Physician - Nephrology

Franciscan Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Relocation assistance

Paid malpractice

Full benefits package

Retirement options

Professional development

Job summary

Franciscan Health is seeking a full-time Board Certified/Board Eligible Nephrology Physician to join our growing practice in Lafayette, IN. The provider will split time between clinic, rounding and dialysis clinic outreach locations, with travel to Crawfordsville and Rensselaer.

Ideal candidate will have a strong focus on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction, and will work collaboratively to coordinate and deliver the highest quality of patient care.

Qualifications

• MD/DO with board certification in nephrology, licensed in Indiana.
• Board certification or eligibility in nephrology required.
• Strong focus on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction.
• Team-oriented with ability to collaborate across clinics and dialysis outreach.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care across clinic, rounding and dialysis outreach locations.
• Coordinate with NP support to deliver high-quality patient care and ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical excellence

Education

Doctorate - Required

Physician License (MD/DO) - Upon Hire Required

Board Certification in Nephrology - Upon Hire Required

Basic Life Support - BLS

Job description

Lafayette 3920 Building

3920 St Francis Way Lafayette, Indiana 47905

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a full-time Board Certified/Board Eligible Nephrology Physician to join our growing practice located at Franciscan Physician Network Nephrology Hypertension Lafayette in Lafayette, IN. Provider will also travel to nearby outreach locations in Crawfordsville and Rensselaer, IN.

WHAT WE NEED

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. Physician will need to work collaboratively to coordinate and deliver the highest quality of patient care.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Flexible full-time schedule
• Physician will divide their time between clinic, rounding and dialysis clinic outreach locations
• Minimal travel to outreach locations <1 hour from main campus, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. per shift
  • Crawfordsville – Once a week, 10 – 14 patients
  • Rensselaer – Once a month, 10 – 14 patients
• Call Coverage: 1:4
• Average outpatient volume: 10 - 15 patients per day
• Average inpatient volume: 0 – 5 patients per day
• Nurse Practitioner support

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

At Franciscan Physician Network we strive to create a flexible and realistic work-life balance for our providers. Full- and part-time opportunities are offered with benefits, which could include:

• 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 [e-mail] or [phone].

WHERE WE LIVE

Lafayette is a multi-faceted town which encompasses a vibrant college scene, a beautiful natural landscape and a lively urban center. Across the Wabash River in West Lafayette, Purdue University draws a diverse young student population to the city. A walking tour of downtown Lafayette reveals a historic core of Victorian architecture, unique shops, and public art.

Western Indiana is a desirable community in which to live and work. The AMA has designated Indiana as one of the nation’s top "physician friendly" states due to its favorable malpractice status. The region is the home of Purdue Research Park and many multi-national companies which contribute to a strong, local economy. Offerings include highly ranked public and private schools and diverse cultural activities.

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

Never or Rarely

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.