Michigan Medicine
Advanced Practice Professional (Physician Assistant) Division of Hospital Medici
Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, Michigan, us, 48113
Advanced Practice Professional (Physician Assistant) Division of Hospital Medicine
Job Summary
The Division of Hospital Medicine program is seeking to hire 1 physician assistant (PA) and/or nurse practitioner (NP) to join our hospitalist program and practice inpatient medicine across multiple service lines, primarily for Medical Short Stay Unit.
The Division cares for complex internal medicine patients with needs ranging from observation/short stay and planned procedures, to general care, moderate and intensive care including patients positive for (or under investigation for) COVID-19. APPs work in collaboration with hospitalist attending physicians and resident trainees to assist with triaging patients, completing history and physicals and other daily documentation, evaluating and managing patients who are admitted or need admission, and formulating diagnostic and treatment plans. The role includes admitting, triage and cross-coverage responsibilities along with procedural and other specialty duties as described below.
The Hospital Medicine APP role is based on a collaborative model of care teams made up of physician and advanced practice providers on services including Medical Short Stay Unit, Medicine Faculty Hospitalists, Medicine Procedure Service, Medicine Hematology co-managed service, and internal medicine resident ward services. APPs are expected to engage in clinical activities and responsibilities, as well as education and continuous quality improvement activities.
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.
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. 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
Responsibilities
Assess and triage patients referred for admission from external sources (e.g., clinics), the emergency department or other internal sources (e.g., other clinical services) for appropriateness and destination of care delivery.
Assess new patients for relevant health and medical history, perform a physical examination and complete documentation and procedures related to admission.
Manage the care of admitted patients (MSSU, MFH, or ED Boarding Team), including:
Order diagnostic studies, medications, and treatments for acute conditions and manage co-existing conditions.
Review, interpret, and manage diagnostic data.
Write prescriptions for medications under delegated prescriptive authority from the attending physician(s).
Competently perform invasive and non-invasive procedures (e.g., lumbar puncture, paracentesis, thoracentesis, joint aspirations) as appropriate.
Coordinate patient transfers between sites of care within the University and across external care sites.
Coordinate and lead patient and family communication, provide education, discuss goals of care, and delineate code status as needed.
Call consultants and carry out work up and plans of care as recommended by respective specialties.
Lead and participate in safety huddles, multidisciplinary rounds, and shift sign-outs that are patient-centered.
Perform general medicine consults and rounding on established patients on the consult service, with expansion to Pavilion in 2025.
Manage patients admitted with COVID-19 in moderate care settings including heated high flow oxygen, prone positioning, and non-invasive ventilation (e.g., CPAP, BiPAP) and related medications.
Discharge patients, complete discharge documentation, and communicate discharge plans with other care providers.
Lead and participate in case conferences and collaborative educational series.
Orient and precept newly onboarding APPs, nurse practitioner students, physician assistant students, and medical students as appropriate.
Maintain knowledge of medical principles, practices, standards, and techniques in accordance with Michigan Medicine policies and procedures, Medical Staff Bylaws and state/federal laws/regulations.
Build and maintain professional relationships with physicians and other health care providers.
Seek consultation with faculty for concerns outside the scope of knowledge or skills.
Required Qualifications
Nurse Practitioners
Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan.
Certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or completion of required coursework to qualify for their certification exam.
Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the NCSBN.
Current DEA registration required.
ACLS/BLS certification required (BLS may be required unless ACLS was completed through UMHS Simulation Center; ACLS through UMHS Simulation Center will meet both requirements).
Current advanced practice provider employment and at least 1 year of clinical APP experience.
Physician Assistants
Satisfactory completion of an ARC-PA accredited PA program or predecessor agencies.
Certification by the NCCPA.
Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in Michigan.
State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required.
Current DEA registration required.
ACLS/BLS certification required (BLS may be required unless ACLS completed through UMHS Simulation Center; ACLS through UMHS Simulation Center will meet both).
Current advanced practice provider employment and at least 1 year of clinical APP experience.
Note: Employment is contingent upon successful credentialing and privileging. Applicants must meet all required qualifications prior to start date.
Resume Required (for Both Internal & External Applicants): Attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications
2 years of advanced practice employment experience in inpatient internal medicine.
Inpatient internal medicine employment in the last 3-5 years.
Intensive care unit APP employment experience.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple clinical tasks efficiently and effectively with attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (oral and written).
Demonstrated ability to excel in a team-based model of care.
Demonstrated professional conduct in all situations.
Demonstrated high level of critical thinking and motivation to learn and participate in diverse patient care activities.
Able to work a flexible schedule and to don/doff PPE for isolation protocols.
Work Schedule
Shifts range from 10-12 hours, including day, evening, and night shifts. Possible cross-coverage shifts to other hospital medicine services. Holiday and weekend coverage is required. On-call responsibility for 48-72 hours per month.
