Physician - Medical Director Neonatology

Your future role at a glance

• Specialty: Pediatrics
• Subspecialty Interest: Neonatology - Medical Director
• Schedule: Days in house 8am-5pm, Home call 5pm-8am with in house APP
• Call Schedule: At home call with APP support in house
• Practice Detail: We are looking for a skilled Neonatologist to join our team in Lafayette as Medical Director!
• EMR System: EPIC
• Facility: Franciscan Hospital
• Location: Lafayette, IN

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 99,000+ 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, youll 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

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How youll make an impact in this role

Ascension St. Vincent is looking for a Neonatologist to serve as Medical Director for our partnership with Franciscan Hospital in Lafayette, IN in their Level III NICU.

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Neonatology to provide medical services to patients.

Position Highlights:

• Rotating schedule in support of the Franciscan Neonatology Group in Lafayette, IN.
• Level III NICU: 17 beds
• Therapies include: high frequency ventilation (oscillator and jet use), total body cooling and inhaled nitric oxide
• Attend high risk deliveries

Responsibilities:

• Serve as Medical Director for the Neonatal Perinatal Unit at Franciscan Hospital in Lafayette, IN.
• Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinates discharge planning with case management.
• Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
• Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
• Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
• Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
• Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.

What minimum requirements youll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• One or more of the following required:
  
  • Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Indiana Medical Licensing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Podiatrist credentialed from the Indiana Board of Podiatric Medicine obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Optometry (OD) or Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

No additional preferences.

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