APP Manager, Surgical Specialties (Thoracic, Vascular, Plastics, Wound, Hyperbaric, Transplant)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization where you can make a significant impact on patient care and service line development. In this dynamic role, you'll manage reporting APPs and supervisors, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols while fostering a culture of quality improvement and strategic planning. With a blend of administrative and clinical responsibilities, you'll lead recruitment efforts, oversee performance evaluations, and collaborate with leadership to identify growth opportunities. This position offers a chance to inspire and mentor a dedicated team while contributing to the overall success of the organization. If you're passionate about healthcare and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Employee discounts

Health, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Retirement plans

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Valid licensure and certification required for Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners.
• Experience in clinical oversight and leadership is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage reporting APPs and oversee administrative duties.
• Evaluate staffing effectiveness and mentor staff.
• Ensure compliance with hospital protocols and policies.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Clinical Oversight

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Team Building

Education

Valid Licensure

Certification

BLS Certification

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 adheres to scope of practice and hospital protocols. Assesses staffing effectiveness, mentors staff, and oversees administrative duties such as hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, and compliance with OPPE/FPPE. Represents APPs to external review bodies like the Joint Commission and American College of Surgeons.

The position is typically 50% administrative and 50% clinical, with flexibility based on departmental needs. It is a 40-hour role that may include off-shift hours, weekends, and holidays. The role provides leadership within specific specialties, with potential for expansion.

Benefits

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

Essential Functions

1. Collaborate with leadership to identify growth opportunities and process improvements.
2. Evaluate and adjust APP staffing based on clinical needs.
3. Lead recruitment, retention, and recognition efforts for APPs.
4. Ensure financial integrity by monitoring billing, reimbursement, and utilization metrics.
5. Oversee CE/CME policies and expenditures.
6. Develop peer review and quality metrics, assist with chart reviews, and develop FPPE protocols.
7. Manage change within the service line and oversee clinical training and education.
8. Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions as necessary.
9. Coordinate scheduling and respond to staffing changes.
10. Maintain clinical practice in the designated area of expertise.

Supervision and Qualifications

Supervision Received: Dual reporting to the APP Director and physician leader.

Supervision Exercised: Administrative oversight of APPs.

Candidate Requirements: Valid licensure, certification, DEA registration, BLS, and relevant clinical and leadership experience for Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners.

Application Requirements

Attach a complete resume and cover letter for consideration.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in clinical oversight and leadership
• Knowledge of regulations, credentialing, and policies
• Strong analytical, management, and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and team-building abilities
• Experience managing teams across multiple sites

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