Physician Hospice / Palliative Medicine - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Corewell Health in St Joseph, MI, is seeking an experienced, compassionate, Board Certified Physician to join the dedicated hospice team of providers to help meet the needs of hospice patients in our community. This position will serve as Site Lead Physician for Corewell Health Hospice of Southwest Michigan in the Allegan, Berrien, Cass, & Van Buren County service area.

Corewell Health Hospice specializes in providing end of life care and symptom management to individuals with a life expectancy of six months or less, serving individuals in their home, nursing facilities, Hanson Hospice Center and in the hospital.

This is a full-time opportunity, Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, plus call coverage, and includes approximately 90% to 95% clinical care and 5% to 10% administrative work including committee participation.

We desire candidates who are fellowship trained and Board Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care with 10 years' experience, who enjoy being part of a collaborative care team that includes APPs, nursing, therapists, care managers and spiritual caregivers.

Responsibilities and performance expectations include :

• Leadership
• Growth
• Quality, Safety & Clinical Innovation - ensuring that the practice meets all

Federal & State regulatory requirements and all payer contract requirements.

alongside our medical students and residents.

Qualifications

Corewell Health South, formerly Spectrum Health Lakeland, is a teaching hospital offering residencies in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, and Internal Medicine.  We also host 3rd and 4th year medical students and are a regional campus of Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD, School of Medicine, Central Michigan University College of Medicine and we are an affiliate of Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 65,000+ dedicated people—including more than 12,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,500 nurses providing care and services in 21 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.3 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness. For more information, visit corewellhealth.org

Recruitment & Benefits Package

Competitive market-based compensation

Health / dental / vision / disability / life insurance / retirement benefits

CME allowance

Relocation assistance provided in accordance with policy

Interview expenses covered

In addition to being a lakeshore community, southwest Michigan is home to Whirlpool Corporation’s Global Headquarters and Andrews University – one of the most diverse college campuses in the United States. Cost of living is affordable. Outdoor activities are many. Great schools are plenty. Access to the big city is easy – only 90 miles from Chicago, and quality of life is better.

You'll also find a diverse medical staff who care deeply about serving our close-knit community, and many providers who support and participate in medical missions all over the world.

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.

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work / life balance goals. Learn more here.

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, pet insurance

Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Hospice & Palliative Care Royalton - 4025 Health Park Lane - St Joseph

Department Name

Provider Services - Hospice South

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8a-5p

Days Worked

M-F

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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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.