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Family Practice Job in Hancock, Michigan

100% outpatient adult only primary care. Make a meaningful impact here in Northern Michigan

Company:Lifepoint Health

Profession/Specialty:Family Practice

Location:Hancock, Michigan, United States

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent

Job Description

 

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

  1. Schedule: Monday–Friday, with shared phone-only call
  2. No inpatient responsibilities – focus fully on your patients during office hours
  3. Adult-Only Patient Panel – deliver thoughtful, personalized care to adult and geriatric populations
  4. Well-Established Practice – built-in support with room to grow
  5. Genuine Work-Life Balance – manageable workload, time for family, and space to recharge

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:

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

UP Health System Portage is a 36-bed hospital located in Hancock and has served the Western Upper Peninsula since 1896. Our 36-bed hospital in Hancock is part of the Lifepoint Health network, a nationwide leader in community-based healthcare. Our key services include:

About the Community:

Houghton/Hancock is a vibrant university community where natural beauty, history, and culture meet. Located on the shores of Lake Superior, this four-season destination offers:

UP Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

 

 

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About UP Health System – Portage

As a healthcare organization serving the northernmost region of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, we understand that local access to exceptional care is both vital and deeply personal. At UP Health System – Portage, we view this responsibility as a core promise to our community—one we uphold with unwavering dedication, comprehensive resources, and a continual focus on quality patient care and patient satisfaction.

Located in the northwestern four‑county area of the Keweenaw Peninsula, our region is known for its rugged natural beauty and strong sense of community. This scenic stretch of land extending into Lake Superior is home to a warm, family‑centered population, excellent schools, a vibrant arts culture, and world‑class year‑round outdoor recreation. Our environment inspires a lifestyle rooted in wellness, connection, and pride of place—values that guide the care we deliver every day.

UP Health System – Portage has been proudly serving the Western Upper Peninsula since 1896. Our hospital and outlying clinics support a multi‑specialty group of more than 40 physicians and over a dozen allied health professionals—each committed to delivering compassionate, high‑quality care with a personal touch.

Our 36‑bed main campus offers advanced medical services designed to enhance accuracy, comfort, and outcomes, including:

  • The area’s only Open Bore MRI
  • 64‑slice CT scanner
  • PACS, nuclear imaging, and digital mammography
  • Comprehensive radiological and laboratory services

Additional services supporting patient satisfaction and continuity of care include:

  • Cardiopulmonary services
  • Certified sleep disorder center
  • Regional dialysis unit
  • On‑site pharmacy
  • Rehabilitation and audiology services
  • A 12/7 hospitalist program ensuring consistent inpatient care
  • Home care and hospice for patients and families
  • A 60‑bed senior living community offering compassionate support

UP Health System – Portage is home to Michigan’s first Level III ASC‑verified trauma center and emergency department, a testament to our commitment to providing timely, expert emergency care when it matters most. To further ensure accessible care for all, we also operate an Express Care walk‑in clinic, meeting everyday health needs quickly and conveniently.

 

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