Advanced Practice Professional (NP) Pediatric Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Outpatient

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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*

  • Assists the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery surgeons in the diagnosis and treatment of primarily pediatric patients
  • Complete new patient evaluations, return patient visits, post-operative visits, pre-operative history and physicals, and procedures such as Botox injections, orthopantograms, and cephalograms independently
  • Interviews patients to obtain a detailed history; performs physical examination and presents pertinent data to the medical staff; collects and assists in the interpretation of reports from diagnostic and laboratory tests; radiographic procedures and clinical studies
  • Performs various therapeutic and minor surgical procedures
  • Administers follow up to patients and assists in the referral and coordination with various internal and external facilities
  • Completes timely documentation in the electronic health record
  • Potential opportunity for research involvement and publication
  • Aids with the development of patient care literature 
  • Supports the development of educational curriculum for staff and/or patients 
  • Acts as a consultant for inpatient and outpatient staff 
  • Participates in student, physician, and staff education 
  • Works with the staff in the coordination of the Oral & Maxillofacial clinic patient needs. Organizes patient programs. 
     

Required Qualifications*

PA 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 

  • Previous clinical experience in an ambulatory pediatric surgical specialty for two years

NP Required Qualifications

  • Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan.
  • Current specialty certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, or Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the State of Michigan
  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
  • Current DEA registration required
  • AHA approved BLS 

  • Previous clinical experience in an ambulatory pediatric surgical specialty for two years
NOTE: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
NOTE: 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*

  • At least 1 year of clinical APP experience in pediatric ambulatory care 
  • Previous clinical experience in Pediatric Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Specialties, or cleft/craniofacial experience
  • Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills, organization and problem-solving skills 
  • Demonstrated ability to function independently and as a team member 
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate clinical care ideas across multiple patient care services 
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize assignments and manage a busy work environment 
  • Demonstrates experience with coordinating and managing complex and multifaceted projects 
     

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
  • $2200 Annual Professional Development Funds (0.5 FTE Appointment or above)
  • Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
  • Tuition Support Program(at supervisor discretion/budget)
  • Wellness Plans
  • Work/Life Resources

Nursing Specific Info

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.

Nursing Specific Info

Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort. Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined. If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.

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. 
Day Shift

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, 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 Advanced Practice Nursing opportunities please contact Nurse and Physician Assistant Recruitment at (734) 936-5183 or e-mail [email protected]. For a current listing of all open APRN job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please visit www.UMnursing.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.