Geriatrician

Your future role at a glance

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana (Northside)

Facility Name: Center for Healthy Aging

Schedule: Full Time

Productivity incentives: Salaried/Quality

Commencement Bonus $25,000

CME allowance $3000 + 40 hours dedicated CME time (based on FTE status)

Malpractice coverage with tail

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 97,000+ 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
  

How you'll make an impact in this role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a collaborative minded Geriatrician to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

• Join a well established, collegial team

• Call structure: Minimal call, 1:9 weekends and weeknights

• Practice setting: Outpatient

• Deliver comprehensive, patient-centered geriatric care that addresses the unique needs of older adults and supports their overall quality of life.

• Lead seamless collaboration with a robust multidisciplinary team, including specialists in pharmacy, neuropsychology, and social work, to ensure holistic patient support

• Employed position within a nonprofit health system

• Shape the next generation of clinicians by actively teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows.

• Drive the academic and community mission of the Center for Healthy Aging through active participation in departmental activities.

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Geriatric Medicine

• Geriatric Fellowship required

• Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
  

About The Practice

• The Institute for Healthcare Improvement has recognized the Center for Healthy Aging as one of five National Pioneer Age-Friendly Health Systems that focuses on the 4Ms of care: What Matters, Mentation, Mobility and Medication.

• Collaborative and collegial demeanor with commitment to high quality patient care

• Receive excellent access to specialists and a robust internal referral network

• Our practice supports an ACGME - approved Geriatrics Fellowship that accepts 1 fellow per year and a Geriatric residency program.

• 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:

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

• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
  

What Additional Preferences We're Seeking

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