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
We are seeking a motivated and dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team. This position is designed for individuals who demonstrate a strong clinical foundation, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a desire to develop specialized expertise in neonatal medicine.
The selected candidate will participate in a structured, progressive orientation program designed to build the knowledge, technical skills, and clinical judgment necessary to care for critically ill and medically complex newborns. The orientation will incorporate didactic education, simulation-based learning, procedural training, bedside clinical experience, and direct mentorship from experienced neonatal providers.
The role will initially focus on learning and developing competency in neonatal assessment, clinical management, procedural skills, and NICU workflows. As the PA demonstrates competency and readiness through ongoing evaluations, clinical responsibilities will progressively expand toward independent practice within institutional policies, credentialing requirements, and applicable scope-of-practice regulations.
We welcome applications from new graduates and early-career PAs who bring relevant pediatric, emergency medicine, critical care, or neonatal educational experiences and demonstrate the motivation and aptitude to thrive in a highly specialized clinical environment.
Why Join Our Team?
This opportunity is ideal for a PA seeking a supported transition into a highly specialized field of medicine. The program offers a structured approach to learning, access to experienced neonatal clinicians, hands-on clinical development, and a defined pathway toward increasing autonomy.
Responsibilities*
Clinical Care and Progressive Development
- Participate in a structured NICU orientation and training program with clearly defined learning objectives, competency milestones, and progressive clinical responsibilities.
- Develop proficiency in neonatal assessment, differential diagnosis, clinical decision-making, and management of common and complex neonatal conditions.
- Develop knowledge of neonatal physiology, respiratory support, hemodynamic management, nutrition, fluid and electrolyte management, and neonatal pharmacology.
- Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds, patient evaluations, care planning, and communication with families and members of the healthcare team.
- Acquire and demonstrate competency in neonatal procedures appropriate to training, credentialing, and institutional requirements.
- Recognize clinical deterioration, initiate appropriate stabilization measures, and escalate concerns promptly to supervising or collaborating providers.
- Progress toward managing assigned patients with increasing autonomy as clinical competency and readiness are established.
- Collaborate with neonatologists, neonatal nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrate accountability, adaptability, effective communication, and a commitment to patient safety.
- Contribute to a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, family-centered care, and quality improvement.
Required Qualifications*
- 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).
- Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
- State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required
- Current DEA registration required
- AHA approved BLS
- Strong communication, critical-thinking, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to receive feedback, reflect on clinical performance, and incorporate guidance into practice.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, teamwork, and evidence-based clinical care.
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.
NOTE: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications*
Candidates with one or more of the following experiences or qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:
- At least one year of experience providing direct patient care in pediatrics, pediatric emergency medicine, pediatric inpatient medicine, or another relevant pediatric clinical setting.
- Previous experience as a paramedic or emergency medical technician (EMT), particularly in settings requiring rapid assessment, stabilization, and management of acutely ill patients.
- Successful completion of a neonatal PA fellowship or other structured postgraduate training program focused on neonatal or critical care medicine.
- Completion of a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) or NICU clinical elective during PA school.
- Previous clinical exposure to intensive care, emergency medicine, respiratory support, hemodynamic stabilization, or the management of critically ill patients.
- Familiarity with airway management, vascular access, resuscitation, or other procedures relevant to acute and critical care.
- Previous employment, clinical rotations, simulation training, research, or educational experiences involving newborns or critically ill infants.
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: $144,029 - $222,202 / year
Bonus: A Physician Assistant Neonatology Critical Care who participates in air and ground patient transports will be eligible for a quarterly bonus of $1000 per quarter. Bonuses shall be prorated for part-time Employees.
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
- 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
Hours: 40 per week
Shift: Day/Night rotation, this position includes weekend and holidays shifts as required by the service
Location: C.S. Mott Children's Hospital Brandon Newborn Intensive Care Unit and Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital Birthing Center
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.