Physician Assistant jobs at University of Michigan - 7 jobs

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors. Bargaining Unit: UUP Job Summary: The Department of Ambulatory Dialysis at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH Physician Assistant 1. The successful candidate will: * Have attendance and availability for daily rounds on the shifts assigned. * Conduct weekly notes on the dialysis patients; thus, at least four notes on each patient assigned; each month, one note must be detailed, addressing all the lab data and discussions with the patient about any changes made to the dialysis prescription. * Competency will be judged by the ability of the Physician Assistant to detect abnormal lab data, physical assessment, and vital Sign reasoning as well as documentation of the corrective action. * Perform admission histories and physicals and repeat yearly physicals on the assigned patients in a timely manner. * Perform initial plan of care and individual patient assessments in a timely manner within 15-days of admission, with proper follow up for unstable patients as required under current CMS guidelines. * Physician Assistant will be assessed on the ability to identify unstable patients and their desire to see that the plan of care is changed accordingly. Any close follow up for the unstable patients has to be arranged by the Physician Assistant for their respective unstable condition, documented in the progress notes. * Order and review radiological studies, request appropriate consults and discuss with patients follow up of abnormal results. Document non-compliance when studies were not followed out by patient. * Be available for prescription writing, address questions by the nursing staff for patient care related issues and any other consultative needs that the patient might have. The number of complaints received from the staff regarding availability and patient satisfaction responses will be used to assess Physician Assistance performance. * Have regular attendance and willingness to participate in QA and PQI programs to enhance patient care as well as their well being. * Conduct medication reconciliation monthly on notes and recertification of VNS/ Horne health agencies. Communicating with VNS services for continuity of care. * Must have regular availability as the business needs require for the safe operational function of the unit. * Conduct a full write up of new patients for presentation at the monthly QA with special emphasis on patients with catheters, whether vein mapping has been done or scheduled, whether surgery for AV access has been arranged, and whether a follow up of the patient has been scheduled post AV access placement for intervention, if not developing properly. Physician Assistant notes will be audited to determine whether or not AV Fistula development is being monitored and follow up appointments are being made. All new patients should have a clinical summary presented at QA for a minimum of three months (90 days), after which they can be removed from the QA description of "new patients" to make room for other new patients. The assigned Physician Assistant must inform the vascular access manager ahead of time of the status of their patients AV access and catheters so that the vascular access manager can have the reports prepared for IPRO in a timely manner. All new patients should have their immunization, HIV status and hepatitis A, B and C reviewed are reported to QA. * Conduct medication order entry in a timely manner whenever there is a change in schedule of a patient for the purposes of holidays, or patient showing up on a non-dialysis day. * Be accountable for responding to all lab data and reporting such in their notes, especially if the labs were out of range and critical in nature. Response of the Physician Assistant as to how they dealt with abnormal labs and addressed them with the patient will be utilized for their evaluation. All labs need to be documented in the notes even if they were done on a day different from the monthly lab. * Conduct timely completion and presence during care plan meetings which are held every Thursday for proper completion of the care plans for you respective patients assigned to you. If the patient moved in the month assigned to you to a different shift, the responsibility is still with you for that month to finish the care plan for that particular month. This will hold true for patients that are deemed unstable and require monthly care plans for three months to determine whether their condition is deteriorating or improving. Required Qualifications: * Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or Baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets the licensure requirements in the State of New York. * New York State Physician Assistant Licensure. * National Certification in New York or in another state with reciprocity. Preferred Qualifications: * 2+ years of experience working with CKD patients, patients with ESRD on dialysis and patients who have received a renal transplant. Work Schedule: Variable Days; Variable Hours (Full-Time) Salary Grade/Rank: SL-5 Salary Range: Commensurate with experience and qualifications Executive Order: Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at ************** or via email at ****************. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at *****************

