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This is an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) job opening.

Both qualified NP and PA applicants will be considered.

PAs are directed to apply to job # 271047 and NPs are directed to apply to job # 271046.

A total of one (1), 1.0 FTE, Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

Michigan Medicine offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!

Full Time Salary range: $130,630 - $200,734 / year

What benefits can you look forward to?

• Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans with 2:1 Matching
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Generous Time Off Allowances
• $2500 Annual Professional Development Funds (0.5 FTE Appointment or above)
• Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• Tuition Support Progam
• Wellness Plans
• Work/Life Resources

Responsibilities*

Assist Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons with peri-operative care of surgical patients on the inpatient unit (4B) as well as a significant component as a first or second assistant in the operating room and perioperative care of patients in the outpatient clinic.

• Assist Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons with peri-operative care of surgical patients on the inpatient unit (4B)
• Serve as a first or second assistant in the operating room for surgical procedures.
• Provide perioperative care for patients in the outpatient clinic.
• Work collaboratively with attendings, fellows, residents, nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, nutritionists, social workers, discharge coordinators, and other consulting services.
• Ensure high-quality inpatient and outpatient care for all oral and maxillofacial surgery patients.
• Offer education and orientation for preoperative patients seen in clinic and inpatient settings.
• Supervise postoperative patients in a clinic setting.
• Manage patients' co-morbidities effectively.
• Act as the first contact for triaging inpatient consults.
• Facilitate hospital-to-hospital transfers.
• Provide peri-operative virtual surgical planning services and custom implants.
• Support the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery team by participating in daily resident-led rounds.
• Assess patients and adjust care orders as directed under protocol.
• Participate in daily multidisciplinary discharge rounds.
• Facilitate safe discharge and transition of care for oral and maxillofacial surgery patients.
• Communicate with patients' primary care physicians regarding follow-up medical plans.
• Participate in preoperative care conferences to anticipate medical needs during hospitalization.
• Act as a first or second assistant in minor and major surgical procedures.
• Provide patient and family/caregiver education.
• Document care and patient progress through detailed records.
• Communicate daily with nurse coordinators to ensure smooth transitions between inpatient and outpatient care.

Required Qualifications*

Np

• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan
• Current specialty certification to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Michigan
• Current specialty certification to practice as a Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
• State of Michigan Controlled Substance License required
• ACLS required (separate AHA approved BLS also required unless ACLS was completed through the UMHS Simulation Center).
• Current DEA registration

Pa

• Satisfactory completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor agencies, CAHEA or CAAHEP.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
• ACLS required (separate AHA approved BLS also required unless ACLS was completed through the UMHS Simulation Center).
• Current DEA registration required.
• State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required

NOTE: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.

NOTE: In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

RESUME REQUIRED (for Both Internal & External Applicants)

You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications*

• Minimum of two (2) years of full-time practice experience as an Advanced Practice Provider
• At least one (1) year Advanced Practice Provider experience with inpatient head and neck surgical patients
• Demonstrated participation in Quality Improvement (QI) projects and/or research
• Documentation of experience presenting to groups
• Ability to positively contribute to a group or inpatient setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organization, and problem-solving abilities
• Capability to work independently while prioritizing teamwork.
• Ability to coordinate clinical care and advocate for patients assertively.
• High level of critical thinking skills
• Proficiency in prioritizing assignments and managing a busy work environment.
• Competence in managing patients' co-morbidities.
• Clinical leadership experience with complex and multifaceted projects
• Motivation to learn and engage in activities to enhance patient care.
• Proficiency in providing patient education, evidenced by previous educator roles or training.
• Professional appearance, demeanor, and outstanding customer service skills

Work Schedule

40 hours per week

Shift/Hours/Days: Day Shift, Monday - Friday. Must have some flexibility in work schedule to include inpatient rounding and OR coverage.

Location: Inpatient Adult Hospital and Operating Room, potential for clinic in Med Inn

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Physician Assistants of Michigan Medicine (UPAMM), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with Physician Assistant opportunities please contact Nurse and Physician Assistant Recruitment at (734) 936-5183 or e-mail UMHS_PArecruit@med.umich.edu. For a current listing of all open PA job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please visit

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Opening ID

271047

Working Title

Advanced Practice Professional (Physician Assistant) Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Job Title

PA Surgical Specialty

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Surg OR/Floor Coverage

Posting Begin/End Date

12/22/2025 - 12/28/2025

Career Interest

Physician Assistant - Advanced Practice Professional

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Remote work, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift,

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