Family Medicine Physician

East Chicago, IN - USA

Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Title: Family Medicine Physician

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Location: East Chicago IN

Service Setting: Outpatient and limited inpatient practice

Schedule: Full-time schedule MondayFriday

On-Call Expectations: 1:4 call rotation covering a single hospital

Start Date: Negotiable; credentialing required (90120 days)

PATIENT POPULATION & SCOPE

Patient Demographics: Adult

Average Daily Volume / Census: Varies by outpatient clinic and inpatient consults

Admissions & Rounding: Included for inpatient cases

Consults & Follow-Ups: Yes

Case Mix/Clinical Focus Areas: Rheumatologic conditions including autoimmune inflammatory and musculoskeletal disorders

FACILITY & TEAM DETAILS

Beds in Department/Unit: Community Hospital (458 beds) with support across system hospitals

EMR System: Epic

Specialty Backup: Multispecialty support across medicine and surgical lines

Support Staff: Nurse practitioner support in inpatient and outpatient settings

Leadership & Reporting Structure: Reports within physician-led group practice

Reason for Opening: Program growth and expansion

CREDENTIALING & COMPLIANCE

Board Requirements: BC/BE in Rheumatology

DEA & Certifications: Active DEA; BLS/ACLS required

Credentialing Timeline: 90120 days

COMPENSATION & PERMANENT BENEFITS

Base Salary: Competitive MGMA-based (negotiable)

Incentive Bonus Structure: RVU-based compensation and contract bonuses

Relocation Assistance: Negotiable

Student Loan Repayment: HRSA Workforce Student Loan Repayment available

CME Allowance: Exceptional CME funds provided

PTO & Holidays: Flexible time off program

Health & Retirement Benefits:

Medical Dental Vision insurance available

403(b) with employer match

Life & Disability Coverage

Malpractice Insurance under favorable state regulations

Licensure reimbursement (license CSR DEA dues subscriptions)

Sign-on bonus negotiable

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Board Status: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine Physician

State License Required: Eligible for Indiana medical license

Certifications: BLS and ACLS required

Experience: Experience preferred; new graduates considered

Additional Requirements: EMR proficiency (Epic); collaborative practice approach

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide comprehensive rheumatology services in both outpatient and inpatient settings

Diagnose and manage autoimmune inflammatory and musculoskeletal disorders

Participate in call rotation (1:4) covering single hospital

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and APPs to deliver patient-centered care

Engage in program development and quality improvement initiatives

COMMUNITY & LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

About the Area: Located 30 minutes from downtown Chicago with convenient access to metropolitan amenities

Local Attractions: World-class museums restaurants cultural events and recreational opportunities

School System: Strong public and private school systems in Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland

Housing: Affordable housing options compared to Chicago metro area

Demographic & Professional Profile: Family-friendly community with suburban lifestyle and urban access

Nearby Cities: 30 minutes from Chicago; access to Indiana and Illinois suburbs

Nearest Airport: Chicago Midway International Airport; Chicago OHare International Airport

Distance from Airport: Approximately 40 minutes by car

Required Skills:

Locum Tenens

JOB OVERVIEW Job Title: Family Medicine Physician Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Location: East Chicago IN Service Setting: Outpatient and limited inpatient practice Schedule: Full-time schedule MondayFriday On-Call Expectations: 1:4 call rotation covering a single hospital Start Date: Negotiable; c...