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

Corewell Health; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated leader to manage APPs and enhance patient care. This role balances clinical and administrative responsibilities, ensuring alignment with hospital protocols while mentoring staff and driving quality improvements. With a focus on leadership within specialty services, you will have the opportunity to influence clinical growth and participate in strategic planning. This position offers generous benefits, including paid time off and comprehensive health plans, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Employee discounts

Comprehensive health plans

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Savings & retirement plans

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• 5 years clinical experience and 2 years leadership experience required.
• Current MI license and DEA registration necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage reporting APPs and supervisors, ensuring compliance with protocols.
• Evaluate staffing needs and oversee recruitment and retention efforts.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Effective Communication

Clinical Oversight

Change Management

Education

Physician Assistant License

Nurse Practitioner License

ARC-PA Accredited Program Completion

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 and hospital protocols. Assesses staffing effectiveness, mentors APPs, and handles administrative duties such as hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, and compliance with review standards. Represents APPs in external reviews like the Joint Commission and American College of Surgeons.

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

Note: This is a 40-hour position that may include off-shifts, weekends, and holidays. It provides leadership within the specialty service(s) with potential expansion based on organizational needs.

Benefits

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

Essential Functions

• Collaborate on clinical growth and process improvements; participate in leadership meetings
• Evaluate APP workforce needs and approve staffing requests
• Support APP recruitment, retention, and recognition efforts
• Monitor financial metrics like reimbursement, productivity, and utilization
• Oversee CE/CME policies and expenses
• Develop peer review and quality metrics; assist with chart reviews
• Develop FPPE in collaboration with physician leadership
• Manage change within the service line; oversee APP education and billing processes
• Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions as needed
• Manage scheduling and coordinate with APP Supervisors
• Clinically work 50% in the designated area of expertise

Supervision

• Dual reporting to the relevant APP Director and physician leader; collaborates on clinical duties

Supervision Exercised

• Administrative supervision over APPs in assigned areas

Candidate Requirements

Physician Assistant: Current MI license, ARC-PA accredited program completion, NCCPA certification, MI Controlled Substance License, DEA registration, BLS, 5 years clinical, 2 years leadership experience.

Nurse Practitioner: Current MI licensure, accredited NP program, DEA registration, BLS, 5 years clinical, 2 years leadership experience.

Resume Required: Attach a complete resume and cover letter.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the clinical area of oversight
• Knowledge of AP practice, regulations, credentialing
• Leadership and management skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Experience in regional leadership and change management

Join us and start your journey where the extraordinary begins. Apply now!