Physician (MD/DO) - Sterling, Michigan

Primary CareFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

A healthcare organization in Sterling is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physician (MD/DO) to join its clinical team.

This opportunity offers the chance to provide high-quality patient care in a supportive environment while serving a growing community in Michigan.

Position Overview

The Physician will be responsible for providing comprehensive medical care, including patient evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment planning.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, effective communication skills, and a commitment to delivering patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct patient examinations and obtain detailed medical histories
  • Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
  • Order, interpret, and review diagnostic tests and laboratory results
  • Prescribe medications and monitor patient progress
  • Educate patients on disease prevention, health maintenance, and treatment options
  • Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in electronic health records
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care
  • Adhere to clinical guidelines, safety protocols, and regulatory standards

This is an excellent opportunity for a physician seeking to practice in a community-focused environment while enjoying the quality of life that Sterling offers.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in an appropriate specialty
  • Active Michigan medical license or ability to obtain licensure
  • Completion of an accredited residency program
  • Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Preferred Experience

  • Clinical experience in primary care, internal medicine, or family medicine preferred
  • Experience with electronic medical records systems
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-based care environment

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Malpractice insurance coverage
  • Paid time off and CME allowance
  • Supportive administrative and clinical staff

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification (preferred)

Primary Care — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Primary Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 52% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Primary Care pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician (MD/DO) - Sterling, Michigan at Commonwealth Medical Services a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Primary Care — ranked against 1,311 active Primary Care listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Salary Distribution50 jobs · 36 employers

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$325k-350k
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$350k-375k
8
$375k-400k
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$400k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks43 jobs · 36 employers

401k / retirement match
79%
Sign-on bonus
63%
CME allowance
63% this job
Relocation assistance
40%
Loan repayment
26%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Primary Care listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,311 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Sterling

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$203k
Median resident rent
$775/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Malpractice Insurance Coverage
Paid Time Off
CME Allowance
Supportive Administrative and Clinical Staff