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 # 265284  and PAs are directed to apply to job # 265285

A total of two (2), 0.75 FTE Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.

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.

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: $125,605 - $193,013 / 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
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• Tuition Support Program(at supervisor discretion/budget)
• Wellness Plans
• Work/Life Resources
• Medical Malpractice Insurance

• Provide inpatient care to pediatric and young adult patients admitted on Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant (PBMT) and Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (PHO) service.  Provide overnight coverage for PBMT and PHO inpatient. 
• Direct patient care and management would include initiation of evaluation, review of laboratory and radiographic tests results, attend team-based rounds, process discharges, and developing a plan of care both independently and in coordination with other pediatric hematology-oncology/PBMT team members.
• Stabilizing and transferring patient to Pediatric ICU, if indicated.
• Patient and family counseling, education, and support as necessary.
• Collaboration with and referrals to other health care providers as necessary. 
• Support clinical research mission of the PBMT/ PHO programs, including care of patients on clinical trials. 
• Perform procedures such lumbar punctures and bone marrow biopsies, as needed.
• Contribute to the development, modification and interpretation of pediatric hematology/oncology/bone marrow transplant guidelines, policies, and procedures, including quality improvement activities. 
• Engage in professional development; attend continuing education/staff development programs to maintain knowledge of current literature. 
   

Nurse Practitioner

• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan.
• Current specialty certification to practice as an Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner 
• 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 
• Two (2) or more years of clinical experience in inpatient pediatrics

Physician Assistant

• 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 
• Two (2) or more years of clinical experience in inpatient pediatrics

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.

• One (1) or more years of NP or PA experience in an inpatient pediatric acute care unit
• One (1) or more years of clinical experience in pediatric bone marrow transplant, hematology/oncology, or immunodeficiencies.
• Commitment to clinical and translational research.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as measured by references and interviews.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, maintain attention to detail, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership in work setting and other professional activities.
   

Hours: 30 hours per week
Shifts: 12.5-hour shifts; primarily nights with rotation to days, includes weekend and holiday requirements
Location: CS Mott Children?s Hospital 7 East Inpatient Unit

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.

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.

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.

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 UMHS_PArecruit@med.umich.edu.  For a current listing of all open PA job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please visit www.UMHSpa.org. 

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.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.