The physician will provide direct patient care, including physical examinations, diagnoses, and the management of treatment regimens. They will also coordinate care with nursing staff and refer patients to specialists as necessary.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a medical license in Indiana and be board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine. Completion of a US residency program is required, with 3-5 years of experience preferred.
Internal Medicine Physician, UChicago Medicine Medical Group
Join a patient-centered collegial, supportive, and friendly team whose mission is to provide superior health care in a compassionate manner, ever mindful of each patient’s dignity and individuality. UChicago Medicine Medical Group takes pride in supporting motivated providers in delivering outstanding care in the community.
UChicago Medicine Medical Group seeks an exceptional Internal Medicine Physician for our outpatient practice in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Internal Medicine Physician Roles and Responsibilities
Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment for a specified patient population
Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions
Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate
Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required
As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion and/or education programs
Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress
Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care
Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage
Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements
Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Required Skills and Qualifications
Medical License in Indiana
Board-certified or Board-eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty
3-5 years of experience is preferred
Completed a US Residency Program
Opportunity Highlights
Primary Care practice - 100% outpatient
Competitive Compensation - Recently Increased
Benefits
Dental insurance
Medical insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off
CME allowance
Hiring bonus
All-Inclusive Hiring Bonus
Comprehensive Onboarding Package
Exceptional benefits – Medical, dental, retirement, time off, CME allowance
Monday-Friday practice including one evening per week and one Saturday morning per month
Compensation range $200,000 - $280,00
About UChicago Medicine Medical Group
UChicago Medicine Medical Group is aligned with The University of Chicago Medicine. With a history dating to 1927, the University of Chicago Medicine is a not-for-profit academic health system with hospitals, outpatient clinics and physician practices throughout Chicago, the suburbs and Northwest Indiana
UChicago Medicine Medical Group is growing rapidly, to bring the forefront of medicine to communities throughout Chicagoland
We support physicians in providing outstanding care in the community
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
