Physician - Infectious Diseases

Northern Michigan, MI

Specialty Infectious Diseases
Profession Physician

Join Munson Healthcare’s Infectious Disease Team!

Full Time | 1:4 Call

Munson Healthcare is seeking a board-eligible or board-certified Infectious Disease physician to join three infectious disease specialists and a nurse practitioner in an established practice in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan.

This opportunity offers diverse clinical practice providing inpatient consultation and outpatient care to patients throughout northern Michigan. Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care while enjoying life in a vibrant lakeside community known for its natural beauty and year-round recreation.

The Benefits of Working at Munson: 

  • Competitive market-based compensation
  • Full benefits, paid holidays, and generous paid time off
  • CME Allowance
  • Professional Liability
  • Sign On Bonus
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match and personal consulting 
  • Wellness plans, an employee assistance program and employee discounts

Ready to make a difference? Position Duties/Highlights Include:

  • Provide inpatient and outpatient care consultation and ongoing treatment of chronic infectious diseases.
  • Deliver comprehensive care for patient panel, including management of chronic diseases directly or through collaboration with primary care physicians and specialists.
  • Work in a team environment (with social work, care management, integrated behavioral health, pharmacy, nutrition, health education), process feedback, and facilitate open discussion.
  • Implement plans of care in collaboration with the patient, their family and other team members.
  • Develop strong transitional care plans. Keep track of paneled patients along the whole continuum of care including hospital discharges, emergency department, skilled nursing facilities, and home care.
  • Vigilant in keeping track of patients and their disease processes to avoid emergency department visits, admissions to the hospital, and readmissions.
  • Assist with educating patients regarding their chronic diseases and healthy choices.
  • Assist with the education and discussion of chronic disease progress and advanced directives.

Standard Qualifications:

  • Medical degree (MD or DO)
  • MI license or eligible for medication licensure in the State of Michigan 
  • Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Fellowship Trained in Infectious Disease

EHR

  • Oracle Health (Cerner)

About Traverse City, Michigan   

Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City is a vibrant, four-season resort community renowned for its stunning natural beauty, cultural attractions, and exceptional quality of life. Highlights include:   

  • Outdoor Recreation: Endless opportunities for skiing, hiking, biking, boating, and golfing in a region surrounded by pristine lakes, forests, and trails.   
  • Cultural Hub: Home to the National Cherry Festival, vibrant arts scenes, award-winning wineries, and a burgeoning culinary landscape.   
  • Top-Rated Schools: Excellent public and private schools, making it an ideal place for families.   
  • Accessibility: Convenient regional airport with direct flights to major cities, ensuring easy travel for professional and personal needs.