Rural Health Family Medicine - Outpatient Only: Up to $200,000 in Med Ed Assistance

Northwest Health Network has an opportunity in our Rural Health Center in Knox, IN. Care for patients of all ages to promote wellness and manage acute and chronic health conditions. Full subspecialty support in network within 35 minutes of clinic, with specialist rotations in clinic. Clinic is on the campus of Starke Hospital with emergency services, surgical services, diagnostic imaging and cardiovascular testing available.

At [**Northwest Health - Starke**][1] you will be able to balance a great quality of life with a fulfilling medical practice. You can make your home in the charming Knox community or nearby country home, or one of the larger communities within 35 minutes! There are many activities available - follow a day at the beach or hiking the dunes with a special dinner at one of our area restaurants or in downtown Chicago! We are committed to providing physicians with the tools and support needed to care for your patients while maintaining a meaningful work-life balance!

• Outpatient clinic setting
• Hospital employed position
• Collaborative, supportive partners and staff
• Full subspecialty referral support in network
• Existing patient base available with opportunity to grow
• Office based procedures encouraged and supported
• Call 1:4 or greater (telephone only)
• New grads encouraged to apply
• New and recently remodeled clinic space with efficient workflow
• Physician must be board-certified and have completed residency in the United States
• J1 visa support potential
• Indiana is physician friendly with the elimination of non-compete clauses for primary care and offering a safe place to practice through malpractice tort reform

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE MAY INCLUDE:

• Generous compensation with bonus incentives
• Relocation assistance
• Commencement bonus
• Medical loan repayment allowance of up to $200K
• Residency stipend
• Malpractice
• Excellent health benefits with 401K
• Annual CME allowance and CME days off
• Paid time off
• Referral bonuses

About Northwest Health and Knox, IN

The Knox community is home to approximately 3700 residents and is the county seat for Starke County with 23,000+ residents. It is a friendly, safe and prosperous community - one where you’ll find your patients will welcome you with open arms! You’ll have an easy drive to the large communities of Valparaiso, La Porte or Michigan city - whether for daily commute or recreational activities. Check it out at https://www.cityofknox.net/

Northwest Health is a regional healthcare network of 3 hospitals and an extensive medical group. Our integration provides patients access to quality clinical knowledge and advanced treatment options and technology. Our facilities are located in the progressive, family oriented communities of La Porte, Michigan City, New Carlisle, Knox, Valparaiso, Chesterton and Portage. If you prefer living in one of our larger communities you can be approximately 60 miles from Chicago, 15 miles from the Indiana Dunes State Park and National Lakeshore, and 20 miles from the resort communities of Michigan. Housing and living expenses are ranked among the lowest in the nation. Visit our website at Northwest Health or Northwest Medical Group.

[1]: https://www.nwhealthstarke.com/

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 14 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, and Pennsylvania to Arizona, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.