pension Plan, 401k, 457b & 457f plan (Deaconess contributes to 401k & 457f.  There is a traditional and Roth option for 401k with ability to perform in plan conversions.), CME (5 uncompensated days per CY + $3,500), Moving Allowance and much more
Equivalent in 8-hour days: 25 days of allowed time off.
IC Option: Responsible for malpractice insurance, monthly shift commitment required.
Current Staff:  17.5 Anesthesiologists and 23 CRNAs 
Locations:  Deaconess Hospital (Level II Trauma Center), Deaconess Gateway Hospital, Deaconess Henderson Hospital, The Heart Hospital (Surgery & GI Labs)
Electronic Medical Record (Epic) shared between the hospitals
No OB anesthesia included (critical care anesthesia is minimal)
Average Daily Census:  Midtown 230 and Gateway 250
Surgical cases per year:  19,000
Columns/day:  35 columns between all locations
Hours:  Monday- Sunday
Candidates will be board-certified or board-eligible by the American Board of Anesthesiology.  Minimum of 1 year of experience is preferred, but not required.
 

Deaconess Specialty Physicians seeks a BC/BE cardiologist to join a 25-physician and 20+-advanced practice provider cardiology and cardiovascular surgical group employed by Deaconess Health System, both regional leaders in care and treatment of cardiovascular disease.  Progressive program providing the regions FIRST structural heart program, including TAVR and Mitral Clip and other advanced interventional procedures.  The candidate must be a polished professional with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with superior bedside manner.  This position, located at Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado, IL, is full-time with no on-call responsibilities. PSLF eligible opportunity; J1 visa sponsorship available.  Fully implemented EMR (Epic) for inpatient and outpatient. As an employee of Deaconess Health System, you will enjoy a highly competitive compensation package (with bonus incentives) (income guarantee of $400K/yr. for first 3 years) and a comprehensive benefits package.
 
 

Deaconess Heart Group seeks a BC/BE cardiologist to join a 24-physician and 20-advanced practice provider cardiology and cardiovascular surgical group employed by Deaconess Health System, both regional leaders in care and treatment of cardiovascular disease.  Progressive program providing the regions FIRST structural heart program, including TAVR and Mitral Clip and other advanced interventional procedures.  The candidate must be polished professionals with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with superior bedside manner.  This position is full-time with call responsibilities.  As an employee of Deaconess Health System, you will enjoy a highly competitive compensation package (with bonus incentives) (income guarantee of $775K/yr.) and a comprehensive benefits package.

Deaconess Heart Group seeks a BC/BE cardiologist to join a 24-physician and 20-advanced practice provider cardiology and cardiovascular surgical group employed by Deaconess Health System, both regional leaders in care and treatment of cardiovascular disease.  Progressive practice with growth opportunities, including research. Strong physician-led governance structure. Clinically focused, with outpatient and inpatient expertise in management of CHF, VADs and pre/post-transplant patients. The candidate must be a polished professional with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with superior bedside manner.  The position is full-time with call responsibilities. As an employee of Deaconess Health System, you will enjoy a highly competitive compensation package with bonus incentives, first year income guarantee of $575K/yr., and a comprehensive benefits package.

Cardiologists, Henderson, KY, Evansville and Newburgh, IN. Mail resumes to M. Dexter, Deaconess Specialty Physicians, Inc., 600 Mary Street, Evansville, IN 47710.
 

Deaconess Hospital is seeking a BC/BE Emergency Medicine physician to join our growing team.  Opportunity to work in all (3) Emergency Departments: 25,000 approximate annual visits at Deaconess Henderson Hospital; 45,000 approximate annual visits at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, IN (Trauma Level II), and 50,000 approximate annual visits at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN.  Schedule:  Full-time status is (15) 9-hour shifts per month.  Various D/E/N shifts, with dedicated Nocturnists at all campuses.  Request based schedule model.  We have dedicated Hospitalist service for admissions and various specialists at each campus.  Shared EMR (Epic) system between clinics and hospitals.   As a full-time employee of Deaconess, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, in addition to a competitive salary plus incentives/bonus (sign-on bonus of $50K).

Deaconess Clinic, which is a multi-specialty clinic with 350+ providers at 50+ locations within the region, is seeking a full-time, BC/BE Endocrinologist to join our growing team at either our Evansville, IN or Henderson, KY location, with regional outreach opportunities available.  Work M-F, 4 ½ days/week, to include inpatient consults, outpatient follow-ups and consults.  Inpatient call coverage shared equally with colleagues (minimal night call).  J1 candidates are encouraged to apply as well for the Henderson location. Fully implemented EMR (EPIC) integrated with Deaconess Health System.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will enjoy a competitive salary with productivity incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.
 

Employed full-time by Deaconess Clinic.  Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible.  Work 4 to 4.5 days per week.  Practice can be 100% outpatient with inpatient coverage provided by the Deaconess Hospitalist Group or you may elect to see your own inpatients.  Minimal call duties which can be handled remotely and are dispersed among call group for outpatient care.  Utilize RN on call to triage patient calls during non-business hours. There may be additional call duties for those physicians who have inpatient responsibilities.

