Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams in providing diagnostic and therapeutic services. This role supports patient-centered procedural care delivery and diagnostic workflows in both GI and Musculoskeletal services.
The Troy Medical Campus will be University of Michigan Health's first clinical presence in the Oakland County market. We are building a state-of-the-art specialty care campus in the heart of Troy where a deeply human commitment to personalized care will come together with world-class expertise, cutting-edge therapies, and a legacy of more than 175 years of transformative research to help patients and families in Oakland County and beyond find their Michigan Answers. The campus will feature two outpatient facilities with over a dozen specialty programs, including Cancer services, Musculoskeletal/Sports Medicine, and Reproductive Medicine, as well as a surgery/procedure center, comprehensive imaging services, laboratory, pharmacy, and therapy services. The campus is conveniently located near I-75, surrounded by popular shopping and dining, and features free parking, on-site cafe, with facilities committed to sustainable, environmentally responsible practices.
Responsibilities*
Responsibilities GI Radiology
- Provide comprehensive clinical and procedural support within primary specialty.
- Coordinate activities of the GI Radiology service, including pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure patient care.
- Perform and/or assist with diagnostic fluoroscopic procedures including but not limited to:
- Upper GI studies, esophagrams, small bowel follow throughs
- Feeding tube placement (Dobhoff, NG) under fluoroscopy and bridle placement
- Tube injections (G, GJ) and drain assessments
- Barium enemas, defecography
- GU procedures (cystogram, VCUG, hysterosalpingogram, fistulogram, etc.)
- Conduct patient assessments including focused history and physical exams prior to procedures and during follow-up.
- Assess prior imaging studies.
- Provide telephone triage and evaluate case appropriateness for procedures.
- Write pre- and post-procedure notes, orders, dictate orders, and perform appropriate documentation in the EMR.
- Assign standardized protocols and contrast material for fluoroscopic exams.
- Provide patient education for post-procedure care, including tube management.
- Collaborate with nursing and clinical teams to ensure safe and efficient patient care.
- Assist in quality improvement initiatives and development of procedural metrics.
- Support operational workflows including scheduling coordination and equipment/inventory management.
- Participate in clinical research initiatives as applicable.
- Other duties as assigned
Responsibilities Musculoskeletal Radiology
- This position assists musculoskeletal radiology physicians in performing guided image procedures including joint aspirations and soft tissue/bone biopsies
- Within the physician-APP relationship, the Interventional Radiology Advanced Practice Provider exercises autonomy in the medical decision making and provides a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services.
- This will include managing patients with complex, acute, critical and chronic health conditions. APPs within this classification function with a high level of autonomy within their delegated scope of service, including a high volume of independently performed image-guided procedures within their delegated scope of practice.
- Collection and assistance in the interpretation of reports from diagnostic and laboratory tests, radiographic procedures, and clinical studies
General Responsibilities
- Provide diagnostic and therapeutic services with a high level of autonomy within scope of practice
- Perform patient assessments including history and physical examinations
- Document care in the electronic medical record
- Provide patient education and follow-up care
- Participate in quality improvement and operational initiatives
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Required Qualifications*
- Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
- Satisfactory completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor agencies, CAHEA or CAAHEP.
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- State of Michigan Controlled Substance License
- DEA registration
- AHA Approved BLS
- ACLS
- 2+ years of radiology experience
NOTE:
- In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.
- RESUME REQUIRED for both internal & external applicants. You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
Desired Qualifications*
- 2 years of PA experience
- Experience with fluoroscopic, ultrasound, or CT-guided procedures
- Familiarity with radiology workflows and imaging technologies
- Experience with quality improvement, patient safety, or workflow optimization initiatives
- Ability to mentor trainees or support education
- Experience with procedural sedation workflows
- Potential for participation in research or data collection initiatives
- Strong clinical, procedural, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently
- Professional demeanor and ability to work with diverse patient populations
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the worlds most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
Michigan Medicine offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!
Full Time Salary range: $138,489 - $213,657 / year
What benefits can you look forward to?
- Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Retirement Savings Plans with 2:1 Matching
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability Plan
- Generous Time Off Allowances
- $2500 Annual Professional Development Funds (0.5 FTE Appointment or above)
- Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities
- Medical Malpractice Insurance
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- Tuition Support Program
- Wellness Plans
- Work/Life Resources
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
32 hours per week. Primarily day shift at Troy/Forbes Imaging Center. Onboarding time may require training in Ann Arbor, Brighton, and/or Northville locations.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Physician Assistants of Michigan Medicine (UPAMM), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with Physician Assistant opportunities please contact Nurse and Physician Assistant Recruitment at (734) 936-5183 or e-mail [email protected]. For a current listing of all open PA job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please visit www.UMHSpa.org.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.