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7500 Methodist Medical Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

7500 Methodist Medical Group is seeking a board-certified physician to provide and manage direct inpatient care in Indianapolis. Responsibilities include patient evaluations, care coordination with healthcare teams, and leadership in medical education.

The ideal candidate will possess an MD/DO and be licensed in Tennessee, along with knowledge of legal and ethical medical practices. Strong communication and supervisory skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Required to be a board-certified physician licensed in Tennessee.
• Knowledge of medical ethics and standards.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct inpatient care and manage patient evaluations.
• Coordinate care with healthcare team members.
• Participate in medical education and provide leadership.

Skills

Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for delivery of medical care

Ability to communicate with patients and healthcare team members

Knowledge of evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment principles

Ability to supervise and train clinical professionals

Education

MD/DO (medical license in Tennessee)

Board certified physician

Preferred: MD licensed in Mississippi

Preferred: MD licensed in Arkansas

Preferred: DO licensed in Tennessee

Tools

Electronic health records

Methodist OneChart system

Job description

What you will do

• Provide and manage direct inpatient care, including histories, physical examinations, evaluations, diagnoses, treatments, and procedures consistent with core privileges outlined by Methodist Healthcare Medical Staff policy.
• Order, perform, and interpret examinations and tests; analyze records and diagnoses to determine patient conditions.
• Coordinate care with nurses, pharmacists, social workers, case managers, and other health‑care team members.
• Provide leadership and training in education for graduate medical and other approved educational programs; function as the hospital’s attending physician for educational programs.
• Complete medical and billing records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in utilization management, risk management, and performance improvement programs.
• Support Methodist Information Technology and Electronic Health Record meaningful use through active use, constructive feedback, and collaboration on improvements.
• Collaborate with Site Directors in medical education curriculum planning and learning activities.
• Serve as counsel to Site Directors regarding medical education and research matters.
• Serve as liaison between Methodist learners, nursing, clinics, and residents.

Education and Formal Training Requirements

• Required: MD/DO (medical license in Tennessee, licensed by the Tennessee State Board of Medical Examiners).
• Required: Board certified physician (American Board of Medical Specialties).
• Preferred: MD licensed in Mississippi (Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure).
• Preferred: MD licensed in Arkansas (Arkansas State Medical Board).
• Preferred: DO licensed in Tennessee (Tennessee Board of Osteopathic Examination).
• Preferred: Board certified DO (National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners, NBOME).
• Preferred: AOA board certified physician‑specialty (American Osteopathic Association).
• Preferred: No prior work experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for delivery of medical care.
• Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and students.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Ability to use electronic health records, the Methodist OneChart system, and CPOE.
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, students, residents, and other health‑care team members.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to understand and analyze clinical and research data.
• Ability to organize and coordinate multiple tasks and projects.

Physical Demands

Climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, repetitive motion; exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently; close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision; frequent invasive and non‑invasive patient contact; exposure to patient body fluids and hazardous or poisonous materials; ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Supervision Provided by this Position

Supervises residents, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and students from multiple disciplines.