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UP Health System - Portage, located in Hancock, Michigan, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to join our emergency medicine team. This full-time, employed position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to our established healthcare community in the Upper Peninsula while enjoying a supportive work environment and a balanced lifestyle. Position Highlights: Specialty Focus: Emergency Medicine Work Schedule: 216, 8-hour night shifts per year (Mon-Fri, 1pm to 9pm) Team Environment: Join a collegial and supportive team of 5 employed ED physicians Facility: ACS-verified Level III trauma center with an average annual census of around 10,000 patients Support Systems: ATLS certification ED physicians provide basic admin orders for hospitalists from 5pm to 7am Hospital EMR: Meditech Magic Digital radiology, point-of-care ultrasound, 24/7 on-site CT, MRI available Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm Nurse triage process Telehealth psychiatrist assistance for psychiatric consultations 11 beds inclusive of 8 private rooms and 3 trauma bay beds Location: Situated on the main hospital campus in Hancock, MI Hospital Features: 36-bed critical access hospital, including a 3-bed ICU and a 7-bed Labor and Delivery Unit Licensed for up to 10 swing beds Comprehensive on-site ancillary services: Lab, Physical, Speech & Occupational therapies, Cardio-Pulmonary Rehab Chest Pain Accreditation Inpatient and outpatient pharmacy 24/7 General Surgery, Orthopedics, and OB/GYN on-call Multi-agency behavioral health evaluations Telehealth support for neurology and psychiatry Practice Description: Responsibilities: Provide care for patients of all ages presenting to the emergency department Conduct evaluations and treatments Coordinate care within the emergency department setting Collaborate with attending emergency department physicians and the interdisciplinary team Perform comprehensive evaluations, medical management, therapeutic interventions, patient education, and discharge summaries Report to and receive functional guidance from supervising and attending physicians and the medicine section chief of staff About the Community: Nestled in the heart of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Houghton/Hancock offers a blend of small-town charm and big ideas. This university community, home to Michigan Technological University, boasts a rich cultural scene with art galleries, museums, and diverse local events. Enjoy the exceptional quality of life with outdoor activities, scenic beauty, and a welcoming community. Why Choose UP Health System - Portage? Supportive Practice Environment: Work in a collegial atmosphere with dedicated staff Work-Life Balance: Balance your professional life with the exceptional quality of life offered in our scenic community Quality Healthcare: Join a team committed to providing high-quality healthcare and making a difference in the community Join our team and become a part of a community that values quality healthcare and offers an unparalleled lifestyle. Additional Information: - Specialty: Nurse Practitioner - Location: Hancock, Michigan 49930 - Contact: Theresa Stewart (Recruiter) About the Company: As a healthcare organization in the northern most region of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, we know that local access to care is critically important and an obligation that is met with all of our resources and attention. The Keweenaw Peninsula is the Northwestern four-county area of Michigan’s ruggedly beautiful Upper Peninsula. This scenic peninsula jutting out into Lake Superior is home to a warm, family-oriented community with excellent schools, a thriving arts scene and world-class year-round outdoor recreation. UP Health System – Portage has been serving the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan since 1896. The hospital and its outlying clinics support a multi-specialty group of over 40 physicians and over a dozen allied health professionals. The main campus is a 36-bed hospital with ancillary services including the area’s only Open Bore MRI, 64-slice CT scanner, PACS, nuclear imaging, digital mammography and other radiological and laboratory services. Other services include cardiopulmonary, certified sleep disorder center, regional dialysis unit, pharmacy, rehab, audiology, a 12/7 hospitalist program, home care and hospice, and a 60-bed senior living community. UP Health System – Portage is home to the first Level III ASC-verified trauma center and emergency department in the state, as well as an Express Care walk-in clinic.