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Neurology | Physician

GHR HealthcarePetoskey, MITravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Petoskey, MI
Job type
Travel
Profession
Physician
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Aug 27, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$171
Weekly
$6,840
Yearly (full-time)
$355,680
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
November 1, 2026

This job pays about $171/hour — 129% above the median for Physician jobs in Michigan ($74.75/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Physician jobs in Michigan right now

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  • Pay in these listings: $14.26 – $444/hour, median $165/hour.
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Job description

Locum Tenens Neurology Physician Job in Petoskey, Michigan | Inpatient & Outpatient Coverage

Board-certified neurologists: join a locum tenens Neurology Physician opportunity in Petoskey, MI, with inpatient and outpatient coverage, weekday clinic hours, and call support in a scenic northern Michigan lakefront community.

Job Details

  • Specialty: Neurology
  • Position Type: Locum tenens physician job
  • Location: Petoskey, Michigan
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Start Date: November 1, 2026
  • End Date: January 31, 2027
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $6,840 - $8,110
  • Schedule: 8-hour days
  • Clinic Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Call Coverage: After-hours call and 24-hour weekend call
  • Patient Volume: Approximately 6-8 patients per day
  • EMR: Cerner
  • Setting: Inpatient and outpatient neurology coverage

Job Requirements

  • Board Certified in Neurology required
  • Active Michigan medical license required
  • Active DEA required
  • BLS and ACLS certifications required
  • At least 1 year of neurology experience required
  • NIH Stroke Scale/tPA competency preferred
  • Ability to provide local coverage without air travel
  • Clean malpractice history preferred, with details provided at submission
  • Self-query NPDB completed within the last month required

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive neurology coverage for inpatient and outpatient needs
  • See patients in the clinic during scheduled daytime hours
  • Cover inpatient neurology call after hours and on weekends
  • Perform EEG reads for both inpatient and outpatient cases as needed
  • Interpret radiologic exams related to neurological care
  • Perform lumbar punctures, brain death examinations, and evoked potential evaluations as needed
  • Deliver timely, patient-focused neurologic assessments and treatment recommendations
  • Collaborate with the care team to support smooth coverage and continuity of care

Apply now to explore this rewarding locum tenens Neurology Physician job in Petoskey, Michigan, and enjoy a balanced schedule in a highly desirable northern Michigan location.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

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