Physician - Corewell Health Hospice - St Joseph, MI

Spectrum Health; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay

Discounts directory

Identity protection

Retirement options

Job summary

Corewell Health, serving St Joseph and Niles in Michigan, seeks an experienced, board-certified Hospice physician to lead a large hospice team and oversee regulatory compliance. The role includes patient assessments, symptom management, family discussions, and collaboration with APPs, nurses, therapists, care managers and spiritual care providers.

The position is full-time, typically 8a-5p with on-call duties in a collaborative care setting across Southwest Michigan, with a strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• Board-certified physician with hospice care expertise and CMS knowledge.
• Fellowship-trained in Hospice Care with 5+ years of clinical practice.
• Experience leading project teams and physician leaders.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor medical needs of patients and families.
• Provide high-quality medical services in cost-effective, appropriate care.
• Oversee Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners delivering delegated services.
• Develop and implement teaching strategies for staff education.
• Ensure documentation meets regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with health care team for continuity of care.
• Advocate for patients and families.
• Participate in process improvement and clinical path development.
• Support financial and patient satisfaction goals.

Skills

Board Certification

Hospice Care

Leadership experience

Education

MD or DO licensed in MI

Job description

Corewell Health in St Joseph and Niles, MI, is seeking an experienced, compassionate, Board Certified Physician to join the dedicated team of Hospice providers to help meet the needs of hospice patients in our community.

This position will be responsible for clinical oversight of a large hospice team, ensuring patients are appropriate for hospice, adhering to all regulations and CMS requirements for both the physician and the hospice service.

Seeing patients as needed for acute symptoms, goals of care, or family meetings.

Regularly assess patients for correct level of care while serving patients of Corewell Health Hospice of Southwest Michigan in the Allegan, Berrien, Cass, & Van Buren County service areas.

Corewell Health Hospice specializes in providing end of life care and symptom management to individuals with a life expectancy of six months or less, serving individuals in their home, nursing facilities, and Hanson Hospice Center.

This is a full-time opportunity, Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, plus call coverage, for Corewell Health West and Corewell Health South. We desire candidates who are fellowship trained and Board Certified in Hospice Care with 5 years of experience, who enjoy being part of a collaborative care team that includes APPs, nurses, therapists, care managers and spiritual caregivers.

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 relate 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.
• Actively works with Corewell Health to meet financial and patient satisfaction goals.

Qualifications

LIC-Physician (MD) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire Required Or LIC-Osteopathic Physician (DO) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire Required CRT-DEA Registration - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire Required CRT-Controlled Substance (CDS) - STATE_MI State of Michigan - Upon Hire Required Board Certification. Required At least four years' experience in clinical practice, preferably in a medical group setting. Required Experience in leading project teams and a commitment to develop as a physician leader. Preferred With a rich history dating back to the 1800s, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph, Michigan, is a beacon of medical excellence in the region – continually working to create an integrated system of care that is accessible, affordable, compassionate, and responsible. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility, with more than 250 beds, includes the recent addition of our Medical Pavilion – a multi‑million‑dollar expansion creating more than 260,000 square feet of new space, provides an array of inpatient and ambulatory services. The newly renovated emergency department includes 34 patient beds, 12 observation beds and additional treatment areas for the more than 45,000 patients we see each year. This transformation is part of a long‑term vision to invest in the health of the community for generations to come. Corewell Health in southwest Michigan is a teaching hospital, offering residencies in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, and Internal Medicine. We also host 3rd and 4th year medical students from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Central Michigan University College of Medicine. You will also find a diverse medical staff who care deeply about serving our close‑knit community, and many providers who support and participate in medical missions all over the world.

Saint Joseph, Michigan, often referred to as “The Riviera of the Midwest,” is a picturesque community nestled on the west coast of Michigan.

The city is celebrated for its stunning lakeshore, adorned with remarkable sand dune formations, and its lush countryside, which is recognized as the nation’s largest non‑citrus fruit‑growing region.

You will find a small‑town atmosphere with a vibrant economy, supported by employers like Whirlpool Corporation, Leco Corporation, and Corewell Health.

Saint Joseph is renowned for its quality public school system, comprehensive healthcare system, and natural amenities such as beaches and parks. Additionally, Saint Joseph’s proximity to Chicago—just 90 miles away—offers the perfect blend of small‑town charm and access to a major metropolitan area.

We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On‑demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.

Primary Location SITE - Hospice & Palliative Care Royalton - 4025 Health Park Ln - St Joseph

Employment Type Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 8a-5p Days Worked M-F variable after-hours and weekends on-call Weekend Frequency On-call weekends

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category.

We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not‑for‑profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post‑acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider‑sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.