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) is seeking a Part-Time Physician Assistant for the Surgical Transitions for Aging Residents (STAR) Program. Under physician supervision, provides medical and surgical care to patients of varying type and acuity. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: * Functions in the role of advanced practitioner to coordinate comprehensive care delivery in the geriatric and surgical populations. * Performs assessment of patient health status by obtaining health and medical history, performing physical examinations identifying medical and health risk and needs, and records changes in health status. * Performs and/or assists with designated procedures both in and out of the operating room and outpatient ambulatory clinic procedure room. * Writes orders/prescriptions for standard formulary medications, laboratory, radiographic studies and consultations. * Coordinates the scheduling of admissions, diagnostic evaluations, follow-up exams, laboratory tests, referral to home care, social services, and other agencies in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services. * Documents in the medical record and dictates information as appropriate. * Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books, journals and other literature. * Attends related conferences, seminars and other related activities. * Provides input into the strategic planning, implementation and evaluation of the geriatric surgery program. * Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects. * Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions. * All other duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: * Meets state requirements governing the qualification for Physician Assistants. * Knowledge of the laws of the State of Michigan in regard to clinical activities and the Code of Ethics of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. * Experience and interest in assisting with surgical procedures is preferred. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS: * Licensed in the State of Michigan as a Physician Assistant or eligible to be licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan required. * Michigan Controlled Substance License required. * Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program required. * Current NCCPA certification or eligible for certification required. * Maintenance of CPR certification; BLCS certification preferred. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Ability to work varied hours. * Ability to work effectively and efficiently under tight deadlines, high volumes and multiple interruptions. * Ability to make quality, independent decisions. * Excellent time management skills. * Independently mobile. * Demonstrates knowledge of and follows preventive measures to minimize exposure to blood and air borne pathogens. * Ability to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. * Ability to operate standard office equipment such as multi-line telephone, dictation equipment, copier, fax machine, etc. * Ability to accept and apply feedback. * Regular and predictable attendance is expected. * Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow. * Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.

Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU's mission, vision, and leadership standards. You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. Position Available January 2026 through first week of May 2026. For best consideration, please submit application materials on or before Monday, January 5, 2026. Position Information Position Information Posting Number S-3776 Position Number 99999 Type of Recruitment External Position Title NURSE PRACTITIONER/PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT TEMPORARY (PART-TIME) Position Summary The temporary Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for primary care and student mental health services under the direction of a supervising psychiatrist. Other administrative duties may be assigned by the Dean and his/her designee. Duties include, but are not limited to, providing medical and mental health services to patients, inclusive of all functions necessary to provide quality medical care; responding to questions/consultations of the staff; following medical protocols, handouts and clinical standards, and assisting in expanding the competencies of the clinical staff. Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant educational program. Member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), as applicable. Existing unrestricted license to practice in Michigan, or license eligibility in Michigan. Preferred Qualifications One year of clinical experience. Specialty in Psychiatry or experience working with mental health services with interest or experience working in a college or university setting. Experience working with Electronic Medical Records and computers. Experience in an Academic Medical Center or a teaching environment. Excellent practice history, ability to be insured for liability purposes. Duties & Responsibilities Practices medicine using sound medical judgment and adheres to all ethical considerations of the practice of medicine; knows limitations and seeks consult when advisable; keeps abreast of current technologies and industry standards. Follows all internal policies and procedures; accountable for completion of all operational tasks according to departmental guidelines to ensure appropriate clinical documentation supporting sound medical billing, compliance, the handling of PHI (protected health information) and the financial viability of clinical services. Successful completion of EPIC EMR training and system use. Openly works with administrative leadership to understand productivity benchmarking including the use of relative value units (RVU) targets. Advises administration of any issues that may impact clinical operations. Sees patients in a timely and efficient manner per current practice management protocols including open patient access, wait times, patient throughput and client satisfaction. Completes and attests open encounters the same day as the patient. Supervision Exercised None. Message to Applicants Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU's mission, vision, and leadership standards. You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. Position Available January 2026 through first week of May 2026. For best consideration, please submit application materials on or before Monday, January 5, 2026. Employee Group Temporary Staff Staff Pay Level Pay Range $52.50 - $55.50 per hour Division Academic Affairs Department University Health Services Position Status Temporary Position End Date 05/09/2026 Employment Status Part-Time FTE 0.00 Position Type Other Weekly Work Schedule Flexible schedule within clinical hours, approximately 50 hours per 2 week pay period. Location Mount Pleasant, MI About the Department Clinic Hours M-F 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. , lunch 12:00 p.m. -1:00 p.m. About CMU Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives. We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, master's, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence. CMU leads the nation in leadership development programming through our Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute, and we are proud to be among only 5% of U.S. universities in the top two Carnegie research classifications. Our faculty work with graduate and undergraduate students in areas such as Great Lakes research, medical innovation, engineering technology and more. Central is home to 17 men's and women's Division 1 sports including football, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, wrestling and more. Our student-athletes achieve great success in competition and in the classroom, capturing Mid-American Conference championships and maintaining an average cumulative GPA of 3.17. CMU is located in Mount Pleasant, a community that blends the best of small-town living with big-city amenities. It's part of the culturally varied and vibrant Great Lakes Bay Region that also includes Saginaw, Bay City, Midland and the state's largest Native American community, centered on the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Reservation in Mount Pleasant. Area residents enjoy the mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, shopping and dining options, and family attractions. Other major Michigan destinations and attractions - Lansing, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Traverse City, wineries, beaches, golf and ski resorts, and many more - are within easy reach of the city's central location in Michigan's Lower Peninsula. CMU employees enjoy access to a nationally recognized wellness program along with health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms. CMU Leadership Standards Central Michigan University is a place where we value students and work for their success, where we act as family, and where employees are engaged, appreciated and have extraordinary opportunities to make a difference. We intentionally maintain and strengthen the hallmark CMU culture that sets us apart from our peers by expecting CMU leaders and employees to model the following Leadership Standards and develop them within their teams. Please review the Leadership Standards before applying for this position. EEO Statement CMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and institution. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight. If you wish to see "Know Your Rights " posters, please click here. CMU does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, including admission and employment, and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 not to discriminate in such a matter. Inquiries about the application of Title IX can be made to CMU's Title IX Coordinator, the US Department of Education's Assistant Secretary, or both. CMU's Title IX Coordinator can be reached at: Phone: ************ Office: 103 E. Preston St. Bovee University Center, suite 306 Mount Pleasant, MI 48858 Email: ***************** Posting Ends Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * How did you first learn of this job opportunity? Please list the specific advertising source or indicate if it was word of mouth. (Open Ended Question) * * Have you graduated from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant educational program? * Yes * No * * Are you certified by either the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for FNP's? * Yes * No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents * Resume/Curriculum Vitae Optional Documents * Cover Letter

