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Physician - Hospitalist - St. Joseph, MI - Corewell Health South

Corewell Health
United States, Michigan, Niles
May 14, 2026
Corewell Health South is seeking a full-time Hospitalist to join our team in Southwest Michigan. Desire candidates who are patient-centered and team-oriented. Prefer board eligible/board certified in Internal Medicine. The Hospitalist Team provides 24/7 inpatient coverage at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital St. Joseph and Corewell Health Niles Hospital. Block-style schedule with providers rotating seven (7) consecutive days on followed by seven (7) days off. Shifts are from 8:00am to 8:00pm, and 8:00pm to 8:00am. Epic electronic health record is used for documentation. Team includes adult medicine physicians and advanced practitioners, including dedicated nocturnists. Procedures available but not required. No intubation or vent management. Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital has a closed, 18-bed ICU and 12-bed progressive care unit with 24/7 intensivist coverage. A variety of sub-specialists available for referrals and collaboration opportunities on patient care. Corewell Health South is seeking a full-time Hospitalist to join our team in Southwest Michigan. Desire candidates who are patient-centered and team-oriented. Prefer board eligible/board certified in Internal Medicine. The Hospitalist Team provides 24/7 inpatient coverage at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital St. Joseph and Corewell Health Niles Hospital. Block-style schedule with providers rotating seven (7) consecutive days on followed by seven (7) days off. Shifts are from 8:00am to 8:00pm, and 8:00pm to 8:00am. Epic electronic health record is used for documentation. Team includes adult medicine physicians and advanced practitioners, including dedicated nocturnists. Procedures available but not required. No intubation or vent management. Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital has a closed, 18-bed ICU and 12-bed progressive care unit with 24/7 intensivist coverage. A variety of sub-specialists available for referrals and collaboration opportunities on patient care. Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital, St. Joseph 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 departments include 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. A Great Community on a Great Lake! 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. Southwest Michigan is home to Whirlpool Corporation's Global Headquarters and Andrews University - one of the most diverse college campuses in the United States. One of the most affordable places to live in Michigan, we offer a peaceful, relaxed quality of life, with excellent public and private schools and a wide variety of outdoor and cultural activities only 90 minutes from downtown Chicago. Corewell Health 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 65,000+ dedicated people-including more than 12,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,500 nurses providing care and services in 21 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities-and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.3 million members Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness. For more information, visit corewellhealth.org. Essential Functions Provide direct patient care, including: assessment, diagnostic evaluation, on-going treatment and clinical management, necessary referral for consultation, care planning, management of medications/therapeutic orders, transfer authorization, and determination of readiness and planning for discharge in accordance with rules, regulations, professional or ethical standards of practice prevailing in the community applicable to physician's applicable practice specialty. Direct contact and consultation with patient, family members, friends, advocates, and other physicians and healthcare providers to ensure effective communication regarding patient status and plan of care. Accurate and timely completion of all clinical and professional records and documentation to assure compliance with organization policies and local, state and federal regulatory, licensure and accreditation requirements. Follow all policies, procedures and regulations set forth by Corewell Health South, Hospitalist Leadership, Medical Staff Bylaws, employment contract and the State of Michigan. Demonstrate commitment to the continuous improvement of the patient experience, including patient safety, quality of care, professionalism and excellent service. Qualifications Required Doctorate 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 required Physical Demands Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Sitting: Frequently Standing: Occasionally Walking: Occasionally Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom Handling: Occasionally Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom Visual Acuity [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. 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, pet 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 - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph Department Name Hospitalists - Medical Group South 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 CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. 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. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.