Family Physician - Chesterton & Merrillville: $30,000 sign on bonus

Company: Marathon Health
Location: Rockford
Posted on: March 7, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Primary Care Physician - Chesterton and Merrillville $140,000–$192,500 (28 Hours/Week) $30,000 Sign-On Bonus Employer-Sponsored | Predictable Weekday Schedule | No RVU Pressure Practice Medicine Differently - With 28 Hours/Week Near Chicago Looking for a flexible primary care role with fewer hours and no productivity quotas? At Marathon Health in Chesterton & Merrillville, IN, you’ll practice full-spectrum primary care in an employer-sponsored model; while working just 28 hours per week, with predictable scheduling and no RVU pressure. Located in Northwest Indiana, these communities offer Lake Michigan shoreline living with convenient access to downtown Chicago. Why Physicians Choose Marathon Health - Smaller patient panels (800-1000 patients) - 30-60 minute appointments - No RVU or production-based compensation - Minimal insurance billing & administrative burden - Predictable weekday schedule - Collaborative care model working alongside APPs - Focus on preventive, relationship-based care Our Employer-Sponsored Direct Primary Care model allows you to focus on quality, outcomes, and patient engagement not volume. Why Relocate to Northwest Indiana? Chesterton and Merrillville offer the best of both worlds: access to Chicago with a lower cost of living and a relaxed lifestyle. Physicians relocating to Northwest Indiana appreciate: - Easy commuter access to downtown Chicago - Proximity to Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan beaches - Lower housing costs compared to Chicago suburbs - Strong school systems and family-friendly communities - Short commute times and less congestion - Access to Chicago’s cultural, dining, and professional opportunities For physicians currently practicing in high-pressure Chicago health systems, this role offers metropolitan access with a more sustainable care model and improved work-life balance. Compensation & Benefits - $140,000–$192,500 for 28 hours/week - $30,000 sign-on bonus - Non-production-based compensation model - CME allowance, license & DEA coverage, malpractice insurance - 401(k) with match - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits - Paid time off & holidays - Access to Marathon Health services for you and your family Qualifications - MD or DO - Board Certified/Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine and Pediatrics - Active state license (DEA preferred) - CPR/BLS certification About Marathon Health Marathon Health is a leading provider of employer-sponsored advanced primary care, serving 2.5 million eligible patients across 41 states. We are a six-time Best in KLAS award winner and five-time Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work recipient. Our mission is simple: deliver patient-first, relationship-based care that improves outcomes and restores purpose to the practice of medicine.

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