Advanced Practice Provider - Otolaryngology

Franciscan Alliance, Inc. • Michigan City, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant specializing in Otolaryngology for its FPN Coolspring Health Center in Michigan City, Indiana, with outreach responsibilities at locations in LaPorte and Chesterton. The provider will join a well-established, busy practice alongside an experienced physician and support team, managing their own patient panel and working collaboratively with the physician to coordinate and deliver high-quality patient care. The position offers the opportunity to work independently in a supportive environment, with mentorship available from a seasoned physician. Average outpatient volume is 18–21 patients per day. Outreach locations are less than 30 minutes from the main campus; travel is listed as never or rare.

Franciscan Health is a nonprofit health care system with hospitals and primary and specialty care physician groups throughout Indiana. The organization describes its mission as caring and its values as Respect for Life, Fidelity to Our Mission, Compassionate Concern, Joyful Service, and Christian Stewardship.

Requirements

• Master's degree.
• Physician Assistant Certified (PA-C), or Nurse Practitioner (NP) with nationally recognized certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Strong focus on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a desire to develop strong ties with the community and existing medical staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a physician.

Nice To Haves

• Otolaryngology specialization.
• Experience as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.

Responsibilities

• Manage an independent patient panel.
• Collaborate with a physician to coordinate and deliver high-quality patient care.
• Provide outpatient otolaryngology care, with an average volume of 18–21 patients per day.
• Travel to outreach locations in LaPorte and Chesterton, Indiana, as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Paid malpractice coverage.
• 27 days of paid time off, plus five additional paid days for continuing medical education and an annual stipend.
• Benefits package that may include health, life, dental, vision, and legal insurance.
• Retirement options, including 403(b), 457(b), and 401(a) plans.
• Short- and long-term own-occupation disability coverage.
• Customized marketing support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time