Advanced Practice Professional (PA) Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology - Pancreas and Advanced Endoscopy Program

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How to Apply

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 # 248558 and PAs are directed to apply to job # 248559

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

Summary

This advanced practice professional with the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology will be responsible for supporting the Pediatric Pancreas Program and Pediatric Advanced and Interventional Endoscopy Program. This individual will see new and return patients with acute, acute recurrent, and chronic pancreatitis, pancreas insufficiency, as well as patients with GI disorders requiring advanced and interventional endoscopy including the polyposis syndromes. Chronic pain management would be a component of the position, working alongside a multidisciplinary team. This APP will order imaging and determine need for advanced procedures. This individual will perform independent visits for screening and follow-up of patients for advanced endoscopy, as well as assist with processes surrounding the procedure (i.e. prescribing medications, triaging questions, and consenting).

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: $116,239 - $178,620 / 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

Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

Tuition Support Progam

Wellness Plans

Work/Life Resources

Responsibilities*

• Providing independent visit for pancreatitis, pancreatic insufficiency, polyposis syndromes, and pre-op/status-post advanced endoscopy.

• Providing medical care for other GI related concerns (i.e. constipation or reflux) to this population.

• Ordering imaging and determining need for advanced procedures.

• Supporting those with chronic pain, in a multidisciplinary team.

• Coordinating advanced endoscopic procedures with the program scheduler (case requests, prescribing medications, triage questions, arrange ADPs).

• Coordinate itineraries with program coordinator for patients requiring local overnight stays and multiple other specialty visits or testing.

• Completing consents, histories, and physical examinations prior to endoscopy.

• Telephone and in-basket messages, as well as timely documentation of all patient care encounters.

• Participating in divisional education/meetings, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Collaborating and serving as a resource for staff regarding this special population.

• Demonstrating flexibility to meet demands of patients and families, as well as the division and department.

• Providing excellent customer service.

Required Qualifications*

NP:

• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.

• Current specialty certification to practice as an Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Primary 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

• Three of more years of clinical experience with the pediatric population

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

• AHA approved BLS

• Three of more years of clinical experience with the pediatric population

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*

• Two or more years of experience as an APP in pediatrics.

• Two or more years of direct patient care experience in the pediatric gastroenterology specialty.

• Ambulatory care experience

• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork in an interprofessional team.

• Demonstrated commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities

• Demonstrates high level of critical thinking and medical knowledge.

• Excellent time management skills and an ability to prioritize assignments

• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team.

Work Schedule

Hours: 40 per week

Shifts: 8-10 hour shifts

Days: Monday-Friday (potential for adjustments as necessary)

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.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

248559

Working Title

Advanced Practice Professional (PA) Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology - Pancreas and Advanced Endoscopy Program

Job Title

PA Medical Specialty

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM CW Mott Administration

Posting Begin/End Date

5/03/2024 - 5/17/2024

Career Interest

Physician Assistant - Advanced Practice Professional

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