General Surgery - Physician

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Facility Name: Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at 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.

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.

• 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

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 3 physicians and 24/7 APP trauma support
• Call structure: q3 to q4 home call (no in-house call)
• Practice setting: Inpatient/Outpatient mix (limited to 1 location)
• Access to seasoned pediatric support (including a first assistant) for after-hour call cases, fantastic weekday RN clinic help, and an integrated EMR system (Athena and Sunrise)
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric General Surgery
• Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
• Provide comprehensive operative care for general, thoracic, ECMO, and pediatric trauma cases while actively participating in the growth and development of the surgical program.
• Teach, mentor, and supervise general surgery residents, medical students, and new graduate surgeons within a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Fellowship training in Pediatric General Surgery required

• 197-bed pediatric facility (including 40 private inpatient beds, 8 short-stay beds, 23 PICU beds, 17 Pediatric ED beds, and a 109-bed Level IV NICU)
• Level One Children’s Surgery Verified (CSV) and Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center
• Serving a population of approximately 2 million in the greater Indianapolis metropolitan area
• Integrated referral network of over 3,000 physicians across 22 ministries
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

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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.

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