Family Medicine – Kalamazoo & Portage
Join a Long-standing, Growing Family Medicine Program. Experienced physicians and new graduates welcomed. Mentors Available.
Beacon Medical Group Portage Family Medicine is seeking full-time BC/BE Family Medicine Physicians to join our teams in Portage & Kalamazoo Michigan.
How to apply
Interested applicants should submit their most recent CV to:
Job Summary
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Family Medicine Physicians to join our dynamic healthcare teams at Portage Family Medicine or Beacon Kalamazoo Westside Family Medicine. The positions offer a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive, full spectrum care, to a diverse patient population in an area where your impact will be deeply valued.
At Beacon Medical Group Michigan, our mission is to deliver the highest standard of care. Our comprehensive approach ensures patients receive a seamless continuum of care.
Work Schedule
- Physicians interested in this position will work 40 hours per week with a flexible schedule determined by the physician and the management team.
- Call Schedule: Super call group, 2-3 weeks per year
Leadership Role Opportunities
- Leadership Role Opportunities: Possibly, discuss with Leadership
- Professional Growth Opportunities: Yes, discuss with Leadership
Why Join Beacon Medical Group?
At the heart of northern Indiana and southwestern Michigan, Beacon Medical Group—a division of Beacon Health System—stands as the region’s largest and most integrated network of healthcare professionals. With over 35 specialties, 10,800 associates, 1,260+ physicians, and a team of highly skilled physicians and advanced practice clinicians, Beacon is redefining what it means to deliver exceptional, community-focused care.
Beacon Medical Group’s Michigan footprint includes more than 130 sites of care in 15 southern Michigan cities.
Our physicians are part of a large community of providers who are called to deliver compassionate, personalized care for all persons, especially those who are struggling or affected by poverty.
Beacon Kalamazoo is a 224-bed teaching facility with renowned cardiology, stroke, and neuroscience programs.
As the largest locally owned and operated non-profit health system in the region, Beacon is deeply committed to meeting the evolving healthcare needs of the communities it serves.
Beacon’s excellence is nationally recognized:
- Among the top 10% of hospitals nationwide with a prestigious 5-Star CMS Hospital Rating
- Holds an AA- bond rating, placing it in the top 10th percentile of health systems across the U.S.
- Beacon Kalamazoo was awarded the 2024 “100 Best Hospitals Award” for Cardiac Care, Joint Replacement, Pulmonary Care, Stroke Care, Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence, and Neurosciences Excellence.
With locations spanning north central Indiana to southwest Michigan, Beacon offers its team the opportunity to live and work in vibrant communities like Kalamazoo, South Bend, Mishawaka, Granger, Elkhart, La Porte, Allegan, Plainwell, and Dowagiac—each offering a unique blend of culture, charm, and quality of life.
Expanding Access, Elevating Care: Beacon Grows in Southwest Michigan
As of July 2025, Beacon Health System proudly welcomes 4 new hospitals and 35 additional outpatient clinics into our growing network—bringing more than 250 exceptional providers into the Beacon family. This strategic expansion strengthens our presence across Southwest Michigan and enhances access to high-quality care for the communities we serve.
The newly integrated hospitals include:
- Beacon Kalamazoo (formerly Borgess)
- Beacon Allegan (formerly Borgess Allegan)
- Beacon Dowagiac (formerly Borgess-Lee)
- Beacon Plainwell (formerly Borgess-Pipp)
This growth not only broadens our geographic footprint but also brings Beacon’s specialized services closer to home for thousands of patients.
In addition, Beacon is proud to partner with the Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine, home to more than 240 residents and fellows across 14 programs. This collaboration reinforces our deep commitment to advancing medical education, training the next generation of healthcare leaders, and delivering innovative, compassionate care.
Practice Highlights
- Level II Trauma Center verified by the American College of Surgeons and recognized as a Quality Partner
- Regional advanced EMS Services
- DaVinci Robotic Surgery
- “A” grade in the fall 2023 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade.
- Included in America’s Best Maternity Hospitals 2023 list by Newsweek.
- Baby-Friendly designation from Baby-Friendly USA for adhering to the highest standards of care for breastfeeding mothers and their babies.
- Highest score of 100 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s 2022 Maternity Practices in Infant Nutrition and Care survey.
- Hospital Maternity Care Excellence Award from the Economic Alliance for Michigan in 2022.
- Recognized as a Blue Distinction+ Center for Maternity Care by Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Why You’ll Love Living in Our Community
Kalamazoo, Michigan was ranked one of Money.com’s Top 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S. (2024)—and for good reason. This vibrant, mid-sized city offers the perfect blend of urban energy and natural beauty, making it an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family.
Stretch your legs on the scenic Kal-Haven Trail, a unique 34-mile-long multi-use path that connects Kalamazoo with the Lake Michigan beach town of South Haven. If cultured experiences are more your style, explore the world-class Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Museum or the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. You can also spend your summer cheering on the Kalamazoo Growlers, the beloved summer collegiate baseball team. Their name, “Growlers,” is a nod to Kalamazoo’s rich brewing heritage and the growling black bears native to Michigan. Speaking of brews, Kalamazoo is also home to one of the nations most iconic craft breweries, Bell’s Brewery.
Among its many assets, Kalamazoo features prominent educational institutions, including Western Michigan University and the WMU Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine, making it a hub for education and innovation.
Located halfway between Chicago and Detroit and just 45 minutes from the Lake Michigan shoreline, Kalamazoo offers the convenience of big-city access with the charm of a close-knit community. Just outside Kalamazoo, the City of Portage has earned recognition as one of the best places to live in Michigan, thanks to its excellent schools and family friendly atmosphere.
One of the most unique benefits of living here is the Kalamazoo Promise—a groundbreaking scholarship program that provides graduates of Kalamazoo Public Schools with up to 100% tuition coverage at any public college or university in Michigan, including top institutions like the University of Michigan and Michigan State University.
In Kalamazoo, you’ll find a welcoming community, a fulfilling lifestyle, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact—both professionally and personally.
Benefits
Full Time Family Medicine Physician Salary Range: To be discussed with recruiter
What Benefits Can You Look Forward to?
- Flexible Health & Dental Plans, Vision Insurance
- 403(b) with 4% matching and 457(b) Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability Plan
- CME (Continuing Medical Education) Allowance
- Generous Time Off Allowances
- Paid Malpractice and Tail Coverage
- Relocation Allowance (where applicable)
- Student Loan Repayment assistance (where applicable)
- Wellness Plans
- Work/Life Resources
Contact Information
Interested applicants should submit their most recent CV to: