EM MD/DO opening: $182$202/hr + RVUs | 15K visits EM done right at Franciscan

Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO)

Facility: Franciscan Health Munster

Location: Munster, Indiana

Job Type: Full-Time

Position & Facility Overview

Franciscan Health Munster is seeking a dedicated, compassionate Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) to join a supportive and well-resourced emergency department serving the Northwest Indiana region. This opportunity offers manageable volume, strong APC support, and RVU-based earnings within a collaborative, patient-first culture.

Located in the Chicago metropolitan area, this role blends clinical stability, income growth potential, and an outstanding lifestyle="">

Emergency Department Highlights

• Annual ED Volume: ~15,000 visits
• Emergency Department Beds: 15
• Coverage Model:
  • 24 hours/day physician coverage
  • 8 hours/day APC coverage (Monday–Friday)
• Team-based care with efficient workflows
• Balanced acuity in a community hospital setting

Facility Overview

Franciscan Health Munster is a 63-bed acute care hospital offering nearly 50 medical specialties and subspecialties, including:

• Advanced heart and cardiovascular care
• Orthopedic surgery
• Comprehensive imaging and diagnostics
• Laboratory and inpatient services

The hospital is known for its clinical excellence, advanced technology, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration, allowing Emergency Medicine physicians to focus on delivering high-quality care.

Compensation & Benefits (Aggressive Recruiter-Style)

Base Hourly Rates + RVU Upside

• Day / Mid Shifts: $182.48/hour
• Night Shifts: $202.48/hour

Estimated Annual Base Earnings (1,440 Hours)

• Days/Mid Shift: ~$262,800 annually
• Nights: ~$291,600 annually

(Actual earnings vary based on shift mix.)

RVU Incentive Structure – Designed for High Performers

• RVU Rate: $7.04 per RVU
• Target Productivity Equivalent: $245/hour

Physicians meeting target productivity can reasonably achieve:

• ~$352,800 annually (1,440 hours × $245/hour)
• Additional upside for high-efficiency providers exceeding target RVUs

This model rewards productivity without sacrificing schedule flexibility or work-life balance.

Additional Compensation Highlights

• Full-Time employment with consistent scheduling
• Strong APC coverage to support throughput
• RVU-driven earning potential layered on top of solid base rates
• Supportive onsite leadership and Franciscan Health infrastructure
• Stable, transparent compensation model

Top Reasons to Apply

• RVU target equivalent of $245/hour
• Realistic earning potential of $350K+ annually
• Manageable ED volume (~15K visits/year)
• 24/7 physician coverage with weekday APC support
• Multiple shift types (days, mids, nights)
• Practice in a modern, well-equipped community hospital
• Part of a respected, mission-driven health system
• Live just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago
• Excellent balance of income, autonomy, and lifestyle="">