Physician-Hospitalist-Grand Rapids, MI

As a Hospitalist Physician at Corewell Health West, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care. You'll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, manage acute and chronic medical conditions, and contribute to the overall well-being of our patients.

Essential Functions :

• Manage acute medical conditions, including admissions, discharges, and rounding.
• The Hospitalists cover both Butterworth and Blodgett Hospitals.
• Coordinate care with specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance patient safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Participate in hospital committees, quality improvement initiatives, and case reviews.
• Mentor medical residents and students, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Excellent schedule of 175 shifts per year consisting primarily of 7 on / 7 off; weeks starting on Tuesdays.
• 7 paid jeopardy shifts scattered throughout the year reduces high census days.
• A dedicated team of 8 nocturnists allows the day shift physicians with little to no night shifts required.
• Census goal of 15 to 17 for rounding shifts.

Compensation and Benefits :

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Supportive work environment focused on physician well-being.

Grand Rapids, Michigan, the second largest city in the state, is an urban community based in West Michigan, only 35 minutes from the shores of Lake Michigan! Grand Rapids boasts top rated public and private schools and is home to several professional sports teams.

There are several colleges and universities in the area. Grand Rapids offers numerous recreational and cultural activities and has a thriving restaurant and brewery scene!

Essential Functions

• Assesses and monitors the medical needs of patients / significant others.
• Provides quality medical services to patients in a cost effective, appropriate manner and ensures coverage of case load at all times.
• Provides input into the development of policies and procedures as they related to medical practice and quality patient care.
• Provides oversight of Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners and others providing delegated services to patients.
• Evaluates patients' / significant others' / staff educational needs and develops and implements appropriate teaching strategies or delegates to appropriate resources.
• Documents in a manner consistent with regulatory standards.
• Communicates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services.

Acts as a patient / family advocate.

Participates in ongoing process improvement activities through the development / application of clinical paths, process improvement and other related activities.

Actively works with Spectrum Health to meet financial and patient satisfaction goals.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree
• LIC-Physician (MD) - STATE MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required Or
• LIC-Osteopathic Physician (DO) - STATE MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
• CRT-DEA Registration - STATE MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
• CRT-Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - AHA American Heart Association If required by specialty or stress test performed 120 Days required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association If required by specialty or stress test performed 120 Days required Or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross If required by specialty or stress test performed 120 Days required

Physical Demands

Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) >

5 lbs : Seldom up to 50 lbs

Waist to Waist >

5 lbs : Seldom up to 50 lbs

Waist to Chest (below shoulder) >

5 lbs : Seldom up to 10 lbs

Waist to Overhead >

5 lbs : Seldom up to 5 lbs

Bilateral Carry >

5 lbs : Seldom up to 25 lbs

Unilateral Carry >

5 lbs : Seldom up to 10 lbs

Pushing Force >

5 lbs : Occasionally up to 25 lbs

Pulling Force >

5 lbs : Occasionally up to 20 lbs

• Sitting : Occasionally
• Standing : Frequently
• Walking : Frequently
• Forward Bend - Standing : Occasionally
• Forward Bend - Sitting : Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Standing : Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Sitting : Occasionally
• Squat : Seldom
• Stair Climbing : Seldom
• Crawling / Kneeling : Seldom
• Reach - Above Shoulder : Occasionally
• Reach - at Shoulder or Below : Occasionally
• Handling : Occasionally
• Forceful Grip >

5 lbs : Occasionally

Forceful Pinch >

2 lbs : Occasionally

• Finger / Hand Dexterity : Frequently
• Visual Acuity ¹

None No; Seldom Yes : Seldom

Primary Location

SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Hospitalists - CHMG West Funded - Grand Rapids

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

Hours of Work

1.0 FTE

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization.

As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.