Advanced Practice Professional (PA) General Thoracic Surgery

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 # 256187 and PAs are directed to apply to job # 256188.

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.

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 : $123,232 – $190,118 / 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

Responsibilities*

Under physician supervision, coordinates care of acutely ill post-surgical patients in multiple settings. Specifically, role requires clinician to perform advanced diagnostic and therapeutic tasks associated with patients undergoing Thoracic Surgery procedures, including lung transplantation and complex re-operative esophageal surgery. The clinician will complete detailed histories and physicals and present pertinent data to the medical staff. Collect and interpret results from diagnostic tests, radiographic procedures, and clinical studies. Order tests and prescribe medications. Perform various diagnostic, therapeutic, and minor surgical procedures. Streamline the patient transfer process between levels of care, including writing discharge orders and communicating specific patient needs to team members. Comply with established standards for quality, patient safety, and reimbursement.

1. Provide timely documentation of all patient care encounters.
2. Participate in educational meetings within the program, department, and institution.
3. Establish and maintain a collaborative team approach with all members of the team.
4. Demonstrate flexibility to meet demands of patients and families was well as division and department.
5. Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.

Required Qualifications*

• 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
• ACLS required (separate 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*

• 3-5 Years Surgery Experience
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team is required.
• High level of critical thinking. Ability to prioritize assignments and manage a busy work environment.
• High level of motivation to learn and participate in activities to improve patient care.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills are required. Professional appearance and demeanor are required.
• Experience in surgery or emergency room/urgent care is desired.
• 5 years cardiothoracic surgery experience strongly preferred.

Work Schedule

Hours: Shift/Hours/Days: Nighttime, variable schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays as required by the service. Shifts are 12 hours in duration. Location: Work locations include University Hospital Inpatient

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 .

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement the United Physician Assistants of Michigan Medicine, which represents bargaining unit members in 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 . For a current listing of all open PA job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please visit .

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.

Selection Process

Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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