Competitive base annual salary (minimum salary guarantee for initial 18 months).  Long-term income very competitive and based on combination of productivity, quality bonus and stipend payments for the non-wRVU tasks associated with care of complex patients and Population Health Management.  Sign-on bonus included; and if eligible, student loan repayment and moving expenses.  Benefits of Deaconess Clinic include:  Medical, Dental & Vision Care insurance, Retirement Contribution (401k) (457b) as part of a defined benefit pension plan; 457f to which you can also contribute, five weeks of vacation, one week of CME + Professional Allowance of $3,500, 6 Holidays, Malpractice Insurance and much more.

Fully implemented EMR (Epic), integrated for inpatient and outpatient, including EPIC video visits for telemedicine.

Deaconess Health System (DHS) is the premier provider of health care services to 48 counties in three states (Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky); providing quality, compassionate care for more than 130 years. DHS is locally-governed, financially sustainable, independent, not-for-profit health system. We pride ourselves as a Physician-led organization with leadership engaged at all levels of the health system.
 
Deaconess Clinic is a multi-specialty clinic with 350+ providers in 50+ locations across the region.  Part of a dynamic successful Health System.  We are a regional referral center for 950,000 people.  Quality and patient centric care are the focus of our efforts.  The importance of physicians and working together with them is how we are able to excel in this.  Has progressed well with Population Health Management and aligned with multiple hospitals in the region for continued long-term success.  We are continuing to grow rapidly and are looking for physicians in multiple specialties if spouse or friend is also in medicine.

Evansville, Indiana. The office is on the Deaconess Midtown Hospital campus which has full lab & radiology services.  This hospital is close to the expressway and several shopping and dining options.  Cost of living is very affordable and there is a low crime rate.  The area also boasts multiple cultural opportunities and excellent schools.  Located approximately 2.5 hours from Nashville, Indianapolis and St. Louis.  Louisville, KY is about 1.5 hours away.  Learn more at https://www.visitevansville.com/.  Evansville Regional Airport has direct connections to 5 major hubs. 

 

Employed full-time by Deaconess Clinic.  Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible.  Work 4 to 4.5 days per week.  Practice can be 100% outpatient with inpatient coverage provided by the Deaconess Hospitalist Group or you may elect to see your own inpatients.  Minimal call duties which can be handled remotely and are dispersed among call group for outpatient care.  Utilize RN on call to triage patient calls during non-business hours. There may be additional call duties for those physicians who have inpatient responsibilities.

Competitive base annual salary (minimum salary guarantee for initial 18 months).  Long-term income very competitive and based on combination of productivity, quality bonus and stipend payments for the non-wRVU tasks associated with care of complex patients and Population Health Management.  Sign-on bonus included; and if eligible, student loan repayment and moving expenses.  Benefits of Deaconess Clinic include:  Medical, Dental & Vision Care insurance, Retirement Contribution (401k) (457b) as part of a defined benefit pension plan; 457f to which you can also contribute, five weeks of vacation, one week of CME + Professional Allowance of $3,500, 6 Holidays, Malpractice Insurance and much more.

Fully implemented EMR (Epic), integrated for inpatient and outpatient, including EPIC video visits for telemedicine.

Deaconess Health System (DHS) is the premier provider of health care services to 48 counties in three states (Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky); providing quality, compassionate care for more than 130 years. DHS is locally-governed, financially sustainable, independent, not-for-profit health system. We pride ourselves as a Physician-led organization with leadership engaged at all levels of the health system.
 
Deaconess Clinic is a multi-specialty clinic with 350+ providers in 50+ locations across the region.  Part of a dynamic successful Health System.  We are a regional referral center for 950,000 people.  Quality and patient centric care are the focus of our efforts.  The importance of physicians and working together with them is how we are able to excel in this.  Has progressed well with Population Health Management and aligned with multiple hospitals in the region for continued long-term success.  We are continuing to grow rapidly and are looking for physicians in multiple specialties if spouse or friend is also in medicine.

Boonville, Indiana is a rural community that is very close to Newburgh and Evansville, Indiana.  Join an established practice.  Great place if you want more rural practice, do procedures and be part of a community.  Can live in Boonville, Newburgh or Evansville, IN which would be a very short commute.  Cost of living is very affordable and there is low crime rate.  The area also boasts multiple cultural opportunities and excellent schools. Located approximately 2.5 hours from Nashville, Indianapolis, and St. Louis.  Louisville, KY is about 1.5 hours away.  Learn more at https://www.visitevansville.com/. Evansville Regional Airport has direct connections to 5 major hubs.

Employed full-time by Deaconess Clinic.  Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible.  Work 4 to 4.5 days per week.  Practice can be 100% outpatient with inpatient coverage provided by the Deaconess Hospitalist Group or you may elect to see your own inpatients.  Minimal call duties which can be handled remotely and are dispersed among call group for outpatient care.  Utilize RN on call to triage patient calls during non-business hours. There may be additional call duties for those physicians who have inpatient responsibilities.

