Physician - Pulmonary Critical Care
Franciscan Health·Michigan City, Indiana
Franciscan Health·Michigan City, Indiana
The physician will provide pulmonary and critical care services for adult patients with lung disease and critical illnesses. Responsibilities include managing a weekly clinic schedule, conducting inpatient rounds, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
Franciscan Health Michigan City Campus 3500 Franciscan Way Michigan City, Indiana 46360 WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Critical Care or Pulmonary Critical Care physician to join our team and meet the growing demand for Pulmonary and Critical Care services in Michigan City, Indiana.
Physician will join an established group of physicians and advanced practice providers at our state-of-the-art hospital, Franciscan Health Michigan City.
WHAT WE NEED: The ideal candidate will have a focus on caring for adult patients with lung disease and/or critical illness; with experience in clinical excellence and patient satisfaction.
The candidate will display exceptional interpersonal skills and a desire to develop strong ties with the community and build long-lasting relationships with patients and their families.
The physician will work collaboratively to coordinate and deliver the highest quality of patient care.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT: Pulmonary: weekly clinic schedule, alternating 1:4 with inpatient rounds Call: 1:4 Possible outreach to surrounding areas Average outpatient volume: 18 – 20 patients per day Average inpatient volume: varies due to hospital census
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 & Provider Services Team at practice@franciscanalliance.org or (844) 376-3627. WHERE WE LIVE: Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park, Michigan City merges the best of small-town friendliness with easy access to Chicago – less than 60 miles away. Known for its miles of waterfront beaches and property, you can live in amenity rich communities where affordable living options abound. Stroll along the fresh-water beaches, harbors and lighthouses or immerse yourself in water sports.
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.
Candidates must hold a Doctorate (MD/DO) and be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Critical Care or Pulmonary Critical Care. A valid physician license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association are required upon hire.
Market context
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