Job Description

Join the Munson Healthcare Team!

Full-time | On-call

Summary: The Munson Family Medicine Residency program in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan is seeking a full-time board-certified Family Medicine Physician to train the next generation of family physicians. 

As a faculty member, this person will develop the future of medicine in a family-friendly and supportive environment. 

This position will be fully engaged in all aspects of residency training, devoting approximately equal amounts of time to: 

• Providing clinical instruction to and oversight of medical residents and medical students in the ambulatory clinic, hospital, and other training sites. 
• Providing didactic instruction (seminars, lectures, workshops, grand rounds). 
• Mentoring and advising residents and medical students. 
• Providing patient care at the clinic and hospital in full-scope family medicine, including obstetrics is preferred. 
• Administrative duties, including participating in faculty meetings, serving on committees, participating in accreditation and other reviews, and representing the program at professional and organization. Curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation. 

This rural-focused program is progressive, 6-6-6, unopposed, fully accredited with Osteopathic Recognition. and is located in one of Michigan’s prime vacation locations. 

The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical, teaching, and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of inpatient adult, pediatric, and OB is preferred but not required. Previous teaching experience or additional fellowship training may be beneficial but is not required.  

Full time for those that do hospital work and take call is 4.5 days per week with a half day off for compensation time due call responsibilities. Call ratio varies depending on scope of practice, with an average ratio of 1:5 / 6

Standard Qualifications:

Education / Training:  

• MD or DO 
• Successful completion of an approved U.S. Residency training program approved by the Accrediting Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) of the American Medical Association, or the American Osteopathic Association or its equivalent.  

Work Experience: 

• Family Medicine including both ambulatory and inpatient clinical practice. Current obstetrical practice is preferred but not required. Previous work in medical education is also preferred.

Certification, Licensure, Registration: 

• Board eligible/certified to practice in the State of Michigan 

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 

EHR

• Oracle Health

Find more than your next job. Find your community.  

• We’re northern Michigan’s largest healthcare system and we are deeply rooted in the communities we serve. That means that our patients are often our family, friends and neighbors – and it’s special to be able to care for them. And as one of the top healthcare systems to work for in Michigan by Forbes (American’s Best Employers by State 2022), we’re committed to your ongoing growth and development. 
• After work, you’ll find things to do in every season – beaches, outdoor recreation, unique restaurants, world-class wineries, arts and entertainment.  
• As a non-profit healthcare system, Munson Healthcare provides $65 million in health care programs and education, as well as free discounted and unreimbursed services.  

Munson Healthcare by the Numbers:

• 8 hospitals
• 694 licensed acute care beds
• 212 licensed long-term care beds
• 7,500 employees
• 1,000 physicians
• 63 specialties
• 540,000 residents
• We cover 14,667 square miles – about the size of Vermont and Delaware combined.
• Munson Healthcare Home Health and Munson Healthcare Hospice serve 29 counties.  

  Why Choose Munson Healthcare: 

• Balance – Get out on the water, in the woods, on the trails or around town  
• Opportunity – Be a part of northern Michigan’s leading healthcare team with opportunities for personal and professional growth throughout the healthcare system 
• Flexibility – A career that can change as your life changes  
• Teamwork – Our people make Munson Healthcare a great place to work!    

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.  

Traverse City, Michigan 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer  

 Munson Healthcare 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. 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.