Internal Medicine - Nocturnist Opportunity - Kalamazoo, MI & Battle Creek, MI

Company: Permanent Placement Resources, LLC
Location: Kalamazoo
Posted on: January 28, 2023

Job Description:

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Internal Medicine – Nocturnist Opportunity - Kalamazoo, MI & Battle Creek, MI
Bronson Medical Group has an excellent opportunity for an Internal Medicine Board Certified/Board Eligible physician to join our existing physician group for the inpatient services at our facilities located in Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, MI. Coverage for both hospitals may be required. Bronson has an affiliation with Western Michigan Medical School so physicians may round with residents. This opportunity requires a candidate to be licensed or eligible for a Michigan medical license and prior completion of a residency in Internal Medicine. Family Medicine candidates may be considered if they are Board Certified and have a minimum of 2 years experience in inpatient hospital medicine.

Offering a full range of services from primary care to advanced critical care, Bronson is locally owned and governed. This is an opportunity to join a group that is part of a health organization that is number one in its market and has an established reputation for high quality and customer service excellence. Bronson offers a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, CME stipend, malpractice coverage, generous PTO and a comprehensive benefit package.

At Bronson, our vision is simple and straightforward - to create an exceptional healthcare experience for every person every time. Bronson Healthcare Group is a not-for-profit, community-governed health system serving nine counties in southwest Michigan. With 8,500 employees, more than 1,000 medical staff members, and nearly 800 licensed beds, Bronson is the largest employer and leading healthcare system in southwest Michigan.

Bronson Healthcare Group is located just east of Lake Michigan and 150 miles from the Chicago area offering a diverse cultural opportunity, very affordable real estate, a major focus on education and a variety of recreation options including year-round family attractions and festivals. Our local area is home Western University, Kalamazoo College and several international companies including Stryker, Pfizer, Zoetis and Kellogg.

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.

Thank you for your consideration, Please let me know if you have interest in this opportunity and I will facilitate getting you additional information.

Kind Regards,

Jill Allen
Director of Recruiting

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