Moonlighting - Resident Physician MD & DO
Listed compensation
$125–$200 /hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Profit sharing
- Relocation bonus
- Signing bonus
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
About the Opportunity
KARE CENTER in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking licensed MD and DO physicians — including current residents and fellows seeking moonlighting opportunities — to join our team on a flexible, per-diem or part-time basis. This is an ideal position for physicians who want to supplement their income, gain additional clinical experience, or transition into outpatient practice while maintaining schedule flexibility.
Whether you are a resident or fellow currently completing training or an experienced physician looking for supplemental shifts, KARE CENTER offers a supportive environment, a collaborative team, and competitive hourly compensation.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate and treat patients presenting with acute and chronic medical conditions in an outpatient primary care or urgent care setting
- Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations and develop evidence-based treatment plans
- Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic studies including laboratory tests, imaging, and EKGs
- Prescribe medications and therapies within the scope of your license and applicable protocols
- Perform clinical procedures as needed (e. g., wound care, injections, minor procedures)
- Provide patient education on diagnoses, medications, follow-up care, and preventive health
- Document all patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
- Collaborate with advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and clinical support team to ensure quality patient care
- Coordinate referrals and follow-up as clinically appropriate
- Adhere to all KARE CENTER policies, clinical protocols, and regulatory compliance standards
Who We Are Looking For
MD or DO with an active, unrestricted Michigan medical license (or eligible to obtain one)
Current resident or fellow in an ACGME-accredited program with valid moonlighting privileges from their training program — strongly encouraged to apply
Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or a related specialty preferred
- Current DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)
- BLS and ACLS certification required
- Experience with or willingness to learn Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
- Strong clinical judgment, professional communication, and team-oriented mindset
- Ability to work independently and manage a busy patient panel with confidence
Schedule & Compensation
- Flexible scheduling — day, evening, and weekend shifts available to accommodate residency or fellowship schedules
- Per-diem, part-time, and ongoing shift arrangements available
- Competitive hourly rate: $125 - $200 per hour (based on experience and specialty)
- Paid malpractice/professional liability coverage for all shifts worked
- No long-term commitment required — ideal for residents needing moonlighting income
Why KARE CENTER?
- Supportive, physician-friendly practice environment with low administrative burden
- Pre-charted workflows and efficient EHR setup designed to minimize documentation time
- Collaborative team of physicians, PAs, NPs, and nurses
- Convenient Ann Arbor, MI location — accessible for residents training at University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, and surrounding programs
- Opportunity to convert to a full-time role upon completion of training if desired
Requirements
Requires an MD or DO with an active Michigan medical license or eligibility to obtain one, including residents with moonlighting privileges. BLS and ACLS certifications and a current DEA registration are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Family Medicine — Physician Career Context
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).
Of the 40 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 60% have no call, 43% require no weekends.
Careerplug holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 82/100, 52 active listings.
Family Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Moonlighting - Resident Physician MD & DO at Careerplug a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Family Medicine — ranked against 2,541 active Family Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.
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