Rheumatology – Build a New Service Line with Deaconess Memorial Medical Center

Deaconess Memorial Medical Center (Jasper, IN), a nationally recognized and Magnet®-designated hospital, is excited to announce the development of a new Rheumatology service line and is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Rheumatologist to lead this initiative.

This is a unique opportunity to build and shape a program from the ground up while enjoying the full support of an award-winning health system and a strong referral base of over 30 primary care clinics and 250+ physicians across the region.

Opportunity Highlights

• Hospital-employed position with competitive guaranteed salary + productivity bonus

• $50,000 sign-on bonus + student loan assistance

• $15,000 relocation allowance

• CME allowance + paid malpractice with tail coverage

• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement plans

• Supportive referral base from a large, established network

• Opportunity to collaborate with multiple specialties and shape the future of Rheumatology care in Southern Indiana

Why Deaconess Memorial?

• Magnet Recognition with Distinction – 1 of only 17 hospitals nationwide

• Trauma Level III, faith-based, community hospital with state-of-the-art resources

• Named one of the Top 20 Rural Community Hospitals annually by the NRHA

• Supportive, collegial culture with commitment to innovation and excellence

Community Information – Jasper, Indiana

Located in the rolling hills of Southern Indiana, Jasper offers small-town charm with big-city access. Enjoy:

• Top-ranked schools, safe neighborhoods, and a welcoming community

• Vibrant arts and cultural scene, local theaters, and year-round festivals

• Abundant outdoor recreation with nearby parks, trails, and Hoosier National Forest

• Easy access to Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Nashville and St. Louis

Take the lead in building something new. Join Deaconess Memorial Medical Center and shape the future of Rheumatology care in our region.

Now part of the Deaconess Health System, Deaconess Memorial Medical Center combines the close-knit feel of a community hospital with the capabilities of a progressive, high-performing institution.

• Magnet® Recognition with Distinction (2024)
  One of only 17 hospitals in the nation to hold this prestigious designation —recognizing excellence in nursing, teamwork, and patient outcomes.
• 114-bed, modern facility
• Level III Trauma Center
• Faith-based organization
• 30+ specialties supported by 250 physicians and advanced practice providers
• 33 healthcare centers serving 8 counties
• Top 20 Rural Community Hospital (NRHA), year after year

Memorial delivers progressive medicine and state-of-the-art technology, caring for high-acuity patients with confidence and precision.

Jasper offers an outstanding quality of life in the rolling hills of Southern Indiana.

• A vibrant arts and cultural scene with theaters, galleries, and year-round events
• Outdoor paradise with parks, trails, lakes and proximity to Hoosier National Forest
• Excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and family-friendly amenities
• Low cost of living and consistently high safety rankings
• Convenient access to Evansville, Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Nashville, and St. Louis

It’s the perfect balance of small-town charm and big-city access—a place where careers thrive and families flourish.

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