Pediatric General Surgeon

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated physician to join a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

• Join an established team of 3 physicians and 24/7 APP trauma support
• Call structure: q3 to q4 home call (no in-house call)
• Practice setting: Inpatient/Outpatient mix (limited to 1 location)
• Access to seasoned pediatric support (including a first assistant) for after-hour call cases, fantastic weekday RN clinic help, and an integrated EMR system (Athena and Sunrise)
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric General Surgery
• Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
• Provide comprehensive operative care for general, thoracic, ECMO, and pediatric trauma cases while actively participating in the growth and development of the surgical program.
• Teach, mentor, and supervise general surgery residents, medical students, and new graduate surgeons within a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Fellowship training in Pediatric General Surgery required

About the Facility

• 197-bed pediatric facility (including 40 private inpatient beds, 8 short-stay beds, 23 PICU beds, 17 Pediatric ED beds, and a 109-bed Level IV NICU)
• Level One Children’s Surgery Verified (CSV) and Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center
• Serving a population of approximately 2 million in the greater Indianapolis metropolitan area
• Integrated referral network of over 3,000 physicians across 22 ministries
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

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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.

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