Physician (Gastroenterology) – Franciscan Physician Network – Lafayette, Indiana

Physician (Gastroenterology) – Franciscan Physician Network – Lafayette, Indiana

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Gastroenterology physician to meet the growing demand for gastroenterology in Lafayette, IN.                                

WHAT WE NEED:

Ideal candidate would have ERCP and Endoscopic US experience, 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 with existing medical staff to coordinate and deliver the highest quality of patient care.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:                                                                                                                              

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Physician takes own weekday call: 7 days per month
• Weekend Call: 1 Weekend per month
• Holiday: 1:3
• Average patient volumes
  • 10 – 12 in office
  • 7 in surgery center
• Support staff of RN’s & MA’s
• Common Diagnoses:
  • IBS
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Re-flux/ Gerd
  • Gallbladder
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Crohns Disease
• On Site Equipment:
  • Olympus-190 Series Video system with 190 High Def endoscopes, light sources CF-190L, PCF-190L, GIF-190 & GIF XP190N (slim pedi scope)
  • TJF (ERCP) Q180V endoscopes
  • Flushing pump
  • CO2 insufflation
  • Cautery unit with Argon
  • Bravo Capsules
  • PillCam Endoscopy
  • ProVationMD for endoscopic procedure reports
  • 2 GI Endoscopy Rooms
  • 1 Bronchoscopy room

WHO WE ARE:

Franciscan Physician Network (FPN), a division of FRANCISCAN HEALTH, brings together the many primary care and specialty physician groups associated with Franciscan Health’s hospitals and access points across Indiana and Illinois. FPN includes over 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers.

With 12 hospitals, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Of our 260+ locations, many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence. Franciscan Health takes pride in providing compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

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 practice@franciscanalliance.org or (844) 376-3627.

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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.

Nature abounds in the city and area parks, including Columbian Park, the Celery Bog wetlands, the Jerry E. Clegg Botanical Garden along Wildcat Creek, and Wolf Park in Battle Ground.  Lafayette offers an excellent art scene with local breweries, wineries, shops, pick your own fruit farms among many other amenities and activities.

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.