How to Apply
This is an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) job opening.
Both qualified NP and PA applicants will be considered.
NPs are directed to apply to job # 276749 and PAs are directed to apply to job # 276750
A total of one (1), 1.0 FTE, Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.
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
The Taubman Medical Specialties Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU) is the clinical home for the Michigan Medicine Hepatology Program. This unique service is dedicated to focusing on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of liver disease.
Responsibilities*
As a General Hepatology APP, you will be a vital member of a highly functioning multidisciplinary team specializing in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered health services tailored to individuals navigating challenges of complex liver disease.
- Obtain comprehensive history and physical examinations for complex, acute, critical, and chronically ill patients
- Assess, diagnose, and evaluate patient conditions to develop and implement specialized care plans.
- Order and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests
- Monitor and adjust patient plan of care
- Develop pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans
- Complete timely and accurate progress notes
- Collaborates and/or consults with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate
- Provide specialized education to patient and families about disease-based health problems, health maintenance activities and preventative behaviors
- Provide prescriptions and instructions for medical supplies as necessary.
- Manage inbox messages and provide cross cover for other APPs on service
- Attend required training
- Stay current with trends and advancements in hepatology by participating in educational programs, attending in-services, engaging with professional associations and reviewing relevant literature
Organizational Relationships and Practice Environment:
- Advance Practice Professionals (APPs) will receive medical supervision from the Hepatology Hospital Services Director or designee.
- Advance Practice Professionals (APPs) will receive administrative supervision from the APP Manager.
Required Qualifications*
Nurse Practitioner
- Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) and Specialty Certification as Nurse Practitioner in the State of Michigan
- Graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner Program as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AG-ACNP) or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AG-PCNP)
- Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
- Current DEA license
- Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association
- 1- year experience as an APP
Physician Assistant
- Current licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan Medicine
- Current Controlled Substance License in State of Michigan
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Satisfactory completion of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), or one of its predecessors? agencies CAHEA or CAAHEP
- State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required
- Current DEA license
- Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association
- 1- year experience as an APP
NOTE: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
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.
Desired Qualifications*
- General hepatology or gastroenterology experience preferred
- Experience practicing as an APP in an Ambulatory setting
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills measured by references and interview.
- Demonstrated success working within a multidisciplinary team model measured by references and interview.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision measured by references and interviews.?
- Ability to efficiently and effectively manage multiple clinical tasks
- Proficiency working with EPIC (EMR)
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 world?s 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: $130,630 - $200,734 / 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
- 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
Full time- 40 hours per week
Shift: Standard schedule is Monday ? Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, possible evenings. The schedule is subject to change based on the clinical operational demands where the employee practices.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Physician Assistants of Michigan Medicine, 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 employment opportunity employer.