Physician - Bariatric Medicine

Deaconess Health System | Evansville & Surrounding Communities | Midwest Living at Its Best

Are you passionate about transforming lives through bariatric medicineboth surgical and non-surgicaland ready to join a nationally recognized health system that values collaboration, innovation, and compassionate care?

Deaconess Health System
, the regions largest and most integrated healthcare network, is actively recruiting a full-time Bariatric Medicine Physician to join our dynamic and multidisciplinary weight loss team in Evansville, Indiana
, and provide outreach support to surrounding communities. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a growing, accredited program that blends cutting-edge clinical care with the deeply rewarding work of helping patients achieve life-changing results.

• Partner closely with a dedicated bariatric team in Evansville, including a bariatrician, surgeon, PA, dietitians, nurses, exercise specialists, and more.
• Deliver high-quality care for patients pursuing medical weight loss and surgical bariatric solutions
  .
• Provide support and build services at outlying Deaconess hospitals (2-3 days/week), expanding access to comprehensive bariatric care in rural communities.
• Work primarily in an outpatient clinic setting with flexible scheduling.
• Participate in research, teaching, and leadership opportunities if desired.

• Guaranteed first-year salary of $210,000
  , plus productivity and quality bonuses
  with long-term earning potential that reflects your success.
• Full-time schedule (40 hours/week; clinical workweek is considered 36 hours).
• Robust benefits package:
  • Medical/dental/vision insurance
  • 5 weeks vacation + 1 CME week
  • CME allowance and 6 paid holidays
  • Retirement plans: pretax/post-tax 401(k), 457(b), generous employer contributions
  • Malpractice coverage
  • Sign-on bonus & relocation assistance
• Integrated Epic EMR system across all inpatient/outpatient settings
• Accredited by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP)
• Advanced Practice Provider support on-site
• Optional engagement in medical education (IU School of Medicine - Evansville)

Your primary base will be at our state-of-the-art outpatient clinic in Newburgh, Indiana
, a charming riverfront community in the Evansville metropolitan area. Newburgh blends small-town warmth with easy access to Evansvilles urban amenities.

• Evansville, the third-largest city in Indiana
  , is a thriving regional hub in the Tri-State area (IN/KY/IL).
• Enjoy affordable living
  , highly rated schools, and a welcoming family-friendly atmosphere.
• Outdoor enthusiasts will find no shortage of activities boating, fishing, hiking, hunting, and scenic riverfront parks.
• Culturally rich with performing arts centers, historic landmarks, and a vibrant downtown scene.
• Travel made easy: direct flights to major cities from Evansville Regional Airport.
• Ideally located: ~2 hours from Nashville, Louisville, St. Louis, and Indianapolis.

At Deaconess, were not just offering you a jobwere inviting you to join a mission-driven team thats shaping the future of healthcare in the Midwest. With more than 1,000 providers across 50+ specialties, Deaconess is consistently ranked as a top provider in the region and is the preferred healthcare system for patients across Southwestern Indiana, Western Kentucky, and Southern Illinois.

If you’re driven by purpose, grounded in compassion, and ready for a fulfilling career in a community that truly feels like home, we want to hear from you.

Michelle Dexter

Manager, Provider Recruitment

Deaconess Health System

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