Part-time Academic Palliative Care Physician opportunity in Indianapolis - Indiana University Health

Indiana University Health Physicians, in collaboration with Indiana University School of Medicine, is recruiting a compassionate and patient-focused Palliative Care Physician to collaborate with our highly skilled, well-established teams at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Key clinical responsibilities include seeing patients, leading family meetings, writing orders and notes. This collegial Physician will care for our most vulnerable population, managing symptoms that are disturbing to patients and their loved ones.

Position Details:

• Schedule: TBD (dayshift) 
• Inpatient (100%) - average census is 40 visits per week
• On-Call: via phone only

Qualifications:

• Candidate must be American Board Eligible or Board Certified
• Palliative Care fellowship training required

Benefits:

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes group insurance (health, dental, life, disability), 401K, and occurrence-based malpractice insurance coverage
• Vital WorkLife concierge program  

Community Overview

Carmel, Indiana is a suburb of the beautiful city of Indianapolis, located just 20 miles from the downtown amenities. Both awarded and recognized as one of the nation’s wealthiest and fastest growing regions, it has often been mentioned as one of the top places to live in the Midwest for a multitude of reasons. Money has named Carmel as one of the best places to live in the United States in 2023.  Residents enjoy big-city amenities in this community in addition to the dynamic culture Indianapolis has to offer.

• Named one of the 2023 Top 100 Best Places to Live by Livability, the best Small City in America in 2023 by Wallethub, and as one of the top ten suburbs in the country by Niche in 2023
• Rated as the #1 Best Place to Live in Indiana, #1 public schools in the state, and #1 Place to Raise a Family in Indiana by Niche in 2023
• High quality of life paired with safe neighborhoods (named as one of SmartAsset's 2023 safest suburbs in the U.S.), excellent schools and award-winning dining
• The Palladium, and world-class internationally-renowned concert hall, anchors the Center for Performing Arts campus
• Close proximity to top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
• One million square foot downtown area boasts stunning architecture, water features, a farmer's market, unique retail and fine dining options
  • The Carmel Arts and Design District is one the Midwest's premier arts destinations
• Gorgeous parks and greenways provide ample outdoor recreation, including the Monon Trail
• Quick drive to the bustling entertainment of downtown Indianapolis, IN

Client Overview

Rewarding Physician and Advanced Provider employment opportunities await with Indiana University Health Physicians.

IU Health Physicians group, which employs over 2,200 physicians and advanced providers at more than 175 locations across the state, is one of the fastest-growing, comprehensive, multi-specialty practice groups in Indiana. IUHP also serves as the faculty practice plan of Indiana University School of Medicine, and brings together faculty physicians, IU Health-affiliated physicians and private practice physicians to give highly skilled doctors access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology. 

At IU Health, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued.

Indiana University Health National Recognition:

• Ranked #1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report
• Riley Hospital for Children is ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report, and is the only nationally ranked children’s hospital in Indiana
• Preferred by consumers and referring physicians as the best health system overall in Indiana

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Indiana University Health, Indiana University Health Physicians and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.

Hospital Overview

IU Health North Hospital, located in beautiful Carmel, IN, just 10 miles north of Indianapolis, is a full-service, 189-bed hospital committed to providing exceptional care and service. With dedicated pavilions for specialty surgery, women and children, and an attached medical office building and cancer center, IU Health North Hospital brings together physician offices, inpatient beds and operating rooms in a state-of-the-art facility. In 2020, the hospital saw over 8,800 inpatient admissions and over 172,000 outpatient visits.

Riley Children's Health at IU Health North Hospital provides nationally ranked pediatric care alongside the most highly skilled physicians in the state, offering primary, specialty, inpatient and emergency care.