Physician - Pediatric Medicine
Franciscan Health·Crown Point, Indiana
Franciscan Health·Crown Point, Indiana
Diagnose and treat medical illnesses in pediatric patients while providing preventive care and health risk assessments. Manage chronic conditions and coordinate care with specialists or hospitals as needed.
FPN Crown Point Pediatric Health Center 1141 S Indiana Ave Crown Point, Indiana 46307 WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a full-time Board Eligible/Board Certified Pediatric Medicine physician to join our established pediatric medicine practice at FPN Crown Point Pediatric Health Center in Crown Point, IN.
Our providers diagnose and treat medical illnesses, provide preventive care such as annual checkups and health risk assessments, and give guidance on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
In addition, they manage chronic conditions and can refer to specialists or coordinate hospital care as needed.
WHAT WE NEED: Ideal candidate will have a strong focus on compassionate clinical excellence and patient satisfaction.
Candidate will display exceptional interpersonal skills and desire to develop strong ties with the community and existing medical staff.
Physician will need to work collaboratively with all physicians and staff members to deliver the highest quality of patient care.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT: Flexible full-time schedule including one evening shift until 7 p.m. per week Average outpatient volume: 25 – 30 patients per day EPIC electronic medical record Established patient base Strong mentorship available from seasoned physicians in practice Telehealth offered
Franciscan Health is a non-profit health care system with primary and specialty care physician groups located throughout Indiana. Franciscan is known for our mission of caring. Our values of Respect for Life; Fidelity to Our Mission; Compassionate Concern; Joyful Service; and Christian Stewardship extend to our employees and patients. With 12 hospitals, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care organizations in the Midwest. Franciscan Health includes over 1,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers. Franciscan providers enjoy a team approach to care. Of our 260+ locations, many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence. Indiana was recently ranked the #2 Best State to Practice Medicine, reflecting the supportive environment our physicians experience every day, including competitive compensation, a favorable malpractice climate, and an affordable cost of living. It’s an ideal place to build a rewarding, sustainable career while serving communities that truly value their caregivers.
At Franciscan Physician Network we strive to create a flexible and realistic work-life balance for our providers. Full- and part-time opportunities are offered with benefits, which could include: Competitive compensation, including income guarantee, with bonus incentives Generous recruitment bonus program including relocation allowance; commencement and retention packages Paid malpractice 27 days of Allowed Time Off plus five additional paid days for CME with annual stipend Full benefits package, including health, life, dental, vision and legal insurance Retirement options, including 403(b), 457(b), 401(a) Short- and Long-Term Own Occupation Disability Customized marketing support Leadership development through board and committee opportunities MORE INFORMATION: For more information, please contact Physician and Provider Services Team at practice@franciscanalliance.org or (844) 376-3627. WHERE WE LIVE: Crown Point in Lake County, Indiana is a desirable community in which to live and work. Crown Point is in close proximity to Chicago, Lake Michigan beaches, area waterparks, and much more. Northwest Indiana has a reasonable cost of living, and is family friendly with award-winning schools. Crown Point has a hometown atmosphere with its historic downtown square, numerous unique shops, parks, golf courses, and other scenic locales. Whether you are living on the lake or inland, Crown Point offers a piece of paradise for everyone.
Doctorate - Required Physician License (MD/DO) - Upon Hire Required – and - Board Certification in Specialty Discipline (or eligibility if appropriate) - Upon Hire Required Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association - Upon Hire Required TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or Rarely EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.
Requires a Doctorate, MD/DO license, and Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatric Medicine. Must hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Market context
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