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Internal Medicine Physician

Facility UP Health System-Portage
Location 500 Campus Drive, Hancock, MI
Provider Type Physician
Specialty Internal Medicine
Job ID #6098

Your Healing Mission Matters

As a Primary Care Physician at UP Health System in Hancock, MI you will be inspired by the community you serve as a valued member of the Lifepoint Health team, a nationally recognized healthcare organization committed to caring with a local heart. You'll have access to the staff, resources, and technologies needed to make a meaningful impact on patient care while contributing to a positive, collaborative work environment. At Lifepoint, you'll find a workplace where what truly matters is achievable - from your career goals to your well-being.

Position Detail

UP Health System - Portage invites BE/BC Internal Medicine or Adult-only Family Medicine physicians with a special interest in Geriatrics to apply for our full turnkey practice in the scenic town of Hancock, Michigan. This outpatient-only position offers a perfect blend of professional fulfillment and quality of life.

  • Work Schedule: Monday - Friday with shared phone-only call. No inpatient responsibilities.
  • Patient Population: Adult patients only - no pediatrics.
  • Practice Environment: A well-established practice with tremendous growth opportunities.
  • Guaranteed Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a manageable workload that allows for personal time and family life.

Visa Support:

  • J-1 Waiver: State Conrad 30, ARC, DRA, HHS based on location and specialty.
  • H-1B: Support via the H-1B lottery.
  • O-1: Visa support available.

Our compensation package can include:

  1. Competitive base salary plus worked relative value unit (wRVU) production bonus
  2. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
  3. Paid time off and retirement plan
  4. Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
  5. Student loan repayment assistance
  6. Early-commitment residency stipend
  7. Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days
  8. Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage
  9. Marketing and practice growth assistance

UP Health System Portage is a 36-bed hospital located in Hancock, MI and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

UP Health System - Portage has been serving the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan since 1896. Our main campus is a 36-bed hospital, featuring:

  • A verified chest pain center through the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC).
  • The first Level III ACS (American College of Surgeons)-verified trauma center and emergency department in the state.
  • A multi-specialty medical community of over 40 physicians and a dozen allied health professionals.

About the Community:

Houghton/Hancock, located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, is a university community with big ideas and a small-town feel. This area offers:

  • Cultural and Recreational Activities: Art galleries, museums,m beautiful nature trails, and the beaches of Lake Superior.
  • Four-Season Wonderland: Enjoy hiking, biking, and outdoor activities year-round.
  • Quality of Life: Experience a community that values small-town charm, rich history, and a high standard of living without long commutes or congested highways.
  • Educational and Cultural Enrichment: Michigan Technological University brings diversity, culture, and high standards of living to the area.

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