NP - Hospitalist Job in Hancock, Michigan
Hospitalist (APP) | Part Time
Company:Lifepoint Health
Professions/Specialties:NP - Hospitalist,General Physician Assistant,PA - Hospitalist,General Nurse Practitioner
Location:Hancock, Michigan, United States
Job Type:Part-time, In-person, Permanent
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Job Description
Your Healing Mission Matters
As a Hospitalist APP at UP Health System-Portage 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 Details
.80 FTE with fulltime benefits
139, 12- hour night shifts per year
Employed position
100% inpatient: inclusive if inpatient, observation, and swing bed patients
Collegial and supportive practice environment
Average daily census of 18 inpatient/observation, 5 swing beds
2pm to 2am with Hospitalist physician on call.
EMR: Meditech Magic
Our compensation package can include:
Competitive base salary plus
Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
401K retirement plan
Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
Student loan repayment assistance
Early-commitment residency stipend
Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage
Marketing and practice growth assistance
About Our Hospital and Health System
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.
About the Community: A university community with big ideas, Houghton/Hancock in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is the perfect place for people to explore their many interests. Visit the art galleries and museums, walk along the beaches of Lake Superior, hike, bike, and explore the beautiful nature trails. Wrap yourself up in a blanket of bright stars, clean air, and open water.
UP Health System-Portage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System-Portage 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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