Physician - Family or Internal Medicine

Family Or Internal Medicine Physician

Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a full-time Board Certified/Board Eligible Family or Internal Medicine physician to join our busy and growing multi-specialty group at Franciscan Physician Network Chesterton & Emergency Center located in Chesterton, Indiana. The ideal candidate will enjoy providing comprehensive care for adults challenged with chronic disease/comorbidities.

Ideal candidate will have a strong focus on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction. Candidate will display exceptional interpersonal skills and desire to develop strong ties with the community and build long-lasting relationships with patients and their families. Physician will need to work collaboratively to coordinate and deliver the highest quality of patient care.

What you can expect:

• Flexible full-time schedule
• Family Medicine Weekday & Weekend Call: 1:13, Internal Medicine 1:4
• Holiday Call rotated and included in call week
• Average outpatient volume: 18-20 patients per day
• Common Diagnoses:
• COPD
• Diabetes
• Heart Failure
• Hypertension
• Physicals, Medicare Wellness Visits

Who we are:

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.

What we offer:

• 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Where we live:

Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park, La Porte and Porter Counties merge the best of small-town friendliness with easy access to Chicago less than 60 miles away. Known for their 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. The area boasts four beautiful seasons and year-round recreational activities such as camping, hiking and biking, award-wining breweries and wineries, a charming lake-side zoo, art festivals, casino and outlet shopping mall.

Qualifications:

• Doctorate - Required
• Physician License (MD/DO) - Upon Hire Required
• 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.

Equal opportunity employer.