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Bronson Methodist Hospital

Southwest Michigan health system

Primary Care Physician

Physicians & SurgeonsPosted on Nov 11
Full-timeBattle Creek, MI, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An MD or DO degree is required.
  • Board certification or board eligibility in a primary care specialty appropriate to the position is required.
  • Eligibility for medical licensure in Michigan is required.
  • A current Michigan medical license is required.
  • A current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) Certificate of Registration is required.
  • All requirements for medical staff privileges must be maintained.
  • At least two years of direct or internship experience is required.
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques is required.
  • Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment is required.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills and proper telephone etiquette are required.
  • The ability to perform tactfully and professionally is required.
  • The ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with federal guidelines and regulations is required.
  • Direct patient-care employees must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.
  • The role requires sustained alertness and concentration during detailed work and operation of a personal computer or CRT for 40 to 70 percent of the time.
  • The role involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of objects weighing 20 pounds or less, assistance with heavier tasks such as lifting and moving patients, and some straining or fatiguing positions and physical motions.

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.
  • Interview, examine, and treat clinical patients to meet their medical needs.
  • Educate patients and families about wellness, prevention, and early detection by providing materials and resources.
  • Determine necessary referrals based on examination findings and patient needs.
  • Determine the urgency of follow-up and referral or consultation appointments.
  • Exercise final medical judgment on healthcare issues.
  • Prescribe medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients.
  • Order studies, tests, and ancillary services.
  • Document all services in patient medical records.
  • Regularly review long-term cases requiring ongoing medical attention.
  • Consult with the Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education.
  • Participate in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient-care programs established by hospital or clinic requirements.
  • Oversee mid-level medical staff as assigned and nursing clinical staff.
  • Assist in resolving patient complaints, requests, and inquiries.
  • Provide customer service in accordance with the organization’s mission, values, and customer-service standards.

About the Company

Bronson Methodist Hospital

Southwest Michigan health system

Bronson Methodist Hospital is a nonprofit health system serving southwest Michigan. The system provides hospital, primary, specialty, emergency, outpatient, rehabilitation, and community health services through regional care locations. It serves patients, families, clinicians, referring providers, and communities throughout southwest Michigan. Its operating model centers on coordinated hospitals and practices supported by clinical programs, technology, facilities, supply chain, and administration. Teams work across nursing, physicians, allied health, rehabilitation, technology, facilities, administration, and patient access. Work depends on coordination among clinical, operational, technical, and support teams across its care settings and communities.

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