Competitive base annual salary (minimum salary guarantee for initial 18 months).  Long-term income very competitive and based on combination of productivity, quality bonus and stipend payments for the non-wRVU tasks associated with care of complex patients and Population Health Management.  Sign-on bonus included; and if eligible, student loan repayment and moving expenses.  Benefits of Deaconess Clinic include:  Medical, Dental & Vision Care insurance, Retirement Contribution (401k) (457b) as part of a defined benefit pension plan; 457f to which you can also contribute, five weeks of vacation, one week of CME + Professional Allowance of $3,500, 6 Holidays, Malpractice Insurance and much more.

Fully implemented EMR (Epic), integrated for inpatient and outpatient, including EPIC video visits for telemedicine.

Deaconess Health System (DHS) is the premier provider of health care services to 48 counties in three states (Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky); providing quality, compassionate care for more than 130 years. DHS is locally-governed, financially sustainable, independent, not-for-profit health system. We pride ourselves as a Physician-led organization with leadership engaged at all levels of the health system.
 
Deaconess Clinic is a multi-specialty clinic with 350+ providers in 50+ locations across the region.  Part of a dynamic successful Health System.  We are a regional referral center for 950,000 people.  Quality and patient centric care are the focus of our efforts.  The importance of physicians and working together with them is how we are able to excel in this.  Has progressed well with Population Health Management and aligned with multiple hospitals in the region for continued long-term success.  We are continuing to grow rapidly and are looking for physicians in multiple specialties if spouse or friend is also in medicine.

The Morganfield office is a primary care practice located approximately 3 miles from the Deaconess Union County Hospital.  The practice is best described as a well-rounded primary care practice.  Phlebotomy and x-ray are on-site.  This is a Medically Underserved area and DC is a 403c not for profit which may lead to eligibility for some student loan assistance programs.  Also in the Delta Region and J-1 visa slots are available as well. 
 
Morganfield, KY is a great place to raise a family.  Great community and welcoming/warm people.  Great area for hunting, fishing and watersports.  Low cost of living and close proximity to Evansville, Indiana (40-45 minutes).  Louisville, Nashville and St. Louis all within a 2 ½-hour drive or less.  Indianapolis is within three hours.
 

Employed full-time by Deaconess Clinic.  Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible.  Work 4 to 4.5 days per week.  Practice can be 100% outpatient with inpatient coverage provided by the Deaconess Hospitalist Group or you may elect to see your own inpatients.  Minimal call duties which can be handled remotely and are dispersed among call group for outpatient care.  Utilize RN on call to triage patient calls during non-business hours. There may be additional call duties for those physicians who have inpatient responsibilities.

Competitive base annual salary (minimum salary guarantee for initial 18 months).  Long-term income very competitive and based on combination of productivity, quality bonus and stipend payments for the non-wRVU tasks associated with care of complex patients and Population Health Management.  Sign-on bonus included; and if eligible, student loan repayment and moving expenses.  Benefits of Deaconess Clinic include:  Medical, Dental & Vision Care insurance, Retirement Contribution (401k) (457b) as part of a defined benefit pension plan; 457f to which you can also contribute, five weeks of vacation, one week of CME + Professional Allowance of $3,500, 6 Holidays, Malpractice Insurance and much more.

Fully implemented EMR (Epic), integrated for inpatient and outpatient, including EPIC video visits for telemedicine.

Deaconess Health System (DHS) is the premier provider of health care services to 48 counties in three states (Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky); providing quality, compassionate care for more than 130 years. DHS is locally-governed, financially sustainable, independent, not-for-profit health system. We pride ourselves as a Physician-led organization with leadership engaged at all levels of the health system.
 
Deaconess Clinic is a multi-specialty clinic with 350+ providers in 50+ locations across the region.  Part of a dynamic successful Health System.  We are a regional referral center for 950,000 people.  Quality and patient centric care are the focus of our efforts.  The importance of physicians and working together with them is how we are able to excel in this.  Has progressed well with Population Health Management and aligned with multiple hospitals in the region for continued long-term success.  We are continuing to grow rapidly and are looking for physicians in multiple specialties if spouse or friend is also in medicine.

Evansville, Indiana.  Cost of living is very affordable and there is a low crime rate.  The area also boasts multiple cultural opportunities and excellent schools.  Located approximately 2.5 hours from Nashville, Indianapolis and St. Louis.  Louisville, KY is about 1.5 hours away. Learn more at https://www.visitevansville.com/.  Evansville Regional Airport has direct connections to 5 major hubs. 

Employed full-time by Deaconess Clinic.  Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible.  Work 4 to 4.5 days per week.  Practice can be 100% outpatient with inpatient coverage provided by the Deaconess Hospitalist Group or you may elect to see your own inpatients.  Minimal call duties which can be handled remotely and are dispersed among call group for outpatient care.  Utilize RN on call to triage patient calls during non-business hours. There may be additional call duties for those physicians who have inpatient responsibilities.

Competitive base annual salary (minimum salary guarantee for initial 18 months).  Long-term income very competitive and based on combination of productivity, quality bonus and stipend payments for the non-wRVU tasks associated with care of complex patients and Population Health Management.  Sign-on bonus included; and if eligible, student loan repayment and moving expenses.  Benefits of Deaconess Clinic include:  Medical, Dental & Vision Care insurance, Retirement Contribution (401k) (457b) as part of a defined benefit pension plan; 457f to which you can also contribute, five weeks of vacation, one week of CME + Professional Allowance of $3,500, 6 Holidays, Malpractice Insurance and much more.

