Rheumatology Career in Michigan waterside community

McLaren Bay Region and McLaren Central Michigan are recruiting a Rheumatologist for an employed opportunity in Bay City and Mount Pleasant, Michigan.

1. Join this physician-led organization and support a growing service line in Bay City and Mount Pleasant, Michigan.
2. Enjoy supportive and accessible leadership that prioritizes physician input and operational support.
3. Opportunity to build a robust patient panel quickly.
4. 100% Outpatient opportunity
5. 4 days/week at McLaren Bay Region, 1 day/week at McLaren Central Michigan.
6. Monday-Friday (8am-4:30pm), No weekends. No Call coverage.
7. MA and Receptionist in the clinic.
8. Average of 16-18 patients/day
9. Cerner EMR
10. Can support J1 (2027) and H1b visas.
11. Relocation assistance, immigration support, student loan repayment and sign-on bonus are all negotiable.

As a McLaren Rheumatologist, here are some of the benefits you can expect:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• CME funds & CME days
• Med mal insurance
• health/vision/dental insurances
• License/DEA reimbursement for employed providers
• Two investment options (403b and 457)

Facility Highlights
McLaren Bay Region , is 415-bed acute care hospital providing specialty, primary and preventative care located in Bay City, Michigan. Services include cardiovascular, neuroscience, women’s health, orthopedics, rehabilitation, home health and hospice care, EMS, and oncology. The emergency department treats more than 45,000 patients a year. McLaren Bay Region is affiliated with more than 50 educational institutions for training a wide variety of clinical personnel. As the regional leader in cardiovascular and neuroscience services, the Bay medical center cares for patients throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region with a population of nearly 500,000.

McLaren Central Michigan is a 118-bed acute care, CMS 5-Star rated hospital located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. It offers a full range of health and wellness services including Primary Care, Emergency Medicine, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery and Cancer Services. McLaren Central Michigan is recognized as an accessible and dependable source of quality medical care for residents of Mount Pleasant, Isabella County, and central Michigan. In addition to its medical staff of over 50 active physicians, it is affiliated with more than 150 other quality providers. The hospital is one of the region’s largest employers, with approximately 400 employ­ees and many volunteers. McLaren Central Michigan received the Governor’s Award of Excellence for 2017 and 2019. The hospital was named one of the Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals in the United States by The Chartis Center for Rural Health in 2019. McLaren Central Michigan holds The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospital Accreditation and is the only hospital in the central Michigan area to consistently receive an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade from Fall 2018 – Fall 2022.

McLaren Bay Region and McLaren Central Michigan are subsidiaries of McLaren Health Care, a fully integrated health care delivery system committed to quality, evidence-based patient care and cost efficiency. The McLaren system includes 12 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a 490-member employed primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs covering approximately 640,000 lives in Michigan and Indiana, and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan’s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, one of only 51 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the U.S.

Community Living
Bay City - Anchored between the fresh water of Lake Huron and the Saginaw Bay, Bay City is a beautiful waterside community with small town charm and big city amenities. Located on I-75 expressway, the area airport is only minutes away. The Bay region includes a wide array of unique shops, art galleries, and over 25 one-of-a-kind restaurants. There is something to discover around every corner in the historic downtown and endless small towns and nearby villages to explore. The Bay City area hosts activities for all ages. Golf, fishing, concerts, art and cultural events, waterfront boat racing, elegant tall ship cruises and even a 360-digital screen at Delta College Planetarium. Families value the community’s diverse educational institutions; public and parochial schools plus four Colleges/Universities. The area offers housing to fit everyone’s needs: rural, farmland, suburban neighborhoods, historical homes, and waterfront living. Bay County offers it all!

Mount Pleasant - Situated at the center of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, Mt. Pleasant is a conveniently located town offering many amenities you’d find in a larger city. Mount Pleasant is the home of Central Michigan University, it’s relatively new CMU College of Medicine, and Mid-Michigan College. In addition to the strong university presence, the area’s public and private schools offer families great K-12 educational opportunities. When looking for housing, Mount Pleasant offers a variety of options from family-friendly neighborhoods to rural homes with acreage. Rental opportunities are also available. The picturesque four-season climate of Michigan, combined with the abundance of lakes and the Chippewa River, make Mount Pleasant a perfect destination for outdoor activities. Camping, kayaking, picnicking, swimming, fishing, hiking, and accessible walking, and biking trails are just some of the amenities. For the golf enthusiast, there are 11 golf courses within 30 minutes from town, and for those who enjoy live performances, the Soaring Eagle Waterpark, Hotel, and Casino complex brings top-notch performers to its stage. Mount Pleasant’s downtown area offers many dining, cultural events, and shopping options. With all the amenities the area offers, while retaining a true “hometown” feel, Mount Pleasant is a delightful place to call home.