Physician - Hospitalist - Zeeland, MI
About the role
Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital is seeking a full time (1.0 FTE) Hospitalist to join their team of 6 physicians and 6 advanced practice providers providing exceptional care for the hospitalized individuals and families in Allegan & Ottawa Counties. Since 1921, Zeeland Hospital has delivered care that's advanced, yet makes patients feel at home. Zeeland Hospitalists work days with a staffing model of two physicians and one APP caring for an average total census of 26 to 28 to include up to 6 ICU beds. Nights are covered by a virtual nocturnist and an on-site APP. Some procedures and vent management required; tela-ICU physician available for consults through state-of-the-art audio/visual equipment.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Qualifications
- License – Michigan MD/DO
- BE/BC Internal Medicine Residency or Family Medicine Residency (with demonstrated strong inpatient experience)
- Certification - Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certification - Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
About the hospital & community
Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital has Level 1 Nursery with over 700 deliveries per year. Family Birth Center offers private birthing suites, and dedicated nurses skilled in all aspects of labor, delivery, recovery, and mother-baby care. By delivering safe, high-quality care, Zeeland Hospital's Family Birth Center was listed among the top 100 US Birthing Centers in 2023. The center also holds Baby-Friendly USA Designation. Our close connection with Helen DeVos Children's Hospital helps physicians provide specialized infant care, if needed.
Living in Zeeland offers families a dense suburban feel along with having a school system in the area that is highly rated. It features a delightful downtown area lined with restaurants and shops, and hosts a yearlong calendar of family-friendly community events. Located about 25 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, it's a popular stop on the way to the lakeshore.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
- Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
- Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Schedule
- Full time, 1.0 FTE
- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
- Shift: Variable
- Days Worked: Variable
- Weekend Frequency: Every other weekend