Join Our Alpena, Michigan Team as a Hospitalist or Nocturnist Hospital Medicine Physician – A Role Designed for You

We believe in bringing “better” to our local community in Alpena, Michigan—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. We’d love to talk if you’re looking for a role that supports your professional growth and connection to a vibrant community.

We are hiring for a Hospitalist and a Nocturnist position. A Nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnal schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.

People First in Alpena

Local Team Collaboration:

• Become part of a cohesive and long-standing team of eight physicians and two advanced practice providers (APPs) with the support of a clinical performance nurse at MyMichigan Medical Center.
• We value engagement within our team, offering various opportunities to align with your interests, such as participation in hospital committees.
• Our hospitalist medicine program consistently serves as the “Role Model” within our health system for metrics, patient experience scores, outcomes, and innovation.

Qualifications:

• Board-certified/eligible in family or internal medicine.
• We proudly support both H1 and J1 Visa Candidates who can take advantage of Sound’s excellent in-house visa specialists and our licensing and credentialing experts.
• All required filing fees for the visa are paid, and services are covered by Sound.
• New graduates, residents, and fellows are encouraged to apply.

Practice in the Heart of the Community

Flexible Scheduling:

• We have multiple shift options, Nights 7 pm – 7 am or Days 7a-7p

Key Responsibilities:

• We welcome the challenge of complex cases, working in an 8-bed open ICU with 24/7 Tele-intensivist support.
• The ICU is closed, and our team is not expected to perform procedures or run codes. A rapid response team assists.
• During the day shift, we have three physicians: one who covers the ICU inpatients and one APP who practices independently.
• The nocturnist role does have ICU coverage responsibilities and averages 4-6 admissions.
• For those who like to teach, we work with medical students, APPs, and residents from MyMichigan Family Medicine residency, MSU, CMU, GVSU, and more.

Living and Working in Alpena:

• Alpena isn’t just where we work—it’s where we live, raise our families, and enjoy the charm of a vibrant lakeside community. From the stunning shores of Lake Huron and the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary to family-friendly neighborhoods, local festivals, and a welcoming small-town feel, Alpena is a place that’s easy to call home.

Purpose-Driven Work with Local Impact

Alpena-Centered Care:

• Our guiding principle is patient-first care, which means we’re focused on the people of Alpena and nearby areas. You’ll be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the health of our neighbors.
• We’re a community-minded team and encourage our team members who want to contribute in and out of the hospital to help make our local community thrive.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Compensation: Comprehensive rewards are offered, including a $75,000 commencement bonus for the night shift.
• Benefits:
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • 401k with matching contributions.
  • Paid malpractice insurance, including tail coverage.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Annual CME allowance.