Neonatologist Medical Director

Your future role at a glance

Location: Lafayette, Indiana

Facility Name: Franciscan Hospital (in partnership with Ascension St. Vincent)

Schedule: Full-Time

Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance offered

Productivity incentives Offered

CME allowance and allotted CME time off

This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you'll make an impact in this role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated physician to join a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

• Join an established team of physicians and APPs within the Franciscan Neonatology Group

• Call structure: At-home call (5:00 PM - 8:00 AM) with in-house APP support

• Practice setting: Inpatient (Level III NICU)

• Access to EPIC EMR, a 17-bed unit, and advanced therapies including high-frequency ventilation (oscillator and jet), total body cooling, and inhaled nitric oxide

• Employed position within a nonprofit health system

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (Pediatrics)

• Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration

• Serve as the Medical Director for the Neonatal Perinatal Unit, executing high-level diagnostic and treatment plans for high-risk neonates while providing clinical leadership to ensure medical quality and cost-effectiveness.

• Attend high-risk deliveries, manage complex inpatient consultations, and collaborate directly with case management to coordinate comprehensive care and discharge planning.

• Fellowship training in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine required

About the Facility

• 17-bed Level III NICU medical center

• Trauma designation (Not applicable for this pediatric specialty unit)

• Serving a population of approximately 180,000 in the greater Lafayette metropolitan area

• Integrated referral network bridging Franciscan Hospital and Ascension St. Vincent clinical services

• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture

• Long-term practice stability

• National network with local autonomy

• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• One or more of the following required:

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Indiana Medical Licensing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Podiatrist credentialed from the Indiana Board of Podiatric Medicine obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Optometry (OD) or Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

No additional preferences.

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