Hospice - Physician
Your future role at a glance
Location: Indianapolis , Indiana (Northside)
Facility Name: Ascension St Vincent Hospital
Schedule: Full Time
Productivity incentives: Salary/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 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 an Adult focused Palliative Care Physician 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 growing and collegial team
- Call structure: 1 night/week, 1 weekend/month
- Practice setting: Inpatient
- Employed position within a nonprofit health system
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Palliative Care Medicine
- Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
- Schedule can be flexible (5- 8hr days, or 4- 10hr days), no nights or weekends
required - Education and attending patient rounds, inpatient consults
- Symptom management
- Discharge planning
- Team collaboration and multidisciplinary approach to care
- Coordination of care
About the Facility/Team
- 840 bed hospital
- Level 1 Trauma Center
- Serves diverse, statewide population primarily focusing on Marion County while acting as a referral center for all 92 Indiana counties.
- Integrated referral network
- As a Level 1 Trauma Center, leading Cardiovascular, Stroke and Oncology programs, we work with
exceptional, highly skilled clinicians to provide the best, most appropriate care to patients with complex
diagnoses. - We are also able to ensure a continuum of care through partnerships with community-based
specialists, PCPs, Palliative Care teams and Hospice. - 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 qualifications 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.
Equal employment opportunity employer
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