Level III Trauma High-acuity EM 60 minutes NW of Indianapolis

Emergency Medicine Physician

Facility: Franciscan Health Lafayette East

Location: Lafayette, Indiana

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Moonlighting Options Available

Position & Facility Overview

Step into a high-acuity, fast-paced Emergency Department at Franciscan Health Lafayette East. This Level III Trauma Center sees approximately 50,000 annual ED visits and features a 33-bed Emergency Department with three dedicated trauma bays, providing physicians the opportunity to practice high-quality emergency medicine in a clinically robust, well-supported environment.

You’ll join a collaborative team with strong physician and APC coverage, scribe support, and specialty care rooms designed to streamline workflows and enhance patient care.

Emergency Department Highlights

• ~50,000 annual ED visits
• Level III Trauma Center
• 33-bed ED with 3 trauma bays
• 37 hours/day Physician coverage
• 36 hours/day NP/PA coverage
• Scribe support provided
• Specialty care rooms for ENT, orthopedics, GYN, and more
• Advanced trauma capabilities and 13 cardiac-monitor beds

This facility is built for efficiency, collaboration, and clinical excellence—supporting physicians in delivering high-acuity care with reliable specialty backup.

Why Franciscan Health Lafayette East

As a trusted regional medical center, Franciscan Health Lafayette East is committed to compassionate, patient-centered care backed by modern resources and multidisciplinary coordination. Physicians benefit from:

• Seamless specialty integration
• High-acuity clinical exposure
• Strong operational support
• A mission-driven culture focused on quality outcomes

Additional Highlights

• Full-Time, Part-Time, and Moonlighting flexibility
• Balanced coverage model with robust APC support
• Scribes to reduce documentation burden
• High-acuity practice environment with trauma exposure
• Supportive onsite leadership and experienced operational teams

This is an ideal opportunity for Emergency Medicine physicians seeking strong hourly pay, RVU incentives, high-acuity experience, and schedule flexibility—all in a well-resourced regional center.

Top Reasons to Apply

• High-volume, high-acuity ED with trauma designation
• 37 hours/day physician coverage + 36 hours/day APC support
• Scribe support to improve efficiency and reduce burnout
• Specialty rooms and advanced cardiac monitoring
• Practice in a respected regional medical center
• Flexible scheduling (FT / PT / Moonlighting)

Location – Lafayette, IN

Lafayette, Indiana is home to Purdue University and blends innovation, education, and Midwestern charm. Conveniently located about one hour from Indianapolis and two hours from Chicago, Lafayette offers:

• Top-rated parks and trails
• Family attractions including zoo, museums, and canal rides
• Vibrant nightlife with breweries, wineries, and fine dining
• Big Ten sports, cultural events, and affordable living

Why Choose SCP Health

For over 50 years, SCP Health has been serving patients in moments that matter. As a physician-founded and physician-led organization specializing in emergency, hospital, and critical care medicine, we believe clinicians should focus on what matters most—delivering exceptional patient care.

We support our physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants with national capabilities, regional leadership support, and evidence-based practices. Our approach combines clinician autonomy with comprehensive administrative support, enabling work-life balance while practicing at the top of your license.

By supporting our clinicians in delivering exceptional care, we improve the health of our communities.

Together, we heal