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Unity Healthcare is seeking a pediatrician to join our team Preferred Pediatrics of Lafayette, a practice division of Unity Healthcare. This opportunity offers the chance to practice in a supportive, patient-focused environment while becoming part of an established healthcare organization serving the Greater Lafayette community.

The Opportunity

• Part Time- or Full-Time opportunities
• Office hours are Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm (inpatient rounding before clinic)
• Call Schedule: Shared call among providers. Current call is every 6th weekend and equal holiday and weeknight coverage
• In and Outpatient Care: admitting to the pediatric floor and seeing newborns. No C-section attendance required
• Travel: Only to the hospital for rounds or for CME conferences
• The admitting hospital has 24/7 NICU coverage
• Malpractice-friendly state
• Strong specialty support
• Practice website: https://www.unityhc.com/medical-practices/preferred-pediatrics-lafayette

About the Role
Preferred Pediatrics consists of 4 physicians and 5 Nurse Practitioners. With Unity, you will be joining a well-established medical group team of 50+ providers who deliver quality, patient-centered care across 20+ specialties to the patients of Lafayette, IN. Unity Healthcare is a significant, long-standing player in Lafayette; they are a locally owned and managed group of physicians in which decision-making is made by your peers. Leadership opportunities are also available.

Our ideal Pediatrician will be personable and skilled at relationship building to help create a positive atmosphere at this location. The successful candidate will have a strong clinical background, with a focus on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction. We are interested in those who display interpersonal skills and a desire to develop strong ties with the community and build long-lasting relationships with patients and their families. Physician will need to work collaboratively to coordinate and deliver the highest quality of patient care.

Qualifications

• US Residency Required
• Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Experienced pediatricians or new fellows /new residents are encouraged to apply
• State License to practice medicine in the state of Indiana or the ability to be licensed upon starting
• ABP certified or eligible
• License(s): MD or DO
• Certification(s): Controlled Substance Registration
• Not Excluded from Medicaid

Compensation & Benefits
At Unity, we strive to create a flexible and realistic work-life balance for our providers. Full-time opportunities are offered with benefits, which could include:

• Competitive compensation, including income guarantee, with bonus incentives
• Relocation allowance
• Paid malpractice
• Permitted Time Off per Unity policy plus additional days for CME with annual stipend
• Full benefits package, including health, life, dental, vision and legal insurance
• Retirement options, including 401(k) and profit sharing
• Short- and Long-Term Own Occupation Disability
• Customized marketing support
• Leadership development through board and committee opportunities

About Unity Healthcare
Unity Healthcare is a comprehensive, multi-specialty healthcare provider with offices throughout North Central Indiana. We have over 20 specialties, including an award-winning surgery center. We are physician-owned, which allows us to make decisions in the best interest of our patients and our community.

Life in Our Community

A great place to practice. A great place to call home.

Lafayette, Indiana, offers the best of both worlds—a welcoming, close-knit community with the amenities and opportunities of a growing college town. Located just an hour northwest of Indianapolis, Lafayette provides convenient access to a major metropolitan area while maintaining an affordable cost of living and an easygoing quality of life.

Home to Purdue University, Lafayette and neighboring West Lafayette offer a vibrant mix of educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities. Residents enjoy excellent schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, local restaurants and shops, community events, collegiate athletics, parks, trails, and outdoor recreation.

For families, Lafayette offers a strong sense of community and plenty to do throughout the year. For professionals, its location provides an easy commute and access to larger cities while avoiding the traffic and cost of living associated with a major metropolitan area.

Whether you’re relocating with your family or looking for a community where you can build lasting connections, Lafayette offers the opportunity to establish both a rewarding career and a fulfilling life.

Interested in Joining Our Team?
If you are a pediatrician interested in learning more about opportunities with Unity Healthcare, we would love to connect with you.

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Physician Recruitment Contact: 765-446-5237

Physician Recruitment Email: [email protected]

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