Physician - Family Medicine

Your future role at a glance 

• Specialty: Family Medicine
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:30am-7:30pm, Saturday 6:30am-3:30pm
• Call Schedule: Shared Call-approx 1 week every 6 weeks
• Practice Detail: Join 2 MD's and 4 APP's
• EMR System: Athena
• Facility: FCA Family Health & Wellness Clinic
• Location: Kokomo, 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.

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 you’ll make an impact in this role

To greater meet the needs of our individual and corporate clients, the Ascension St. Vincent Wellness Center is seeking a full-time preventative medicine or family medicine physician to focus on optimizing patients’ overall health by assessing their current health risks, and providing disease prevention, education and detection.  The duties will also include medical care with disease management, working with a team of providers to deliver high quality comprehensive care to patients with a focus on relationship building as well as also offering same day appointments for acute illness. Preventative Medicine/Lifestyle Medicine preferred but not required.

Position Highlights:

• Harmonious Lifestyle
• No RVU/ No in-patient/No pager
• No insurance companies/Fee for service
• On-site Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, and Radiology
• Dietician, PharmD, and Behavioral Health professionals on-site
• Longer appointment times

Ascension offers a very competitive compensation package that includes: Competitive base salaries, Starting bonus, Relocation allowance, CME, Comprehensive health benefits, Retirement savings plan (403b) with match, Malpractice with tail coverage and Generous paid time off.

About Kokomo

• Known as "The City of Firsts" for all the remarkable inventions and products first produced here, Kokomo is a progressive, innovative community with a strong emphasis on the quality of life and education. 
• Kokomo offers outstanding schools, professional health care and reputable businesses. The many festivals, fairs, art shows and performances assure there is always something to do. Four museums, community and University Theater, band concerts and the Kokomo Symphonic Orchestra add to the cultural offerings. 
• Located in Howard County, Kokomo is ideally situated for easy access to shopping, recreational activities, business endeavors, and cultural events. Kokomo is just 45 miles north of Indianapolis and provides an easy commute for those desiring to live in the popular and fast growing cities within Hamilton County.

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

No additional preferences

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, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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