Anesthesiology physician

Location: Kokomo, Indiana at Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo. This job is located in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) and/or Medically Underserved Area/Population (MUA/P).

About the role

Ascension Medical Group is seeking a full-time anesthesiologist for an employed position in suburban Indianapolis. Join an established team of anesthesiologists and advanced practice providers (APPs) in a busy, well-respected practice with a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

• Practice setting: Inpatient
• Call required: Monday to Friday with a weekend and holiday call rotation (q5 schedule)
• Post-call day off when fully staffed
• CRNA medical supervision model
• Bread & butter cases (includes OB and ortho)
• No cardiac or neonatal cases
• Main OR and ASC coverage
• Access to tenured and collegial team
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system

Responsibilities

• Drive quality and cost-effectiveness initiatives to continuously improve patient care outcomes
• Accept patient referrals from fellow physicians to support a collaborative network of care
• Serve as admitting, attending, or consulting physician for hospitalized patients based on clinical and facility needs

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
• Eligible for Indiana state medical licensure and DEA registration
• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Indiana Medical Licensing Board (required prior to hire date)
• Advanced Life Support preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted)
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Productivity incentives (RVU / Quality)
• CME allowance + dedicated CME days
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription, and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, and ongoing professional development
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling, peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits
• Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more

About the facility

Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo is a 117-bed short-term acute care hospital operating 24/7. Features include:

• 24-hour emergency room
• Level III trauma-capable designation
• Only robotic surgery center in Howard County
• Primarily serves a population of approximately 84,000 residents in Howard County, Indiana
• Integrated referral network as part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why join Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service
• Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer
• Inclusive and supportive environment where contributions matter