APP Manager, Surgical Specialties (Bariatric, ENT, Urology-Research, Breast, Surg Opt)

Corewell Health; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic leader to manage reporting APPs and supervisors, focusing on patient care and service line development. This role balances administrative and clinical responsibilities, ensuring that clinical work aligns with hospital policies. With opportunities for growth and leadership, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact within a specialty service. Join a dedicated team that values innovation and quality improvement, and be part of a mission to inspire hope and improve health in the community.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Employee discounts

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Savings & retirement plans

Disability insurance

Identity theft protection

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• 5+ years clinical experience and 2+ years in leadership roles.
• Current Michigan license and DEA registration required.

Responsibilities

• Manage APPs and supervisors, ensuring alignment with hospital policies.
• Evaluate workforce needs and oversee recruitment and retention efforts.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Clinical Expertise

Regulatory Knowledge

Staffing Management

Education

Current Michigan License

NCCPA Certification

Graduate of Accredited Program (for Nurse Practitioners)

Job description

Improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. That's just the beginning of the difference you can make when you join our team at Corewell Health.

Job Summary

Responsible for managing reporting APPs and APP supervisors, including activities related to patient care, service line development, quality improvement, strategic planning, and policy enforcement. Ensures APP clinical work aligns with scope of practice and hospital policies. Assesses staffing effectiveness, skill mix, and develops responsive staffing systems. Mentors, coaches, and manages administrative duties such as hiring, onboarding, orientation, performance evaluations, OPPE/FPPE, etc. Represents APPs to external review bodies like the Joint Commission and the American College of Surgeons.

The position is typically 50% administrative and 50% clinical, as determined by the APP Director or VP of APP Services.

Note: This is a 40-hour position that may include off-shift hours, weekends, and holidays. The role provides leadership within a specialty service with potential for expansion to other APP teams based on organizational needs.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling
• Employee discounts on various products and services
• Health, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation assistance
• Savings & retirement plans, disability insurance, identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Free onsite parking

Essential Functions

1. Collaborate with leadership to identify clinical growth opportunities and process improvements.
2. Evaluate APP workforce needs and approve staffing requests.
3. Work with the APP Director on recruitment, retention, and recognition efforts.
4. Monitor financial metrics such as reimbursement, productivity, and utilization.
5. Oversee CE/CME policies and expenses.
6. Develop peer review and quality metrics, assist with chart reviews as needed.
7. Develop FPPE in collaboration with physician leadership.
8. Manage service line changes and communication between APP leadership and staff, including student placements.
9. Oversee clinical training, orientation, billing, and coding education.
10. Manage APP performance through evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
11. Coordinate scheduling and handle unexpected staffing changes.
12. Clinically work in 50% of the time in your area of expertise, as determined by leadership.

Supervision

• Dual reporting to the APP Director and physician leader for administrative purposes.

Supervision Exercised

• Administrative supervision over APPs in assigned areas.

Candidate Requirements

Physician Assistant:

• Current Michigan license, NCCPA certification, DEA registration, BLS, 5+ years clinical, 2+ years leadership.

Nurse Practitioner:

• Current Michigan licensure, graduate of accredited program, DEA registration, BLS, 5+ years clinical, 2+ years leadership.

Application Requirements

Attach a complete and accurate resume and cover letter.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the clinical area, knowledge of regulations, leadership skills, and regional oversight experience.

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