Make a meaningful impact! Adult only primary care. Northern Michigan. 100% Outpatient

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Last updated: 5/15/25

Your Healing Mission Matters

As a Primary Care Physician at UP Health System in Hancock, MI you will be inspired by the community you serve as a valued member of the Lifepoint Health team, a nationally recognized healthcare organization committed to caring with a local heart. You'll have access to the staff, resources, and technologies needed to make a meaningful impact on patient care while contributing to a positive, collaborative work environment. At Lifepoint, you'll find a workplace where what truly matters is achievable - from your career goals to your well-being.

Position Detail Are you seeking a career where your medical expertise truly matters—and where your well-being is just as important as your patients'? UP Health System – Portage invites Board Eligible/Board Certified Internal Medicine or Adult-Only Family Medicine physicians with an interest in Geriatrics to join our compassionate team in Hancock, MI, nestled in the heart of Michigan’s stunning Upper Peninsula.

Here, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll find your purpose, your community, and your peace of mind.

  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, with shared phone-only call
  • No inpatient responsibilities – focus fully on your patients during office hours
  • Adult-Only Patient Panel – deliver thoughtful, personalized care to adult and geriatric populations
  • Well-Established Practice – built-in support with room to grow
  • Genuine Work-Life Balance – manageable workload, time for family, and space to recharge

Visa Support:

  • J-1 Waiver: State Conrad 30, ARC, DRA, HHS based on location and specialty.
  • H-1B: Support via the H-1B lottery.
  • O-1: Visa support available.

Our compensation package can include:

  • Competitive base salary plus worked relative value unit (wRVU) production bonus
  • Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
  • Paid time off and retirement plan
  • Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Early-commitment residency stipend
  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days
  • Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage
  • Marketing and practice growth assistance

UP Health System Portage is a 36-bed hospital located in Hancock; has served the Western Upper Peninsula since 1896. Our 36-bed hospital in Hancock is part of the Lifepoint Health network, a nationwide leader in community-based healthcare. Our key services include:

  • The first Level III ACS-verified trauma center in Michigan
  • A verified chest pain center
  • A collaborative network of 40+ physicians and numerous allied health professionals

We’re committed to keeping care close to home and making a lasting difference in the lives of our patients and neighbors.

About the Community:

Houghton/Hancock is a vibrant university community where natural beauty, history, and culture meet. Located on the shores of Lake Superior, this four-season destination offers:

  • Outdoor Adventures: Skiing, hiking, kayaking, biking, snowmobiling, and more
  • Arts & Culture: Galleries, museums, and community festivals
  • Small-Town Living, Big-Time Inspiration: No traffic, no long commutes, just a fulfilling lifestyle
  • Educational Excellence: Home to Michigan Technological University, which enriches the region with diversity, innovation, and opportunity

Let’s Create Something Lasting—Together. At UP Health System – Portage, we believe great care starts with a great connection—between physicians and patients, between colleagues, and between you and the community you serve.

If this feels like the kind of place where you’d thrive, I’d love to hear from you.

UP Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.


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