Advanced Practice Professional (PA) Pediatric Cardiology - Interventional Team

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Savings 2:1 Matching

Group Term Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Generous Time Off

Annual Professional Development Funds

Maternity and Parental Leave

Tuition Support Program

Malpractice Insurance

Job summary

Michigan Medicine is seeking an Advanced Practice Professional to join the Congenital Heart Center in Ann Arbor. This role provides outpatient and consultative care for pediatric cardiology patients, with responsibilities spanning pre-, intra-, and post-operative management.

Flexibility for hybrid work is available. Qualified NP or PA candidates must hold active Michigan licensure and appropriate certifications; credentialing is required.

Qualifications

• Current licensure to practice as an NP or PA in Michigan and corresponding board certification.
• Graduate of an accredited NP program or ARC-PA/CAHEA/CAAHEP compliant PA program.
• DEA license or ability to obtain; PALS/ACLS as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient and consultative care for pediatric cardiology patients, including 24-hour observation.
• Pre-, intra-, and post-operative management and appropriate referrals.
• Document care and progress, develop education programs, and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse license

Nurse Practitioner license/certification

PALS/ACLS/D DEA where applicable

Credentialing and licensure in Michigan

Job description

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 # 282919 and PAs are directed to apply to job # 282920.

A total of one (1), 1.0 FTE Advanced Practice Professionals (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.

Responsibilities*

This position will have outpatient and consultative responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Participates in the care of interventional patients as outpatient and 24 hour observation patients. Performs health assessments, including patient history, physical examinations, diagnostic tests and appropriate interventions or referrals. Specifically, pre, intra and post operative management, discharge and interpretation of testing associated with these procedures. Consistent with the collaborative practice agreement, diagnose and treat patients in a medical and post-procedural care setting. Exercises autonomy in medical decision-making and provides a range of diagnostic and therapeutic services. This will include managing patients with complex, acute, and chronic health conditions. Participates in general cardiology clinic approximately one day per week. Participates in both in person and virtual visits. Participates in program development, protocol review and development, and quality improvement with opportunities to participate in clinical research. Documents patient care, progress towards goals and maintains complete and detailed patient records. Provides health education. Develops and implements patient education programs. Presents workshops, lectures and in-service programs for care team members as well as patients and families. A small portion of effort will be spent providing cross coverage for other Advanced Practice Providers (responsibilities TBD).

Required Qualifications*

Required Qualifications (NP)

• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan.
• Current specialty certification as an Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioners will be considered based on relevant experience by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB).
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• PALS certification (if ACLS certified, must have PALS within 1-2 months of employment)
• DEA license or ability to obtain
• Three (3) years of advanced practice (APP) clinical care for pediatric cardiology/cardiac surgery patients
• Demonstrated excellent communication and problem solving skills.

Required Qualifications (PA)

• 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
• PALS or ACLS certification or the ability to obtain
• DEA license or ability to obtain
• Three (3) years of advanced practice (APP) clinical care for pediatric cardiology/cardiac surgery patients
• Demonstrated excellent communication and problem solving skills.

NOTE: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.

NOTE: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.

RESUME REQUIRED (for Both Internal & External Applicants)

You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications*

• Demonstrated ability to complete history and physical examination, order appropriate diagnostic studies; synthesize information and make informed clinical decisions; develop appropriate care plans that are responsive to patient and family needs and preferences in a pediatric acute or critical care setting and in a clinic setting.
• Prior experience in quality improvement and research in this population
• Demonstrated skill with patient education in post procedural management for pediatric cardiology patients
• Demonstrated skill with and knowledge of the principles of Patient and Family Centered Care.
• Demonstrated high level of critical thinking and ability to prioritize assignments and manage a busy work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-directed, reliable, demonstrates initiative and motivation to work independently as evidenced by previous/current employment experience and demonstrated in annual evaluations.
• Must reflect a professional appearance and demeanor and possess excellent customer service skills

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: $135,855 - $208,763 / 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 Plansli>
• 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 the work modes.

Work Schedule

Hours per week: 40

Days/ Hours/ Shift: Day shift

Location: Congenital Heart Center at the University of Michigan 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 (UPAMM), 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 [phone] or e-mail [email protected]. For a current listing of all open PA job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please visit here.

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.