Lutheran Health Physicians, in Bluffton, Indiana is seeking a full time Non-Invasive/Interventional Cardiologist  for outpatient and inpatient care of adults , within an established practice that has spanned over 40 years with a large volume  base. One who will apply scientific knowledge and clinical expertise, when diagnosing and treating, and do so in coordination  with compassionate care  across the spectrum of health. 

Note: Indiana implemented malpractice reform almost 30 years ago and is considered one of the friendliest in the nation for physicians.

Bluffton Regional Medical Center (BRMC):

Located in the center of the rural community of Bluffton, Indiana.   BRMC is a small rural facility with private rooms that offers general medicine, OB services,  and surgical services including General, GI, Podiatry, Ophthalmology, GYN, simple Orthopedics.   Situated  25 miles south of  Lutheran Hospital in the Lutheran Health Network, we are able to offer several Specialist services.  These include: Rheumatology, Cardiology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Neurology, Ortho,  and Medical Oncology.  Our ancillary services include: laboratory, respiratory, sleep lab, speech/PT/OT therapies, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, wound center, pulmonary function,  and radiology with MRI, CT, Dexascan, Ultrasound, Echo, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine. 

Bluffton Medical Group (BMG):

BMG has providers in the same building as the hospital in addition to two sites in Bluffton (OB/Gyn and Cherry Street Family Practice, along with outlying offices in Ossian, Warren, and Markle.    BMG was originally the Caylor Nickel Physician practice which was based off of the Mayo Clinic model.    BRMC and BMG (formerly Caylor Nickel Medical Center) have served the community of Bluffton for nearly 125 years.  BMG has 25 employed physicians/providers.  

Comprehensive Compensation Package may include:

• Commencement Bonus
• Competitive Salary Base
• Relocation Assistance
• Residency Stipend
• Medical Education Debt Reimbursement
• Full Benefit Package - Healthcare, Life, Vacation, and Retirement programs

Bluffton, Indiana and Surrounding Area:

• Small rural community with a population of 28,500 with the average age being 39 of which 49.4% is male and 50.6 % is female
• Indiana ranks 2nd as the “ Most affordable State”
• Multiple industries located throughout the county in addition to agriculture
• Excellent public school systems - Bluffton Harrison Metropolitan School District, Norwell School System, and Southern Wells along with two private/parochial schools.
• Excellent Parks and Recreation Department that has been ranked number one in the state.
• Home to Ouabache State Park with a beautiful River Greenway running from the state park to the center ofthe cityand extending to the north side of the city. The greenway is located alongside the beautiful Wabash River.
• Caylor Nickel Foundation YMCA that includes an indoor pool, early learning child center ( daycare), basketball courts, wellness center, and multiple classes including water aerobics, cycling, dance, yoga, and judo.
• 2 golf courses
• Creative Arts council with arts and educational exhibitions, Kehoe Park which is an amphitheater alongside the Wabash river.
• 4-H fairgrounds
• Boutiques, antique stores, locally owned restaurants,abrewery ,and a beautiful courthouse plaza with an outdoor stage for activities.
• Known for the World Famous Street fair that occurs every year dating back to 1898.
• Close proximity to the greater Fort Wayne Area ( 35 minutes), Chicago ( 3.5 hours) and Indianapolis ( 1.5 hours).

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop personal relationships with patients and collaborate with their PCP.
• Focus on wellness and education to the patient.
• Work collegially with peers
• Create a plan of care including ordering tests, diagnostics, therapies and monitor results over time.
• On site work schedule 32 hours patient care/ 4 hours charting/ 4.5 day work week.