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Service Line: Emergency Medicine (EM)
Position Title: Emergency Medicine Physician
Location: Franciscan Health Michigan City – Michigan City, Indiana
Job Type: Full-Time
Recruiter: Maria Santiago | |
Position Overview
Serve patients in moments that matter and be a part of the future of health care. SCP Health, a physician-founded and physician-led organization, is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) to join the Emergency Departments at Franciscan Health Michigan City, Franciscan Health Chesterton, and Franciscan Health LaPorte.
This opportunity offers a high-volume Emergency Medicine practice environment with strong physician and APP support, flexible scheduling options, Epic EMR, and a productivity-based RVU compensation structure designed to reward efficiency and clinical excellence across multiple facilities within a respected regional health system. The ideal provider will distribute their clinical time between all three facilities in Michigan City, Chesterton, and LaPorte, supporting a collaborative regional Emergency Medicine program.
Clinical & Program Details
- Approximately 31,000–33,000 ED visits annually
- Approximately 85 patient encounters per day
- Multi-site coverage opportunities within the Franciscan Health system
- 23-bed Emergency Department
- 36 hours/day physician coverage
- 24 hours/day NP/PA coverage
- Epic EMR
- Strong specialty backup and collaborative APP support
- Moderate- to high-acuity patient population
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
- Indiana medical license (or ability to obtain)
- ACLS and ATLS required
- Comfortable practicing in a high-volume Emergency Department environment
- Team-oriented with a strong focus on quality patient care
Facility & Clinical Details
About Franciscan Health Michigan City
- State-of-the-art community hospital opened in 2018
- 123 private inpatient beds
- Advanced diagnostic imaging and specialty services
- Efficient workflows designed to support Emergency Medicine physicians
- Strong physician, nursing, and administrative collaboration
- Patient-centered and innovation-driven culture
Innovation & Growth
- Continued investment in advanced technology and clinical efficiency
- Modern Emergency Department layout designed to optimize workflow
- Epic EMR supports streamlined documentation and patient care
- Opportunities to contribute to quality improvement and operational initiatives
Teamwork & Culture
- Collaborative Emergency Department environment
- Strong APP and specialty support
- Flexible scheduling options
- Engaged hospital leadership and SCP Health partnership
- Focus on teamwork, communication, and patient-centered care services
Franciscan Health Michigan City offers a comprehensive range of services, including:
- 24/7 Emergency Care
- Advanced Diagnostic Imaging
- Specialty Care Services
- Inpatient and Outpatient Services
- Surgical Services
- Laboratory Services
- Critical Care Support
Benefits & Compensation
- Productivity-based RVU compensation model
- Competitive earning potential designed to reward efficiency and volume
- Strong NP/PA support to optimize throughput
- Flexible scheduling options
- Comprehensive benefits package available, including:
- Health insurance
- Dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
Community Information
Northwest Indiana offers an exceptional quality of life with the perfect balance of lakeside living, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to metropolitan amenities. Located near the shores of Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park, the region provides endless opportunities for hiking, boating, beaches, and year-round outdoor activities. The communities of Michigan City, Chesterton, and LaPorte feature vibrant local dining, shopping, festivals, and family-friendly neighborhoods, while offering an easy commute to downtown Chicago. This region is ideal for physicians seeking strong earning potential, career growth, and an outstanding lifestyle both inside and outside of work.
Why SCP Health
For over 50 years, SCP Health has been serving patients in moments that matter. As a physician-founded and physician-led organization specializing in emergency, hospital, and critical care medicine, SCP Health supports clinicians with national resources, regional leadership, and evidence-based practices.
Our model empowers physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while maintaining professional autonomy and work-life balance.
Together, we heal.