Fully implemented EMR (Epic), integrated for inpatient and outpatient, including EPIC video visits for telemedicine.

Deaconess Health System (DHS) is the premier provider of health care services to 48 counties in three states (Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky); providing quality, compassionate care for more than 130 years. DHS is locally-governed, financially sustainable, independent, not-for-profit health system. We pride ourselves as a Physician-led organization with leadership engaged at all levels of the health system.
 
Deaconess Clinic is a multi-specialty clinic with 350+ providers in 50+ locations across the region.  Part of a dynamic successful Health System.  We are a regional referral center for 950,000 people.  Quality and patient centric care are the focus of our efforts.  The importance of physicians and working together with them is how we are able to excel in this.  Has progressed well with Population Health Management and aligned with multiple hospitals in the region for continued long-term success.  We are continuing to grow rapidly and are looking for physicians in multiple specialties if spouse or friend is also in medicine.

Princeton, Indiana. Cost of living is very affordable and there is a low crime rate.  Located approximately 2.5 hours from Nashville, Indianapolis and St. Louis.  Louisville, KY is about 1.5 hours away.  Learn more at https://www.visitevansville.com/.  Evansville Regional Airport has direct connections to 5 major hubs. 

Deaconess Clinic, which consists of 350+ primary and specialty care physicians in 50+ convenient locations, is seeking a BC/BE Gastroenterologist to join its growing team.  The primary location will be at Deaconess Henderson Hospital (KY), with some rotation to Evansville, IN. This is a full-time inpatient/outpatient position (80% outpatient and 20% inpatient). Call is 1:4 weekend coverage with your addition; great support staff with Advanced Practice Providers who can assist with efficiency in inpatient and outpatient work, as well as call coverage.  New GI Center of Excellence opened in May 2022. J1 visa sponsorship available.  EMR is Epic and is a shared system between all Deaconess clinics and hospitals. As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will experience a competitive compensation package, including a $750,000 salary guaranteed for first 12 months plus call pay. Quality bonus up to 2.5% on guarantee then 5% plus and additional Value-Based Program bonus.  Competitive productivity based compensation model and guarantee is a floor.  Our doctors have easily exceeded their guarantee.  Sign-on bonus included ($36K).

 

Deaconess Clinic, which consists of 350+ primary care and specialty providers in 50+ convenient locations, is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Gastroenterologist (boarded by the American Board of Pediatrics; Pediatric Gastroenterology) to join its growing team.  This is a full-time position, primarily outpatient practice with mix of clinic and procedural care.  Support from Pediatric Intensivist team is readily available for efficient scheduling of procedures.  Hospital Coverage:  ER call 1:4 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital for pediatric gastroenterology.  Esophageal foreign bodies are one of the most common procedural needs.  EMR is Epic and is a shared system between all Deaconess clinics and hospitals.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will experience a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
 

• Employed by Deaconess Clinic working in Newburgh/Evansville, IN.
• Candidates should be BC/BE in Gastroenterology
• $750,000 salary guaranteed for first 12 months.  Competitive productivity based compensation model plus call pay and guarantee is a floor.  Our doctors have easily exceeded their guarantee into the 90th percentile and above. Sign -on bonus included (36k).
• Additional quality bonus up to 2.5% on guarantee then 5% plus and additional Value-Based bonus.
• Benefits of Deaconess Clinic include:  Medical & Dental insurance, (401k) (457b) and (457f), Five weeks of vacation, One week of CME + Professional Allowance, Six Holidays, Malpractice Insurance, Moving Allowance and much more
• Fully implemented EMR (Epic) for Inpatient and Outpatient
• Practice is 80% outpatient, 20% inpatient as team is supported by GI Hospitalist
• Call Coverage:  1:7 weekend coverage with your addition; GI Hospitalist assists with inpatient coverage. Average 2-33 weekday calls per month.
• Great support staff with Advanced Practice Providers who can assist with efficiency in inpatient and outpatient work as well as call coverage.
• Extremely efficient endoscopy lab with state of the art equipment.
• New GI Center of Excellence at the Gateway Campus, opened in May 2022

 
Full-time position at 40 hours per week.  This is an inpatient and outpatient practice. 
 
Deaconess Clinic is a multi-specialty group practice that is a part of the largest independent not-for-profit Deaconess Health System.  We have ambulatory sites located in Evansville and surrounding communities in southern Indiana, southern Illinois and western Kentucky.  Together, our combined expertise of 350+ Deaconess Clinic physicians and medical professionals we provide access to more technology and locations within a unified health system with a greater choice in health care than anyone else in the region.
 
With our large primary care physician base and referral area, opportunity to build successful practice quickly.  Motivated, hard-working candidate can earn income well above national mean.  Well integrated, respected colleagues and system with focus on quality provides a great work environment which one can be proud of. 

