Gastroenterology Physician

Gastroenterology Physician

Join our team in Lafayette, IN, located just 1 hour from Indianapolis. We are seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Gastroenterology Physician to meet the growing demand for gastroenterology services at our clinic.

Job Description

• Full-time, permanent position
• Clinic hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Physician takes 24/7 call, 1 week every 4 weeks
• Weekend call: 1 weekend every 4 weeks
• Holiday call: 1:4
• Average outpatient volume: patients per day
• Average inpatient volume: varies
• Great support staff of RNs & MAs
• Strong mentorship available from physicians in practice

Compensation and Benefits

• Health group strives 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), and 401(a)
• Short- and long-term own occupation disability
• Customized marketing support
• Leadership development through board and committee opportunities

Requirements

• 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

Community Overview

Lafayette is a multi-faceted town that 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, and 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 home to Purdue Research Park and many multinational companies that contribute to a strong local economy. Offerings include highly-ranked public and private schools and diverse cultural activities.