Modes of Work
Positions may be eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually and may change.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U‑M and the United Physician Assistants of Michigan Medicine.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator. Screenings comply with applicable laws.
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. The opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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The Division of Hospital Medicine program is seeking to hire 1 physician assistant (PA) and/or nurse practitioner (NP) to join our hospitalist program and practice inpatient medicine across multiple service lines, primarily for Medical Short Stay Unit.
The Division cares for complex internal medicine patients with needs ranging from observation/short stay and planned procedures, to general care, moderate and intensive care including patients positive for (or under investigation for) COVID-19. APPs work in collaboration with hospitalist attending physicians and resident trainees to assist with triaging patients, completing history and physicals and other daily documentation, evaluating and managing patients who are admitted or need admission, and formulating diagnostic and treatment plans. The role includes admitting, triage and cross-coverage responsibilities along with procedural and other specialty duties as described below.
The Hospital Medicine APP role is based on a collaborative model of care teams made up of physician and advanced practice providers on services including Medical Short Stay Unit, Medicine Faculty Hospitalists, Medicine Procedure Service, Medicine Hematology co-managed service, and internal medicine resident ward services. APPs are expected to engage in clinical activities and responsibilities, as well as education and continuous quality improvement activities.
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.
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. 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
Responsibilities
Assess and triage patients referred for admission from external sources (e.g., clinics), the emergency department or other internal sources (e.g., other clinical services) for appropriateness and destination of care delivery.
Assess new patients for relevant health and medical history, perform a physical examination and complete documentation and procedures related to admission.
Manage the care of admitted patients (MSSU, MFH, or ED Boarding Team), including:
Order diagnostic studies, medications, and treatments for acute conditions and manage co-existing conditions.
Review, interpret, and manage diagnostic data.
Write prescriptions for medications under delegated prescriptive authority from the attending physician(s).
Competently perform invasive and non-invasive procedures (e.g., lumbar puncture, paracentesis, thoracentesis, joint aspirations) as appropriate.
Coordinate patient transfers between sites of care within the University and across external care sites.
Coordinate and lead patient and family communication, provide education, discuss goals of care, and delineate code status as needed.
Call consultants and carry out work up and plans of care as recommended by respective specialties.
Lead and participate in safety huddles, multidisciplinary rounds, and shift sign-outs that are patient-centered.
Perform general medicine consults and rounding on established patients on the consult service, with expansion to Pavilion in 2025.
Manage patients admitted with COVID-19 in moderate care settings including heated high flow oxygen, prone positioning, and non-invasive ventilation (e.g., CPAP, BiPAP) and related medications.
Discharge patients, complete discharge documentation, and communicate discharge plans with other care providers.
Lead and participate in case conferences and collaborative educational series.
Orient and precept newly onboarding APPs, nurse practitioner students, physician assistant students, and medical students as appropriate.
Maintain knowledge of medical principles, practices, standards, and techniques in accordance with Michigan Medicine policies and procedures, Medical Staff Bylaws and state/federal laws/regulations.
Build and maintain professional relationships with physicians and other health care providers.
Seek consultation with faculty for concerns outside the scope of knowledge or skills.
Required Qualifications
Nurse Practitioners
Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan.
Certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or completion of required coursework to qualify for their certification exam.
Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the NCSBN.
Current DEA registration required.
ACLS/BLS certification required (BLS may be required unless ACLS was completed through UMHS Simulation Center; ACLS through UMHS Simulation Center will meet both requirements).
Current advanced practice provider employment and at least 1 year of clinical APP experience.
Physician Assistants
Satisfactory completion of an ARC-PA accredited PA program or predecessor agencies.
Certification by the NCCPA.
Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in Michigan.
State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required.
Current DEA registration required.
ACLS/BLS certification required (BLS may be required unless ACLS completed through UMHS Simulation Center; ACLS through UMHS Simulation Center will meet both).
Current advanced practice provider employment and at least 1 year of clinical APP experience.
Note: Employment is contingent upon successful credentialing and privileging. Applicants must meet all required qualifications prior to start date.
Resume Required (for Both Internal & External Applicants): Attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications
2 years of advanced practice employment experience in inpatient internal medicine.
Inpatient internal medicine employment in the last 3-5 years.
Intensive care unit APP employment experience.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple clinical tasks efficiently and effectively with attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (oral and written).
Demonstrated ability to excel in a team-based model of care.
Demonstrated professional conduct in all situations.
Demonstrated high level of critical thinking and motivation to learn and participate in diverse patient care activities.
Able to work a flexible schedule and to don/doff PPE for isolation protocols.
Work Schedule
Shifts range from 10-12 hours, including day, evening, and night shifts. Possible cross-coverage shifts to other hospital medicine services. Holiday and weekend coverage is required. On-call responsibility for 48-72 hours per month.
Modes of Work
Positions may be eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually and may change.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U‑M and the United Physician Assistants of Michigan Medicine.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator. Screenings comply with applicable laws.
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. The opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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