• Evansville is a strong community with very robust local economy and high performing schools.  Great area for hunting, fishing, watersports, and families.  Low cost of living and close proximity to other large cities: Louisville, Nashville and St. Louis all within 2½-hour drive or less. 
• Evansville Regional Airport with direct connections to 5 major hubs: Detroit, Charlotte, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas. 

 
 

Deaconess Clinic, which consist of 350+ primary and specialty care physicians in 50+ convenient location, is currently seeking a BC/BE Fellowship-trained Geriatrician to join our busy multi-specialty group practice.  The practice includes outpatient and nursing homes.  Inpatient is not required, but is optional.  Join 3 experienced Geriatric physicians and 4 Nurse Practitioners who see patients in the office and local nursing homes.  Weekend call coverage is 1:5.  Fully implemented EMR (EPIC), integrated for inpatient and outpatient.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will experience a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
 

Deaconess Clinic is searching for a BC/BE candidate for an established Hematology/Oncology practice located at Chancellor Center for Oncology.  This is an inpatient and outpatient practice, majority of time spent in outpatient practice assisted by advance practice nurses in hospital, office, and infusion center. This is a full-time position with 1:5 call coverage.  Our oncologists are Certified MD Anderson Cancer Network® Physicians and the candidate will have the opportunity to be so as well.  The Deaconess Oncology physicians are the only MD Anderson Cancer Network® Certified Physicians in the area.  Fully implemented EMR (EPIC) integrated with Deaconess Health System.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will enjoy a competitive salary with productivity incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.

Program Description
Deaconess Cancer Services is the region’s most comprehensive cancer program, delivering complete, compassionate care through diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.  As a certified member of the MD Anderson Cancer Network®, our certified MD Anderson Cancer Network physicians have access to cancer research, clinical trials, evidence-based guidelines and treatment plans developed by MD Anderson experts.  Our certified cancer specialists also have access to innovative therapies and can consult directly with their counterparts at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.  Our affiliation combines the best of what we provide locally with the world-renowned expertise of MD Anderson.
 

Deaconess Hospital offers a one-year fellowship in hospitalist medicine. Ideal candidates are family physicians who wish to further their knowledge of inpatient medicine and procedural skills needed to care for acutely ill inpatients, and internists who have been away from inpatient medicine and wish to refresh their knowledge and skills. Deaconess incorporates didactic lectures with supervised patient care consistent with the guidelines recommended by the Society of Hospital Medicine. As a tertiary regional referral center serving nearly 900,000 people in three states, Deaconess offers a diverse exposure to pathology and severity of illness. Primary teaching and supervision is provided by the Deaconess Care Group, Deaconess’ 22 physician hospitalist group which covers our two state-of-the-art acute care hospitals and specialty heart hospital 24/7/365. Our open ICU model offers ample experience in critical care and the hospitalist service offers a nice balance of primary admitting and consultative roles. Administratively, the fellowship is associated with our family medicine residency which supports 18 residents in our three-year training program. Resident and medical student supervision and teaching is incorporated into fellowship responsibilities to maximize the learning environment of our teaching hospital. One-on-one rotations with highly skilled and engaged specialists like pulmonary/critical care, nephrology, cardiology, infectious disease and others is a major strength of our fellowship program. Employment opportunities exist with our hospitalist group for successful candidates and compensation is competitive with other PGY 4 fellowships.

  Location: Deaconess Hospital & Deaconess Gateway Hospital
 

• There are a total of 53+ employed Hospitalists in the group
• There is 1 Advanced Practice Provider (APP)
• Program was started approximately 23 years ago
• Shift hours vary, but typically are 8, 10 or 12 hours
• 180 shifts/year (full-time), flexible staffing
• Average # of patients to round per shift/physician:
  • Midtown: 16-19 patients
  • Gateway: 14-17 patients 
  • Two Nocturnists per night work at each campus
• Average # of admissions per day at the Midtown campus:  mid-20s
• Average # of admissions per day at the Gateway campus:  mid-40s
• Referral base includes ED visits, direct admissions, and regional transfers
• Robust subspecialty support
• Procedures not required
• Sign-on bonus
• Residency Stipend or Student Loan assistance available
• Competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package

Deaconess Clinic, which is a multi-specialty clinic with 350+ providers at 50+ locations within the region, is seeking a full-time, BC/BE Infectious Disease physician to serve both inpatient and outpatient needs. Join an employed group of three ID physicians. Call coverage is 1:4. Fully implemented EMR (Epic) integrated with Deaconess Health System.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will enjoy a competitive salary with productivity incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Employed by Deaconess Clinic (Full-Time)
• Guaranteed annual salary of $240,000 for first 18 months, eligible for productivity bonus.  Compensation model is a productivity model and incorporates incentives for taking care of complex patients and quality.
• Benefits of Deaconess Clinic include:  Medical & Dental insurance, Defined Benefit Pension Plan and (401k) (457b), Five weeks of vacation, One week of CME + Professional Allowance, Six Holidays, Malpractice Insurance, Moving Allowance and much more
• Fully implemented EMR (Epic) for Inpatient and Outpatient
• Candidates should be BC/BE by the American Board of Internal Medicine
• Call Coverage:  Varies based on location.  No more than every 3 nights.  Option to do just outpatient or outpatient/inpatient.

