Hospitalist to join their team of 6 physicians and 6 advanced practice providers providing exceptional care for the hospitalized individuals and families in Allegan & Ottawa Counties. Since 1921, Zeeland Hospital has delivered care that's advanced, yet makes patients feel at home.
Zeeland Hospitalists work days with a staffing model of two physicians and one APP caring for an average total census of 26 to 28 to include up to 6 ICU beds. Nights are covered by a virtual nocturnist and an on-site APP. Some procedures and vent management required; tela-ICU physician available for consults through state-of-the-art audio/visual equipment.
Essential Functions
• Assesses and monitors the medical needs of patients/significant others.
• Provides quality medical services to patients in a cost effective, appropriate manner and ensures coverage of case load at all times.
• Provides input into the development of policies and procedures as they related to medical practice and quality patient care.
• Provides oversight of Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners and others providing delegated services to patients.
• Evaluates patients'/significant others'/staff educational needs and develops and implements appropriate teaching strategies or delegates to appropriate resources.
• Documents in a manner consistent with regulatory standards.
• Communicates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services. Acts as a patient/family advocate.
• Participates in ongoing process improvement activities through the development/application of clinical paths, process improvement and other related activities.
Qualifications
• License - Michigan MD/DO
• BE/BC Internal Medicine Residency or Family Medicine Residency (with demonstrated strong inpatient experience)
• Certification - Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Certification - Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital:
Since 1921, Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital has delivered care that's advanced, yet makes you feel at home. Zeeland Hospital has Level 1 Nursery with over 700 deliveries per year. Family Birth Center offers private birthing suites, and dedicated nurses skilled in all aspects of labor, delivery, recovery, and mother-baby care. By delivering safe, high-quality care, Zeeland Hospital's Family Birth Center was listed among the top 100 US Birthing Centers in 2023. The center also holds Baby-Friendly USA Designation. Our close connection with Helen DeVos Children's Hospital helps physicians provide specialized infant care, if needed.
Strong communities with natural beauty:
Living in Zeeland offers families a dense suburban feel along with having a school system in the area that is highly rated. It features a delightful downtown area lined with restaurants and shops, and hosts a yearlong calendar of family-friendly community events. Located about 25 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, it's a popular stop on the way to the lakeshore.
Primary Location
SITE - Zeeland Hospital - 8333 Felch - Zeeland
Department Name
Hospitalists Zeeland - Medical Group West
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Variable (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
Variable
Days Worked
Variable
Weekend Frequency
Every other weekend
