About this role
We Are Hiring
- Location: Indianapolis, IN
- Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis - 86th Street
- Schedule: Full-Time, 7-on/7-off (Shift: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., Week is Monday - Sunday)
- Total Commitment: 24 weeks + jeopardy (168 shifts annually)
- Incentives: Competitive compensation, annual incentive bonuses, CME bonuses, and full benefits
- Malpractice: Covered
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.
What You Will Do
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Hospitalist to join our Level 1 trauma center and flagship location.
- Expansive Collaborative Network: Join a high-volume, growing team of 80+ providers within an 800+ bed Level 1 Trauma Center, delivering integrated care across specialized units including the Burn Center, the Comprehensive Stroke Center, and the dedicated Brain and Spine Hospital.
- Optimal Work-Life Balance: The 7-on/7-off schedule (including 14 jeopardy days) is designed to allow for two 2–3 week breaks throughout the year.
- Plan Ahead: Schedules posted 6 months in advance allows for a perfect balance between professional passion and personal life.
- Opportunities for Additional Shifts: With a team of 80+ providers, you have consistent, ongoing opportunities to pick up additional 12-hour day or night shifts as they fit your lifestyle.
- Focused Clinical Scope: Manage a daily census of 15–16 patients within a closed ICU environment where dedicated intensivists and ICU staff handle critical care.
- Procedural Autonomy: Perform procedures if interested. While the team does not mandate procedures, they offer retraining for physicians looking to sharpen those skills.
- Advanced Academic Setting: Practice within a facility hosting multiple residency (IM, FM, Anesthesia) and fellowship programs (Cardio, Critical Care).
- Licensure & Education: Must hold an MD or DO and be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine.
- Experience: Hospitalist experience is a plus, though high-potential new graduates will be considered.
About the Facility
Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis (86th Street) is a premier 800+ bed facility and Level 1 Trauma Center. As a regional hub, it features 8 Centers of Excellence, including the Heart Center, Transplant Center, and the newly opened Lucas Family Brain & Spine Hospital. The campus also houses a dedicated Burn Center and provides advanced clinical capabilities across all adult specialties.
Why Physicians Choose Ascension
- Physician-Led, Collaborative Culture: Work in an environment where clinical voices lead the way, ensuring you are a vital part of a mission-centered team regardless of your FTE status.
- National Network with Local Autonomy: Experience the "best of both worlds" by leveraging the resources and security of a national health system while maintaining the unique culture and clinical independence of your local practice.
- Long-Term Stability: Build your career on a foundation of financial and operational security, providing peace of mind and professional longevity within a non-profit framework.
Mission-Centered Care Rooted in Service: Join a dedicated community committed to providing compassionate, personalized care to all, with a special focus on those who are most vulnerable.
What You Will 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.
Additional Preferences
- Internal Medicine Focused: The program strongly prefers IM-trained physicians. FM candidates are very rarely accepted.
- New Graduates: We are open to considering motivated new graduates looking to begin their careers in a high-volume, academic environment.
- Experience: Previous experience in a hospitalist role is considered a significant plus.
- Mission Alignment: Candidates that demonstrate a commitment to the Ascension mission and values.