Full-time position at 40 hours per week (36 hours of patient contact time).
 
The Tri-State area is a great place to live.  Low cost of living, great schools, competitive compensation, and easy going Midwestern area.  Has a good deal of diversity as well and easily accessible to major metropolitan areas by car or from the regional airport. 

The Neonatologist is responsible for the management of complex illnesses or problems requiring a high level of experience and competence in intensive care of newborns, including ventilation care and advanced life support. This position’s responsibilities, includes but is not limited to, newborn medical care and consultation, newborns presenting to Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), consultations for newborns in any area of the Hospital or Deaconess Health System as needed and in addition to serving as an on-call resource for consultation for nursing personnel, local physicians, or physicians from referring hospitals and administration.
 
The NICU Physician must be a graduate of an accredited school of medicine with completion of an approved Residency; maintain a medical license in the State of Indiana; be a credentialed member of Deaconess Medical Staff; Board certified in Pediatrics and Neonatology; and maintain BLS, NRP certification.

Deaconess Clinic is seeking a full-time Nephrologist to join our team in Evansville, IN.  Deaconess Clinic consists of 350+ providers at 50+ locations within the region. The candidate must be Board Certified/Board Eligible in Nephrology.  This position is for inpatient/outpatient Nephrology services, joining a very busy group of four Nephrologists who cover two acute care hospitals.  Outpatient practice accepts consults from the region, not just from Deaconess Clinic.  They cover two rehabilitation hospitals along with home and in-center dialysis services in 12 units across the tristate region.  They have assistance from an Advanced Practice Provider.  Shared EMR (Epic) system between clinics and hospitals.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will experience a competitive base annual salary of $350,000 which is guaranteed for 12 months, along with a comprehensive benefits package.  The average physician makes well above the national average.  Sign-on bonus ($36K) is also available.

 

Deaconess Clinic is seeking a full-time Neurologist to join our team in Newburgh, Indiana.  Deaconess Clinic consists of 400+ providers at 60+ locations within the region.  Main practice will be at our Deaconess Gateway outpatient clinic in Newburgh, IN.  The candidate must be Board Certified/Board Eligible in Neurology.  Schedule:  Monday-Friday (36 hours/week of patient care).  Primary duties will be outpatient clinic with minimal inpatient consultation support.  Outpatient call only shared equally by outpatient neurology team.  Inpatient neurology covered by Neuro-Hospitalists. APP support present.  Prefer candidates to have additional subspecialty training such as Movement Disorders, MS and Epilepsy, but not required.  Shared EMR (Epic) system between clinics and hospitals.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will experience a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
 

Deaconess Clinic, which consists of 350+ primary care and specialty providers in 50+ convenient locations, is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Neurologist (boarded by the American Board of Pediatrics; Pediatric Neurology) to join its growing team.  This is a full-time position, inpatient/outpatient practice.  The practice is primarily outpatient with a mix of clinic and procedural care.  Support from Pediatric Intensivist team is readily available for efficient scheduling of procedures.  Hospital Coverage:  ER call 1:4 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital for pediatric neurology. EMR is Epic and is a shared system between all Deaconess clinics and hospitals.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will experience a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Salary guaranteed at $300,000 for first 2 years with potential for more.
 

Location: Deaconess Hospital & Deaconess Gateway Hospital
 

• There are a total of 53+ employed Hospitalists in the group
• There is 1 Advanced Practice Provider (APP)
• Program was started approximately 23 years ago
• Shifts are 12 hours in length
• Swing Shift available (1p – 1a) for admissions
• 144 shifts/year (full-time), 12 shifts per month, with flexible scheduling
• Average # of admissions per night:
  • Midtown: 8-12 patients each, plus cross-coverage/codes
  • Gateway: 10-12 patients each, plus cross-coverage/codes 
  • Two Nocturnists per night at each campus; 8p-8a
• Referral base includes ED visits, direct admissions, and regional transfers
• Robust subspecialty support
• Procedures not required
• Sign-on bonus
• Residency Stipend or Student Loan assistance available
• Competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package

Deaconess Clinic, which is a multi-specialty clinic with 350+ providers at 50+ locations within the region, is seeking a full-time, BC/BE OB/GYN to join our growing team at our Henderson, KY location.  This full-time position will include an inpatient and outpatient practice.  Call coverage is 1:3 weekend coverage with your addition.  Great support staff in inpatient OB unit at Deaconess Henderson Hospital.  J1 visa sponsorship is available for this opportunity.  Fully implemented EMR (EPIC) integrated with Deaconess Health System.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will enjoy a competitive salary with productivity incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.
 

Deaconess Health System is seeking a full-time Obstetrics & Gynecology physician to join the Family Medicine Residency Program as an Assistant Director. We are looking for an Obstetrics & Gynecology physician to join 7 Family Physician faculty members. Physician will provide high-risk obstetrical care, gynecologic consults, surgical care, and labor management in consultation with Family Medicine Residents and Attending Physicians. Position is approximately three half-days of clinic practice with other time decided for surgery, labor management, and teaching Family Medicine Residents. The individual must also have strong teaching & leadership skills. Maternity care call is 1 night weekly and every 4th weekend on average. 250-300 deliveries per year. Eight (8) residents per year within the program for a total of 24. As a full-time employee of Deaconess, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, in addition to a competitive salary plus incentives/bonus.
 

