Ready-Made Referral Base Eager for an Endocrinologist in Historic Fort Smith, Arkansas!!
Health System, located in Ft. Smith, Arkansas’ second largest city, is looking for a BC/BE Endocrinologist to meet the needs of more than 45 employed primary care physicians. This is a great opportunity for an immediate referral base and fast practice ramp-up.
•System had an employed Endocrinologist about a year ago who had built a busy practice in only 8 months, but a family illness outside the US required the doctor to return home.
•At the time of the doctor’s departure, new patients were scheduled several months out; a clear indication of the need (and potential!).
•More than 40 primary care physicians and a 6-person Nephrology department in the hospital-owned medical group are eager to support a well-trained, competent, and personable Endocrinologist.
•This is an outpatient-only practice; no call coverage required!
•Several office location options available, each with three exam rooms, procedure room and physician office.
The new Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine is slated to open in Ft. Smith. This complex is projected to have an annual financial impact to the region of $100 million, and will help address the future need for primary care physicians for the local area and across the nation.
Fort Smith, AR, True West Magazine’s top “True West Town” for 2013, offers historic sites and a scenic riverfront downtown, not to mention thriving retail and culinary treasures. With a population of 87,000 and a service area of 350,000, the Fort Smith region is as diverse and modern as it is beautiful and historic.
•Beautiful scenery - nestled on the Arkansas River and between the Ozark and Boston Mountains.
•Affordable living – consistently ranked among the lowest communities of its size in the nation & named the most affordable city by Kiplinger.com in 2010.
•Leader in manufacturing and home to Baldor, Mars, Petcare, Kraft-Planters, & Gerber.
•Local airport with daily flights to Dallas & Atlanta; less than two hours to Tulsa
Offering a strong recruitment package which may include:
•Base salary & productivity incentives
•Full employee benefits
•Sign On and/or Commencement Bonuses
•CME, Relocation, License expenses
•Loan repayment assistance possible
•Possible stipend for the remainder of training
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