Advanced Practice Professional (PA) Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery

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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 # 243565, PAs are directed to apply to job # 243566

A total of one(1), 1.0 FTE, Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.

Summary

Michigan Medicine, regionally and nationally known for its commitment to providing high quality, family- centered patient care is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner for our Pediatric Service in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Our advanced practice providers (APPs) serve as integral members of a multidisciplinary team providing advanced diagnostic care and therapeutic interventions for patients across the continuum of age and acuity levels. Joining our pediatric service provides an opportunity to work alongside a team of professionals dedicated to the care of our youngest patients.

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! 

Salary range: $116,239 - $178,620

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
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• Tuition Support Program(at supervisor discretion/budget)
• Wellness Plans
• Work/Life Resources
• Medical Malpractice Insurance

Responsibilities*

As a key member of the clinical team, the APP will be expected to treat patients autonomously with faculty available for guidance when necessary. The APP will assist surgeons in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and provide service continuity in the outpatient setting (including preoperative care, postoperative care, as well as management of non-operative patient conditions) under the direction of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Service.

Responsibilities include:

• Obtaining a detailed history
• Performing a comprehensive musculoskeletal physical examination
• Presenting pertinent information to the medical staff
• Interpretation of diagnostic and laboratory tests
• Perform various therapeutic and minor procedures including suture/staple removal and apply/remove/wedge/mold casts.
• Assist surgeons in the operating room (as needed)
• Serve as a resource to administrative (administrative assistants and call center staff) and medical (nursing, medical assistants and athletic trainers) staff on a daily basis
• Coordinate care plans as needed
• Administer follow-up to patients and assist in referring to various internal and external facilities
• Provide routine orthopaedic services effectively and efficiently
• Compile and record detailed narrative evaluations
• The incumbent is expected to call patients and families and be available to answer questions in support of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Service
  

Required Qualifications*

NP: 

• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.
• Current specialty certification to practice as an Family Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Primary Care 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 also required unless PALS was completed through the UMHS Simulation Center
• 1 year of APP experience in direct patient care in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery within the last 5 years

PA

• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
• Satisfactory completion of a physician assistant program accredited by ARC-PA or one of its predecessor agencies. 
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required  
• Current DEA registration required
• State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required  
• AHA approved BLS also required unless PALS was completed through the UMHS Simulation Center
• 1 year of APP experience in direct patient care in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery within the last 5 years

NOTE:

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 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner or as a Physician Assistant
• Experience with surgical patient care 
• Demonstrate experience in evaluation and care of preoperative and postoperative surgical patients 
• Demonstrate ability to prioritize, problem solve, and delegate effectively and efficiently 
• Demonstrate ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team member on the Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Service and with other Orthopaedic Surgery non-physician providers. 
• Must have the ability to interact well with pediatric patients and their families. 
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and patient service skills.  
• Demonstrate leadership in a professional healthcare setting and other professional activities. 
• Attention to detail and organizational skills highly desirable. 
• Some flexibility in work schedule will be necessary.  
• Demonstrated active participation in professional development
  

Work Schedule

Shift/Hours/Days:
Weekdays (Monday-Friday) 40 Hours/week
Location: Service at Mott, possible satellite clinic locations (including Northville and Brighton)

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.

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.