Advanced Practice Professional (PA) Pediatric Neurosurgery Ambulatory Care
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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.
Responsibilities*
As a member of the team, the APP will be expected to evaluate and treat neurosurgery patients independently with faculty available for guidance, as well as assist neurosurgeons in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric patients.
Preoperative teaching, preoperative and postoperative care in the outpatient setting.
Obtain detailed history; perform physical examinations and present pertinent information/data to the medical staff.
Perform detailed neurologic examination.
Formulate treatment plan, order appropriate radiographic, labs, and/or diagnostic studies.
Collect and interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests: radiographic procedures, and clinical studies.
Place referrals to various internal and external services/facilities.
Evaluate, screen, and counsel patients on health maintenance and promote utilization of community resources.
See new, return, and postoperative patients and manage routine and moderately complex conditions
Support protocol driven follow up
Evaluate and initiate care for time sensitive but non-operative conditions, and see urgent referrals
Provide routine neurosurgical services effectively and efficiently.
Provide consult services for inpatient, and emergency room patients when
Provide independent and collaborative outpatient evaluation and management within designated specialty clinics
Manage electronic health record messages, patient calls, result review, documentation, and care coordination tasks
Provide clinical leadership in practice, staff development, and research.
Participate in student, trainee, and staff education.
Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
Provide clinical leadership in practice, staff development, and research.
Required Qualifications*
PA Required Qualifications
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 also required unless PALS was completed through the UMHS Simulation Center
PALS
Two years of experience working in pediatric neurosurgery as an Advanced Practice Professional
NP Required Qualifications
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 also required unless PALS was completed through the UMHS Simulation Center
PALS
Two years of experience working in pediatric neurosurgery as an Advanced Practice Professional
NOTE: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
NOTE: NOTE: 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*
Four (4) or more years of pediatric or neurosurgery APP experience
Experience with pediatric patient care.
Experience in evaluation and care of preoperative and postoperative neurosurgical patients
Excellent patient service, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to evaluate and care for preoperative and postoperative pediatric neurosurgical patients.
Excellent interpersonal skills while working with parents/caregivers with new neurosurgical diagnosis/stressful situations.
The ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team on the Neurosurgical Service and with other Neurosurgical advanced practice providers.
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: $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 (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
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 thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Work Schedule
Hours: 40 per week.
Location: C.S. Mott Children's Hospital
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 click here (https://careers.umich.edu/search-jobs?career\interest=610&work\location=All&position=All®ular\temporary=All&job\id=&department=&title=&keyword=) .
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.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
279142
Working Title
Advanced Practice Professional (PA) Pediatric Neurosurgery Ambulatory Care
Job Title
PA Surgical Specialty
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM CW Neuro/Oral/Plastic Surg
Posting Begin/End Date
6/19/2026 - 7/03/2026
Career Interest
Physician Assistant - Advanced Practice Professional
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