Internal Medicine Hospitalist

• Location: Indianapolis, IN
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis (86th Street)
• Schedule: PRN – Pick up 12-hour shifts (days or nights) at leisure
• Incentives: Competitive rates and incentives for night-shift coverage
• Malpractice: Coverage included 

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.

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.

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

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.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Hospitalist to join a large and supportive team at 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. 
• Maximum Scheduling Flexibility: Benefit from a PRN structure with no minimum shift requirements and the rare advantage of a schedule published six months in advance. With a team of 80+ providers, you have consistent, ongoing opportunities to pick up 12-hour day or night shifts as they fit your lifestyle. 
• Focused Clinical Scope: Manage a manageable 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 an 800+ bed facility and a designated Level 1 Trauma Center. As a flagship location, it features eight Centers of Excellence, including a Transplant Center, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and the Lucas Family Brain & Spine Hospital. The campus also serves as a hub for advanced specialized care with a dedicated Burn Center and an extensive orthopedic program.

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• The Power of Flexibility: We value your time. Our PRN physician enjoy the freedom to pick up shifts at leisure. Schedules posted 6 months in advance allows for a perfect balance between professional passion and personal life.
• Diverse Clinical Exposure: Choosing PRN with Ascension means access to a high-actuity location, keeping your clinical skills sharp and your daily routine engaging.
• Physician-led, collaborative culture: Even as a PRN physician, you are a vital part of our mission-centered care team.
• The Best of Both Worlds: Gain the long-term practice stability and security of a national health network, while maintaining the clinical autonomy and unique culture of a local, site-specific practice.

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

• Internal Medicine Focused: The program strongly prefers IM-trained physicians. FM candidates are very rarely accepted.
• Mission Alignment: Candidates that demonstrate a commitment to the Ascension mission and values.

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