Deaconess Clinic, which consists of 350+ primary care and specialty providers in 50+ convenient locations, is seeking a BC/BE Orthopedics or Plastics Hand Surgeon (candidates should be boarded in Orthopedics Hand Surgery or Plastics Hand Surgery) to join its growing team.  This is a full-time position, outpatient/inpatient practice.  Call Coverage: 1:4 for hand call only at Deaconess Gateway and Deaconess Midtown (Trauma Level II) Hospitals. You will have an opportunity to invest in the Evansville Surgery Center, a joint venture with Deaconess and community surgeons.  EMR is Epic and is a shared system between all Deaconess clinics and hospitals.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will experience a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Salary guaranteed at $625,000 for first year with potential to produce and earn above guarantee.

 

Deaconess Clinic is seeking a BC/BE Otolaryngologist to join our growing team.  This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week.  Includes an inpatient and outpatient practice, as well as providing trauma call coverage to Deaconess hospitals.  Call coverage is 1:7 (joining established group of six).  Prefer candidates to have fellowship training in Head & Neck Oncology, but not required. Teaching opportunities available at IU Medical School Evansville.  You will have an opportunity to invest in the Evansville Surgery Center, a joint venture with Deaconess and community surgeons.  Fully implemented Epic electronic medical record for inpatient and outpatient.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will experience a competitive salary ($525K base salary guaranteed for first 12 months, plus a sign on bonus, some of which can be structured as a stipend while training) and a comprehensive benefits package.

 

Deaconess Clinic is seeking a part-time BC/BE Pediatric Hospitalist to join our growing team.  This position will work 7/8 days/month (flexible schedule).  Shifts are 24 hours.  Physician is expected to be available for admissions while working, but physician’s presence on-site is not required for the entire 24-hour shift (8 hours minimum on-site).  There is an opportunity for teaching with Deaconess Family Medicine Residents or Indiana University Medical Students. Call schedule is every 3^rd weekend.   Physician will supervise on-site 12-hour shifts of APP support with teaching and training.  Physician also cover the newborn nursery and take a rotation of not on staff baby coverage for physicians or pediatricians who don’t see their inpatient newborns.  Shared EMR (Epic) system between clinics and hospitals.   As a part-time employee of Deaconess, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, in addition to a competitive salary plus incentives/bonus.  Sign-on bonus included and possibility for student loan repayment if applicable.
 

Deaconess Clinic is seeking a DSS (supplemental) BC/BE Pediatric Hospitalist.  This position will work on a as needed basis with a flexible schedule.  Shifts are 24 hours.  Physician is expected to be available for admissions while working, but physician’s presence on-site is not required for the entire 24-hour shift (8 hours minimum on-site).  There is an opportunity for teaching with Deaconess Family Medicine Residents or Indiana University Medical Students. Call schedule is every 3^rd weekend, if you are scheduled to work during this time.   Physician will supervise on-site 12-hour shifts of APP support with teaching and training.  Physician also cover the newborn nursery and take a rotation of not on staff baby coverage for physicians or pediatricians who don’t see their inpatient newborns.  Shared EMR (Epic) system between clinics and hospitals.   As an employee of Deaconess, you will enjoy a competitive compensation package with shift base rate and quality bonus. 
 

The Opportunity
Deaconess Health System in Evansville, Indiana will be adding to our growing team of Physician Advisors.  The health system encompasses 9 hospitals, the Deaconess Clinic, a fully integrated multispecialty group, as well as multiple care sites and partnerships with other community health care providers.  With 6,500+ employees, total of 778 licensed beds and $1 billion in operating revenues, Deaconess has become the premier provider of health care services to three states and 26 counties. 
The Physician Advisor (PA) conducts clinical reviews on cases referred by case management staff and/or other health care professionals to meet regulatory requirements and in accordance with the Deaconess Health System (DHS) objectives for assuring quality patient care and effective, efficient utilization of health care services.  The PA meets with case management and health care team members to discuss selected cases and suggest care alternatives, interacting with medical staff members and medical directors of third party payers to discuss the needs of patients and alternative levels of care.  Will additionally round on the Observation Units each morning with Hospitalists, NP’s and Nursing Team PA acts as a consultant to and resource for attending physicians regarding their decisions relative to appropriateness of hospitalizations, continued stay and resource usage  The PA further acts a resource for the medical staff regarding federal and state utilization and quality regulations.
Responsibilities
Acute Inpatient/Case Management Functions

