Physician Assistant

How to Apply This is an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) job opening. Both qualified NP and PA applicants will be considered. NPs are directed to apply to job # 265446 and PAs are directed to apply to job # 265447 A total of one (1), 1.0 FTE Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening. Job Summary University Health Service is currently seeking a Primary Care Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to diagnose and treat students, faculty, staff, retirees and others in need of urgent, continuing, and preventative medical care. Mission Statement The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. Who We Are The University of Michigan (UM) University Health Service (UHS), a unit of Student Life, is a large ambulatory, multispecialty health clinic that serves a large and diverse student body of more than 50,000 students, as well as UM faculty and staff. UHS provides clinical services throughout its primary care and specialty clinics, as well as health and wellness education and promotion. UHS is committed to promoting and protecting the health of students and other members of the University community so that they achieve their educational and personal goals. Responsibilities* Under a collaborative physician agreement, the PA will be expected to perform the following responsibilities: Patient contact (80%) Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and provide consultations to patients age 10 + with a wide variety of acute and chronic health concerns that present in an ambulatory setting. The scope of care includes comprehensive primary care including all common mental health conditions, PREP/PEP, gender affirming care, and non-operative gynecological care to both students and non-students. Provide weekend coverage on a rotating basis. Maintain compliance with billing and coding practices. Participate in the management of on-site medical emergency procedures. Perform common minor office procedures, including I&D, laceration, and LARC. Administrative/non-patient contact (20%) Provide indirect patient care via phone calls, patient portal, and other modes of communication. Attend and actively participate in on-site Continuing Medical Education activities and other outside CME activities relevant to specific area of training. Participate in the administrative functioning of UHS through various committees, work-groups or special projects as directed by the Medical Director or designee. Complete regular peer review and quality improvement activities as coordinated through the Primary Care clinics and the Quality Improvement Committee. Position Responsibilities Criteria Demonstrated ability to work from a perspective of cultural humility with people from diverse populations (e.g. nationality, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, class, and other social identities) Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills Excellent critical thinking and judgement Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills Knowledge of the importance of consent, confidentiality, patient autonomy, and client privacy Ability to work independently and as a member of a team Ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate change effectively Physical Requirements Ability to move through 4-story building as needed Ability to evaluate and treat patients with infectious illnesses Required Qualifications* Required Qualifications (PA): Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan. 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). State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required Current DEA registration required AHA approved BLS certification Minimum 2 years of recent experience as an NP (within the last 5 years) in an ambulatory care primary care setting providing continuity of care to patients Clinical experience relevant to the UHS scope of practice (e.g. adolescent health, office-based surgical procedures, sports medicine, gynecologic health) Experience with contraception education/prescriptions, including emergency contraception Experience in office-based orthopedic care Experience with risk assessment and safety planning Required Qualifications (NP): Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan. Current specialty certification as a Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) DEA license, or ability to obtain DEA license within 30 days of start date required AHA approved BLS certification Minimum 2 years of recent experience as an NP (within the last 5 years) in an ambulatory care primary care setting providing continuity of care to patients Clinical experience relevant to the UHS scope of practice (e.g. adolescent health, office-based surgical procedures, sports medicine, gynecologic health) Experience with contraception education/prescriptions, including emergency contraception Experience in office-based orthopedic care Experience with risk assessment and safety planning 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. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process. RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants): You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position. Desired Qualifications* Proficiency using MiChart or EPIC electronic health record Bi-lingual or multi-lingual skills Experience managing common mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, insomnia, and ADHD Experience with office-based surgical procedures Experience in motivational interviewing Knowledge and experience with principles of trauma-informed care Work Schedule Hours/week: 40 hours per week Shift/Hours: Regular daytime hours, with occasional evening and weekend expectations. Start and finish times TBD Location: University Health Service, 207 Fletcher Street, Ann Arbor 48109 Provide care via telehealth services as appropriate 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 included in the bargaining unit, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment. Background Screening The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 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 265447 Working Title Advanced Practice Professional (Physician Assistant) University Health Service (UHS) Job Title PA General Medicine Work Location Ann Arbor Campus Ann Arbor, MI Modes of Work Hybrid Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular FLSA Status Exempt Organizational Group Dsa Health Service Department Health Svc Clinic Operations Posting Begin/End Date 6/27/2025 - 7/04/2025 Career Interest Patient Care Services Physician Assistant - Advanced Practice Professional