APP Urology - Inpatient

Bronson Healthcare; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation assistance

CME stipend

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Bronson Healthcare in Kalamazoo is seeking an APP for Urology to provide first-call inpatient coverage. Candidates should have completed an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program and hold current Michigan licensure.

The role offers a collaborative environment with competitive compensation, relocation assistance, and benefits. Join Bronson's commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care and diversity.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current unrestricted or pending licensure in Michigan.
• 1-2 years of patient-care experience as an APP in an acute setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-call urology coverage for inpatient patients.
• Perform initial comprehensive assessments to determine appropriate level of care.
• Communicate effectively using SBAR with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient-centered care

Ability to use Word and spreadsheet software

Education

Accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program

Current licensure in Michigan

Job description

APP Urology - Inpatient

Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo, Michigan (BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital)

Position Highlights

• Three, 12‑hour shifts per week
• 13 weekends per year, including holiday weekends (no holiday or call obligation)
• First call for hospital urology coverage: consults, post‑operative rounding, bedside procedures under physician oversight
• Occasional clinic coverage to assist with urgent referrals evaluation

Responsibilities

• Provide first‑call urology coverage for inpatient patients, including consults, post‑operative rounding, bedside procedures, and occasional clinic visits.
• Perform initial comprehensive assessments to determine appropriate level of care and facilitate timely discharges or transfers.
• Evaluate patients, labs, EKG, and imaging studies.
• Complete documentation for billing, orders, and progress notes.
• Act as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team: coordinate care, identify complications, and implement quality measures.
• Communicate clearly and effectively using SBAR with physicians, the multidisciplinary team, patients, payers, and community agencies.
• Utilize collaborative agreements and prescriptive authority in partnership with oversight physicians.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current unrestricted or pending licensure in Michigan.
• 1‑2 years of patient‑care experience as an APP in an acute setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient‑centered care.
• Ability to use Word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Current prescriptive authority and collaborative agreement with oversight physician(s).
• Maintain all medical‑staff privilege requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

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

Bronson Diversity Commitment

• Bronson is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, ensuring equal access to opportunities for all employees and patients.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bronson Healthcare is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.