Physician - Endocrinology

Lutheran Medical Group in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a full-time Board Certified/Board Eligible Endocrinologist to join an established, hospital-employed practice. This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a busy practice with an immediate patient base as part of a planned physician succession. You'll provide comprehensive endocrine care with the support of an experienced multidisciplinary team while enjoying a flexible schedule, minimal call responsibilities, and the opportunity to shape your clinical interests.

At Lutheran Medical Group, you'll be part of Community Health Systems, a national network of regional hospitals with a shared mission to deliver high-quality care where it's needed most—close to home.

Opportunity Overview

• Hospital-employed, established endocrinology practice
• Planned succession opportunity with immediate patient volume
• 90% outpatient / 10% inpatient consultative practice
• Flexible scheduling with the option for a four-day work week
• Minimal call responsibilities with strong APP support
• Opportunity to develop subspecialty interests
• Leadership opportunities available
• Telemedicine and clinical research opportunities
• Academic affiliation with the Indiana University School of Medicine and the Fort Wayne Residency Program

Position Highlights

• Treat a broad range of endocrine disorders including:
• Diabetes & Metabolism
• Thyroid Disorders
• Pituitary Disorders
• Adrenal Disorders
• Osteoporosis & Bone Health
• Reproductive Endocrinology
• Average patient volume of 18–25 patients per day
• Manage insulin pumps and Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)
• Thyroid Fine Needle Aspiration experience preferred but not required
• Open-access clinic scheduling with new patient appointments typically available within one week
• Dedicated endocrinology clinic utilizing Cerner EMR
• Collaborative care model with:
• Five Advanced Practice Providers supporting the service line
• Three Nurse Practitioners assisting with call coverage
• Certified Diabetes Educator
• Registered Dietitian support
• Dedicated nursing and medical assistant support
• Hospitalist support for admissions
• Bariatric surgery and thyroid surgery collaboration
• Strong referral base from 54 primary care providers serving Northeast Indiana, Northwest Ohio, and Southern Michigan

Call Coverage

• Primarily phone call only
• Serve as backup support for Advanced Practice Providers
• Less than one after-hours call per week on average
• Minimal weekend responsibilities

Are You...

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Endocrinology?
• Interested in building long-term patient relationships within an established practice?
• Looking for a collaborative environment with experienced APP support and a strong referral network?
• Interested in balancing a busy clinical practice with schedule flexibility, research, leadership, or telemedicine opportunities?

If so, we'd love to connect with you.

Compensation & Benefits

Comprehensive recruitment package includes:

• Competitive base salary with productivity (wRVU) incentive
• Relocation assistance up to $15,000
• CME allowance up to $4,500 annually
• Five days of paid CME annually
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and paid time off benefits

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About the Hospital

Lutheran Hospital is a 396-bed tertiary care facility in Fort Wayne serving northeastern Indiana and northwestern Ohio. Accredited by The Joint Commission, the hospital offers comprehensive services including Level II adult and pediatric trauma care, stroke care, cancer care, heart and transplant services, maternity and pediatric care, and a wide range of inpatient and outpatient specialties to meet the needs of the regional community.

Community

Fort Wayne, Indianas second-largest city, is a nationally recognized and affordable community offering strong educational systems, multiple universities, cultural institutions, museums, sports teams, and an extensive trail network. Centrally located in the Midwest, Fort Wayne provides easy access to major cities, including Chicago, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and Detroit.