Hospitalist UPHS- Portage (MI)

Job description

Location:
Hancock, MI

Hancock is a charming city nestled in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, offering stunning natural landscapes, outdoor recreation, and a close-knit community atmosphere. The area provides a unique opportunity to experience the beauty of the Great Lakes region while making a meaningful impact in a community that values its healthcare providers.

Facility:
This facility is a well-established hospital serving the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, offering a wide range of inpatient services supported by key specialties including general surgery, orthopedic surgery, anesthesia, and radiology available around the clock. With a 23-bed department and a Level 3 trauma designation, the facility provides a collaborative and supportive environment for hospitalist providers.

Opportunity:
Physician - Hospitalist

Job Details:

• Nighttime call coverage only, 12-hour shifts from 7pm to 7am
• Must be US Board Certified with an active Michigan medical license
• Must hold an active Michigan Controlled Substance License and active Michigan DEA
• Average inpatient census of 15 patients per night
• Average of 2 admits per night
• Must be within 20 minutes to admit if needed and available for calls throughout the shift
• Onsite orientation required one day prior to first shift
• Coverage dates include shifts in July and August with ongoing opportunities
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Preferred procedural skills include inpatient care with ICU experience, ventilation management (acute and chronic), intubation, chest tube placement, arterial line placement, PA catheter placement, PICC line placement, and EKG interpretation
• Preferred pediatric skills include inpatient and PICU care, nursery level I, non-invasive ventilation management, pediatric intubation, conscious and deep sedation, and central line placement
• Facility lodging available if needed
• Nearest airport is CMX - Hancock, MI
• Credentialing timeframe approximately 30 days
• Must be licensed in Michigan or hold an IMLC license