Physician LakeView Family Care - Decatur

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Location

BLH Bronson LakeView Hospital

Title

Physician LakeView Family Care - Decatur

Bronson LakeView Family Care Decatur is seeking a BC / BE Family Medicine physician to join their established practice.

Position Highlights :

• See patient's in a rural health setting
• No OB or inpatient medicine opportunity
• Hospital-employed, outpatient only position
• Minimal Call required
• Team Approach with RN Ambulatory Care Manager, social worker, pharmacist as well as nurse triage.
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities for participation in Committees and quality work
• Employed position within Bronson Medical Group
• Competitive salary, sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefit package, CME stipend, malpractice with tail coverage, and generous PTO

Qualifications :

• BC / BE in Family Medicine
• Current and Unrestricted State Medical License as MD / DO and DEA Licensure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and quality patient-centered care

Join Bronson Healthcare :

At Bronson, our vision is simple and straightforward exceptional healthcare for every person. With more than 8,800 employees and 1,500 medical staff members, Bronson is the largest employer and leading healthcare system in southwest Michigan. Learn more at .

About Decatur Michigan : The Village of Decatur, off I-94 and mid-way between Detroit and Chicago, is a rural community located in Van Buren County.

The beautiful Lake Michigan is just a short drive away and access to outdoor activities abound, including : five parks, campgrounds, golf courses, lakes for swimming and boating, cross-country skiing and snow mobile trails.

Also, within the county is the 34 mile Kal-Haven Trail which is perfect for walking and biking from Kalamazoo to South Haven.

Kalamazoo, MI is the home of Western Michigan University and is located about 30 minutes from Decatur.

Bronson Healthcare’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging :

At Bronson, we believe all people should have full and equal access to opportunities to live healthy lives. We are committed to putting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) into practice across our health system.

We are building a culture of belonging in an environment free of prejudice, negative bias and stereotypes for those we employ and for the communities we serve.

We are striving to employ a diverse workforce to enhance the quality of care we provide and the interactions we have with our patients, families, colleagues and communities.

We have a strategic focus on DEI to help us live our values by showing respect, building trust and uncovering and addressing avoidable and unjust conditions that negatively impact individual health and wellbeing.

We dedicate ourselves to seeing and advocating for the underserved, removing barriers to care and reducing disparities to conscientiously fulfill our mission : Together, we advance the health of our communities.

Bronson Healthcare’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging :

At Bronson, we believe all people should have full and equal access to opportunities to live healthy lives. We are committed to putting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) into practice across our health system.

We are building a culture of belonging in an environment free of prejudice, negative bias and stereotypes for those we employ and for the communities we serve.

We are striving to employ a diverse workforce to enhance the quality of care we provide and the interactions we have with our patients, families, colleagues and communities.

We have a strategic focus on DEI to help us live our values by showing respect, building trust and uncovering and addressing avoidable and unjust conditions that negatively impact individual health and wellbeing.

We dedicate ourselves to seeing and advocating for the underserved, removing barriers to care and reducing disparities to conscientiously fulfill our mission : Together, we advance the health of our communities.

For more information on Bronson visit bronsonhealth.com.

Interested Candidates please email CV to Hilary Wade at

Physicians are responsible for diagnosing illnesses and prescribing as well as administering treatment for patients suffering from disease or illness.

They also examine patients in addition to obtaining medical histories. Other job responsibilities include ordering, performing and interpreting diagnostic tests in addition to counseling patients regarding preventive healthcare, hygiene and diet.

Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Medical degree and 2 years of direct or intern experience required

Current Medical License in the state of Michigan

Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration

Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges

• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
• Performs in a tactful and professional manner

Work which produces high levels of mental / visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.

Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients.

Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.

• Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs
• Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families
• Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs
• Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral / consultation appointments
• Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care
• Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients
• Orders studies, test and ancillary services
• Documents all services in patient medical record
• Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention
• Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues
• Participates in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements
• Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff
• Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations
• Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service to all customers in a manner reflective of our mission, values and customer service standards.

Shift

First Shift

Time Type

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Cost Center

8513 LakeView Family Medicine Decatur (BLH)

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