APP Urology - Inpatient

Provider Careers at Bronson Medical Group; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Annual quality incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation assistance

CME stipend

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for their Urology department in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This role involves providing quality inpatient care, with responsibilities including clinical management and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have completed an accredited program, hold Michigan licensure, and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and benefits like relocation assistance and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted or pending licensure in the state of Michigan.
• Current DEA license to prescribe medications (if applicable).
• Must maintain all requirements for medical-staff privileges.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with the multidisciplinary team for effective patient outcomes.
• Perform initial comprehensive assessments for service need determination.
• Evaluate and manage patients, documenting medical care and updates.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Patient-centered care

Clinical assessment abilities

Education

Accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program

Job description

Title

APP Urology – Inpatient

Location

BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

Description

Bronson Urology and Continence Specialists have an exciting opportunity for a goal‑oriented, energetic Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The role focuses on delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered care in an acute inpatient setting.

Position Highlights

• Three 12‑hour shifts per week, 13 weekends per year including holiday weekends, but no holiday or call obligation.
• First‑call coverage for hospital urology including consults, post‑operative rounding, bedside procedures with oversight from a physician.
• Occasional clinic coverage to assist with evaluation of urgent referrals.
• 1–2 years of patient‑care experience as an APP preferred.
• Comfortable working with primarily adult patients in an acute setting.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Current unrestricted or pending licensure in the state of Michigan.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and quality patient‑centered care.
• Current DEA license to prescribe medications (if applicable).
• Prescriptive authority and collaborative agreement with an oversight physician in place.
• Must maintain all requirements for medical‑staff privileges.

Benefits

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Competitive compensation with annual quality incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Relocation assistance, CME stipend, and sign‑on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Concurrent Clinical Management: Coordinate care with the multidisciplinary team to facilitate patient progression toward outcomes, including discharge or transfer; act as a clinical resource; identify complications and implement preventive measures; assist in integrating quality measures.
• Utilization Review: Perform initial comprehensive assessments to determine service intensity and need for hospital transfer; apply regulatory and third‑party payor criteria; facilitate timely discharges/transfers to appropriate level of care.
• Clinical Management: Evaluate and appropriately manage patients; interpret lab, EKG, imaging studies; document billing, medical care, orders, progress notes; be available for nursing questions or patient status changes.

Diversity & Equal Opportunity

Bronson Healthcare’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: We believe all people should have full and equal access to opportunities to live healthy lives. We are committed to practicing DEI across our health system and fostering a culture of belonging. We strive to employ a diverse workforce to enhance the quality of care we provide and the interactions we have with patients, families, colleagues, and communities.