Your future role at a glance Location: Lafayette, Indiana Facility Name: Franciscan Hospital (in partnership with 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.
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 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 physicians and APPs within the Franciscan Neonatology Group Call structure: At-home call (5:00 PM – 8:00 AM) with in-house APP support Practice setting: Inpatient (Level III NICU) Access to EPIC EMR, a 17-bed unit, and advanced therapies including high-frequency ventilation (oscillator and jet), total body cooling, and inhaled nitric oxide Employed position within a nonprofit health system Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (Pediatrics) Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration Attend high-risk deliveries, manage complex inpatient consultations, and collaborate directly with case management to coordinate comprehensive care and discharge planning.
Fellowship training in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine required About the Facility 17-bed Level III NICU medical center Trauma designation (Not applicable for this pediatric specialty unit) Serving a population of approximately 180,000 in the greater Lafayette metropolitan area Integrated referral network bridging Franciscan Hospital and Ascension St. Vincent clinical services 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 #LI-DC1 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 #LI-DC1 Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactatio