Physician Bronson Primary Care Partners - B Drive S, Battle Creek, MI

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Location
Battle Creek-5161 B Drive S.

Title
Physician Bronson Primary Care Partners - B Drive S, Battle Creek, MI

Description

Primary Care Physician

Portage Physicians, PC | Southwest Michigan
Partnership Track Available

Portage Physicians, PC is seeking a compassionate, dedicated primary care physician to join our team. As a privately owned, physician-run company, we offer the opportunity to build a rewarding career in a practice where physicians have a voice in the care they deliver and the future of the organization.

We value strong patient relationships, clinical collaboration, and a sustainable balance between professional and personal life.

What We Offer

• Physician leadership: Work within a private company led by physicians who understand the demands and rewards of clinical practice.
• Partnership opportunity: Partnership track available for physicians interested in long-term ownership and practice leadership.
• Competitive compensation and benefits: A comprehensive package designed to support your career and personal well-being.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) with profit sharing.
• Eight weeks of vacation: generous time away to rest, recharge, and spend time with family.
• Collaborative environment: Join physician and advanced practice provider colleagues committed to high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care, including preventive services, chronic disease management, and evaluation of acute concerns.
• Build lasting relationships with patients and support informed, shared decision-making.
• Collaborate with clinical colleagues and care teams to coordinate treatment and follow-up.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in quality improvement and practice initiatives that strengthen patient care.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in a primary care specialty appropriate to the position.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Michigan.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to care.
• Commitment to clinical excellence, professionalism, and patient service.

Build Your Future with Portage Physicians

Join a private, physician-run practice that offers meaningful career growth, an available path to partnership, and time to enjoy life beyond medicine.

About Battle Creek, Michigan: Located midway between Chicago and Detroit, we occupy a beautiful part of the state of Michigan that offers cultural opportunities, economic diversification and affordable real estate. With a major focus on education, there are several colleges including Western Michigan University, as well as many private and parochial schools. Graduates ofthe public high schoolsofKalamazoo can take advantage of theKalamazoo Promisea pledge by a group of anonymous donors to pay up to 100 percent of tuition at Michigancolleges and universities. The area offers many year-round family attractions, events and festivals for children of all ages. Abundant natural resources, including easy access to Lake Michigan and many other inland lakes, make it the perfect choice for biking, boating and skiing.

Interested Candidates please email CV to Hilary Wade, Physician Recruiter: wadeh@bronsonhg.org

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.

ShiftFirst ShiftTime TypeFull timeScheduled Weekly Hours40Cost Center2400 Medical Staff Office (BHG)