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.
Responsibilities*
The Section of Plastic Surgery, in collaboration with Surgical Oncology, is seeking a Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join a busy, collegial clinical group in the Department of Surgery.
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will participate in outpatient clinical activities within the Section of Plastic Surgery, including the pre-operative and post-operative evaluation and management of Plastic Surgery and a focus on coordinated management of complex cancer surgery patients.
This role will also support multidisciplinary care for patients whose care spans Surgical Oncology and Plastic Surgery, with particular emphasis on facilitating and completing the evaluation, treatment planning, pre- and/or post-operative care, and longitudinal follow-up across both services. The APP will serve as an important clinical liaison for patients, families, faculty, nursing, and referring teams to help ensure timely access, continuity of care, and a coordinated patient experience.
The APP will work collaboratively with Section faculty, Surgical Oncology, nursing, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team to maintain the highest standards of patient care. Specifically, the APP will:
(i) conduct initial evaluations of patients, both in person and virtually;
(ii) provide outpatient pre-operative and post-operative care, both in person and virtually;
(iii) perform minor procedures in clinic, including medical procedures such as tissue expanders and drain removals;
(iv) conduct ongoing return evaluation and management of patients, including wound care;
(v) participate in multidisciplinary care planning, including collaboration between Surgical Oncology and Plastic Surgery; and
(vi) participate in the evaluation and full spectrum of care for patients at risk for lymphedema or living with lymphedema.
The APP will conduct independent visits in person and virtually. Specific education and training, tailored to the candidate's previous experience, will be provided by surgical attending physicians and APPs in the Section.
In consultation with attending surgeons, the APP may also:
- Interview patients to obtain a detailed patient history.
- Perform and document physical examinations.
- Perform various diagnostic, therapeutic, and minor surgical procedures in clinic.
- Order and interpret diagnostic testing and imaging.
- Act as a patient liaison before and after operations to provide information, support patient education, and coordinate care.
- Assist with outpatient pre-operative and post-operative care, including MiChart In Basket follow-up, telephone calls, e-visits, e-consults, and medication refills.
- Independently conduct in-person and virtual outpatient evaluations of selected patients.
- Independently provide in-person and virtual follow-up care for selected patients.
- Communicate and coordinate care with referring and consulting physicians.
- Make appropriate referrals to internal and external providers and facilities.
- Order and prescribe medications in accordance with statutes, rules, and regulations of the State of Michigan.
- Attend tumor board and be prepared to discuss relevant patients being reviewed, including patient history, treatment status, care coordination needs, and follow-up considerations.
- Collaborate in multidisciplinary care planning, particularly for patients whose care involves both Surgical Oncology and Plastic Surgery.
- Help coordinate care transitions and communication between Surgical Oncology and Plastic Surgery to support timely treatment planning, surgical readiness, post-operative recovery, and longitudinal follow-up.
- Participate in the evaluation, education, management, and follow-up of patients at risk for lymphedema or with established lymphedema.
- Support patients in navigating complex care pathways, including diagnostic workup, surgical consultation, pre-operative preparation, post-operative care, referrals, surveillance, and symptom management, especially for patients at risk for lymphedema or living with lymphedema.
Required Qualifications*
PA
- 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 required
- Current DEA registration required
- AHA approved BLS also required unless ACLS was completed through the UMHS Simulation Center
* Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
* 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*
- At least one (1) year of advanced practice provider (APP) caring for Plastic Surgery patients.
- One (1) year full time experience, within the past four (4) years, providing care as an APP to surgical oncology patients.
- Two (2) or more years full-time, direct patient care experience as an APP, pre- and/or post-operative patients in an inpatient or outpatient setting, within the past four (4) years.
- Previous experience with facilitating multidisciplinary care
- Demonstrated ability to perform the role independently and with minimal supervision, as evidenced by interviews, recent performance appraisals and reference feedback.
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve, prioritize, and delegate effective and efficiently in the delivery of patient care.
- Comfort in dealing with complex clinical and social issues.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative multi-disciplinary team, including other specialists, surgical residents, and nurses.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Interest in developing long-term relationships with patients.
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!
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 (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
40 hours per week
Shift/Hours/Days: Day shift, primarily Monday - Friday, with the occasional need for weekend or holiday shifts as required by the service. Shifts will have variable start and end time.
Location: Main University Hospital, Taubman 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 employment opportunity employer.