Advanced Practice Provider - Oncology Hematology

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our group in Michigan City, Indiana. The provider will join us at our multi-disciplinary cancer center at Franciscan Health Woodland Cancer Care Center Michigan City, and will primarily have an outpatient focus. This Advanced Practice Provider will join our established Northern Indiana contingent of Oncology Hematology Specialists. They will have support of an experienced local team of colleagues as well as the extended support and reputation of our Oncology Hematology Specialists team in Central Indiana, one of the pre-eminent oncology groups in Indiana.   

The Advanced Practice Provider will be a key component in the growth and development of the oncology service line in the Michigan City market area, alongside Franciscan Physician Network physicians, oncology nurse navigators, and other experienced oncology clinicians.

WHAT WE NEED:

Ideal candidate will have hematology-oncology experience. The candidate will have a focus on clinical excellence and patient experience/satisfaction. Candidate will display exceptional interpersonal skills and will desire to invest in the community, building long-lasting relationships with patients and their families. Provider will need to work collaboratively with physician to coordinate and deliver the highest quality of patient care.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• No call expectation
• Anticipated outpatient volume: 15 - 20 patients per day
• Most Common Cancer Diagnoses:
  • Breast
  • Colon
  • Lung
  • Rectal
  • Prostate
  • Benign Hematology conditions
• Telehealth offered
• Onsite lab

WHO WE ARE:

Franciscan Health is a non-profit health care ministry with primary and specialty care physician groups located throughout Indiana and Illinois. Franciscan is known for our mission of caring.  Our values of Respect for Life; Fidelity to Our Mission; Compassionate Concern; Joyful Service; and Christian Stewardship extend to our employees and patients.

With 14 hospital ministries, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care organizations in the Midwest. Franciscan Health includes over 1,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers. Franciscan providers enjoy a team approach to care.  Of our 260+ locations, many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence.

WHAT WE OFFER:

At Franciscan Physician Network we strive to create a flexible and realistic work-life balance for our providers. Full- and part-time opportunities are offered with benefits, which could include:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid malpractice
• 27 days of Permitted Time Off plus five additional paid days for CME with annual stipend
• Full benefits package, including health, life, dental, vision and legal insurance
• Retirement options, including 403(b), 457(b), 401(a)
• Short- and Long-Term Own Occupation Disability
• Customized marketing support

MORE INFORMATION:

For more information, please contact Physician and Provider Services Team at practice@franciscanalliance.org or (844) 376-3627.

WHERE WE LIVE:

Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park, La Porte and Porter Counties merge the best of small-town friendliness with easy access to Chicago – less than 60 miles away. Known for its miles of waterfront beaches and property, you can live in amenity rich communities where affordable living options abound.

Stroll along the fresh-water beaches, harbors and lighthouses or immerse yourself in water sports. The area boasts four beautiful seasons and year-round recreational activities such as camping, hiking and biking, award-wining breweries and wineries, a charming lake-side zoo, art festivals, casino and outlet shopping mall.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree Required
• Physician Assistant Certified (PA-C) – Required - or
• Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Nationally Recognized Certification – Required
• Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association Required

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.