Physician Assistant (Orthopedic Total Joint Replacement) – Franciscan Physician Network -Mooresville, Indiana

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a Physician Assistant to meet the growing demand for orthopedic surgery who preferably has a background in surgical procedures. Candidate will join our growing practice located at Franciscan Health Center for Hip & Knee Surgery in Mooresville, Indiana. This opportunity will allow the physician assistant to work with a team of experienced orthopedic surgeons in a state-of-the-art surgical environment and treat oncology patients.

The Center for Hip & Knee Surgery has received several honors for quality and outstanding outcomes, including:

• Franciscan Health Mooresville ranked #1 Hospital in Indiana for Medical Excellence in Joint Replacement (CareChex® – an information service of Quantros Inc., 2018).
• Franciscan Health Mooresville ranked Top 10% in the Nation for Joint Replacement (CareChex® – an information service of Quantros Inc., 2018).
• Recognized as one of the “100 hospitals and health systems with great orthopedic programs” (Becker’s Healthcare, 2017).
• Aetna Institute of Quality® Orthopedic Care Facilities Award for Total Joint Replacement Surgery (2017).   See our news release. 
• A five-star rating in total knee and replacement for the past 11 years (Healthgrades, 2003-2015).
• Top 2% in the Nation for Joint Replacement Surgery (Healthgrades, 2015).
• Named America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Surgery (Healthgrades, 2015).
• Annual host for John N. Insall Traveling Fellows - top knee surgeons who visit the top 10 knee replacement sites in the world to observe the latest knee replacement techniques.

WHAT WE NEED:

Ideal candidate will have 2+ years of surgical/1^st assist orthopedic experience; clinic experience is also preferred. Candidate will have a focus on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction. Physician Assistant will display exceptional interpersonal skills and desire to develop strong ties with the community and existing medical staff. Provider will need to work collaboratively with physician to coordinate and deliver the highest quality of patient care.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• Traditional operating room schedule: Monday & Thursday
• Clinic schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Outreach to surrounding locations
• Average outpatient volume: 15 - 20 patients per day
• Telehealth: Offered
• Common Procedures:
  • Knee Replacement
  • Hip Replacement
  • Joint Replacement 
  • Shoulder Replacement
  • Musculoskeletal oncology
• Up-to-date technologies and state-of-the-art surgical equipment
• Strong group with extensive knowledge

WHO WE ARE:

Franciscan Physician Network (FPN), a division of FRANCISCAN HEALTH, brings together the many primary care and specialty physician groups associated with Franciscan Health’s hospitals and access points across Indiana and Illinois. FPN includes over 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers.

With 13 hospitals, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Of our 260+ locations, many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence. Franciscan Health takes pride in providing compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

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 Paid 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 Disability Insurance
• Customized marketing support

MORE INFORMATION:

For more information, please contact Physician and Provider Services Team at

practice@franciscanalliance.org