Endocrinologist- Hospital-Employed| Competitive Salary & Full Benefits | Morehead, Kentucky
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Endocrinologist Opportunity – Morehead, Kentucky
UK St. Claire is seeking a skilled Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Endocrinologist to join our busy and growing healthcare team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality, compassionate endocrinology care in a supportive environment with strong clinical resources and leadership support. Our facility offers a collaborative work setting in a vibrant university town surrounded by beautiful outdoor recreation opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Employed position with a stable, well-established health system.
- Provide primarily outpatient endocrinology care with occasional inpatient consultation and on-call coverage.
- Diagnose and manage a broad range of endocrine and metabolic conditions, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, and adrenal and pituitary conditions.
- Enjoy balanced patient volumes with strong APP, nursing, and administrative support.
- Collaborate with primary care providers and specialists throughout the health system.
- Educate patients on disease management, medications, lifestyle modifications, and preventive care.
- Help expand endocrinology services to meet the growing needs of patients throughout our region.
UK St. Claire Overview
- The largest employer in the county, serving an 11-county area with a population of approximately 160,000.
- A not-for-profit, 159-bed modern hospital offering 32 medical specialties.
- Serving the Appalachian region for nearly 60 years through a mission-oriented approach.
- Opportunity to practice in a progressive healthcare setting focused on quality, accessible patient care.
Benefits Include
- Hospital-employed position with a guaranteed salary transitioning to a wRVU-based compensation model.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
- Retirement benefits through 403(b) and 457 plans.
- CME allowance and dedicated CME time.
- Vacation time and a Paid Day Leave bank.
- Moving expense assistance and a signing bonus.
- Student loan repayment assistance, with the location eligible for NHSC funding.
Community Highlights
- Located in the vibrant university town of Morehead, approximately one hour from Lexington, Kentucky, and Huntington, West Virginia.
- Minutes from the scenic Daniel Boone National Forest.
- Abundant outdoor recreation at Cave Run Lake, including hiking, biking, boating, fishing, camping, and water sports.
- A rich cultural community offering theatre productions, art exhibitions, concerts, and festivals.
- A safe and welcoming environment ideal for both professional and personal life.
Why Join Us?
- Become part of a supportive and collaborative healthcare team within a growing, stable health system.
- Practice with a mission-driven organization committed to serving the Appalachian region.
- Help expand access to much-needed endocrinology services.
- Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with access to natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and cultural amenities.
UK St. Claire is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.