• Reviews medical records of patients identified by case managers or as requested by the healthcare team:
  • Assist with level of care and length of stay management
  • Assist with the denial management process
  • Review and suggest improvements related to resource and service management
  • Assist staff with clinical review of patients
  • Determine if professionally recognized standards of quality care are met
• Provides feedback to attending and consulting physicians regarding above. Recommends next steps in coordination of care and evidence based medicine indicators
• Support UR staff and floor case managers in issue resolution.  Acts as a liaison between UR/Case Management and providers to collaborate on appropriate plans of care
• Supports the peer review process
• Identify conflicts of interest in reviewing patient records and assign a reviewing physician as appropriate
• Acts as a liaison with payers to facilitate approvals and prevent denials or carved out days when appropriate
• Participates in the review of long stay patients with case management and the multidisciplinary team. Participates in patient rounds as needed.
• Provides guidance to ED Physicians and case management regarding issues and alternatives to acute care when not warranted
• Works with case management and the interdisciplinary team to ensure appropriate continuity of care and reduce readmissions
• Participates with review of mortality cases for Risk of Mortality and Severity of Illness criteria.
• Participates in clinical documentation improvement initiatives and physician staff education.

The Organization
Deaconess was founded in 1892 by a group of Protestant ministers and laymen who felt called to care for the sick.  More than 125 years later, Deaconess Health System has become the premier provider of health care services to a 26-county, tri-state area in southwestern Indiana, western Kentucky and southeastern Illinois.  The system is comprised of nine hospitals located on four campuses in Southern Indiana.
Requirements
Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from an approved College of Medicine/Osteopathy.
5 years’ experience as a physician.
Administrative experience on Medical Staff and Hospital Committees or administrative roles, preferred.
Experience as a Physician Advisor in the acute care setting and/or the payer environment, preferred.
Education and experience in the areas of medical management, outcomes management, and quality improvement/patient safety, preferred.
Working knowledge of admission and discharge criteria such as InterQual and Milliman, along with a solid foundation in MS-DRG, APR, DRG, AP-DRG systems and ICD-10-CM are preferred.
Board Certified/Eligible physician licensed for the practice of medicine in the State of Indiana and Kentucky.
Certification by American Board of Quality Assurance & Utilization Review Physicians (ABQAURP), preferred.
 
How to apply
 
Please email CV to Bob Scheller, Human Resources Advisor bob.scheller@deaconess.com
600 Mary St. Evansville, IN 47747, 812-450-2362
 
 
 

Deaconess Cross Pointe, a fully accredited 58-bed inpatient facility, is seeking a BC/BE C&A Psychiatrist to join its growing team.  This is a full-time, inpatient position, with a typical 8-hour day (8:30 am-5:00 pm; Monday through Friday).   This position will be a member of DCP Medical Staff Leadership which meets bi-weekly to review monthly schedule, in addition to clinical and program issues.  Average daily census on the Adult Unit is 26, and the Youth Unit is 12. Youth psychiatric Medical Director role available for an additional stipend.  Share on-call responsibility with other psychiatrists.  After hours on-call generally occurs once a week (5pm-8am) and triages intake calls, provides disposition and admission orders.  1:10 for weekend on-call with responsibility to triage intake calls and round on inpatients on Saturday and Sunday.  An Advanced Practice Nurse works every Saturday and Sunday with the psychiatrist.  EMR is Epic and is a shared system between all Deaconess clinics and hospitals.  As an employee of Deaconess Cross Pointe, you will experience a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Deaconess Clinic is currently seeking BC/BE Rheumatologists to join our multi-specialty clinics in Evansville, IN and Henderson, KY.  Deaconess Clinic is a group of 350+ providers at 50+ locations within the region.  Work Monday-Thursday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm and Friday, 8:00 am-12:00 pm with opportunity for flexibility in days/hours.  Full time physicians have 36 hours per week of patient contact time and 4 hours per week of administrative time.  Call Coverage:  Hospital call consists of 1:4 phone call coverage only.  J1 candidates are encouraged to apply as well for the Henderson location.  Fully implemented EMR (EPIC) integrated with Deaconess Health System.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Deaconess Hospital is seeking a Full-Time BC/BE Sleep Medicine physician to join our growing team of 5 physicians and 5 NPs.  This position will primarily work at our Henderson, KY location (2 exam rooms and 4 overnight testing rooms) and will potentially rotate to Evansville, IN on a limited basis.  Schedule:  Monday-Friday (8:00am - 5:00pm).  Physician will provide outpatient care, averaging 18-20 patients/day.  Limited call for medical advice.  Candidates will be required to obtain KY & IN medical licenses. Preference given to Pulmonologists. Shared EMR (Epic) system between clinics and hospitals.   As a full-time employee of Deaconess, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, in addition to a competitive salary plus incentives/bonus (sign-on bonus of $36K).
 

Deaconess Clinic is currently seeking a full-time board certified or board eligible Urologist to join our team.  Deaconess Clinic is a group of 350+ providers at 50+ locations within the region.  Weekday call coverage is 1:6 and weekend coverage is 1:7.  Fully implemented EMR (EPIC) shared with clinics and hospitals.  Large referral base of over 130 primary care providers in the medical group.  APP support 24/7 in addition to scribe support.  Opportunity to invest in ambulatory surgery center.  As an employee of Deaconess Clinic, you will enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package ($775K salary guarantee for initial 12 months, plus productivity bonus based on wRVUs; after initial guarantee, productivity based – wRVUs with proven ability to earn greater than $1 million annually.