Extended Day/Extended Day Assistant District: Plymouth-Canton Community Schools Additional Information: Show/Hide Extended Day Assistant 1:1 with Student HOURS: 7:00am - 9:00am and 3:30pm - 6:00 pm Monday through Friday LOCATION: Isbister Elementary School JOB GOAL: The staff member will work one on one with a student to aid them while at Kids' Time. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * High school graduate or equivalent. * Experience working with children with autism. * Demonstrate ability to work with parents, students, and support personnel. * Good communication skills. * Good attendance record. * Good organizational skills. * Ability to be self-directed. * Ability to engage in problem identification and solving. * Ability to maintain good rapport with staff/parents/students. * Prefer experience as a one-on-one paraprofessional. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Functions under the direct supervision of Extended Day site director and Extended Day Coordinator. * Performs those health care, and other related assignments developed by a special education professional specific to the student. * Implements health care, instructional programs and the management of aggressive student's behavior. * Supports the student with eating, bathroom, dressing, arriving and any other aspect of the student's day. * Monitors established goals and objectives for the student. * Supervise students in the classroom, halls, and outside. * Bending, lifting, and overhead work required. * Performs other tasks as assigned. This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time. REPORTS TO: Extended Day Coordinator RATE OF PAY: $16.04 to $18.21 per hour BEGINNING DATE: ASAP METHOD OF APPLICATION: INTERNAL APPLICANTS - Apply online using the Internal Applicants section. You will be required to upload the following documents to your application: * Letter of interest * Updated resume * Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement (attach in resume section). This statement should include your understanding and Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion including your past experiences and how you will ensure this is at the center of your work in the role for which you are applying. EXTERNAL APPLICANTS - Apply online using the External Applicants section. You will be required to upload the following documents to your application: * Cover Letter - Address letter to Abdul Madyun, Chief Human Resource Officer * Resume * Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement (attach in resume section). This statement should include your understanding and Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion including your past experiences and how you will ensure this is at the center of your work in the role for which you are applying. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Plymouth-Canton Community School district is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Plymouth-Canton Community School district is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Upon recommendation for employment, Section 1230g, as amended, of the Revised School Code requires all school employees to be electronically fingerprinted for the purpose of undergoing a criminal history background check. The fingerprinting is conducted by a third party and is at the expense of the applicant. Cost for fingerprinting is approximately $70.00. OTHER: T.B test upon employment at the expense of the applicant. Upon recommendation for employment, applicants must be fingerprinted under the Revised School Code (MCL 380.1230a) and under the Child Care Organizations Act (MCL 722.111). The fingerprinting is conducted by a third party and is at the expense of the applicant. Cost for fingerprinting is approximately $70.00. A second set of fingerprints is also needed for LARA (child care licensing). Cost is approximately $65.50. Free vouchers may be available from LARA. DEADLINE: Open until filled

Extended Day/Extended Day Assistant District: Plymouth-Canton Community Schools

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors. Bargaining Unit: UUP Job Summary: The Department of Surgery at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH Physician Assistant 1. The successful candidate will: * Be responsible for patient care with supervising physician, and in collaboration with associated medical teams and staffing. * Perform a broad spectrum of care regarding critical thinking, diagnosis, ordering of medications and diagnostics, and performance of corrective, preventive and therapeutic measures in the inpatient, surgical, and/or outpatient setting. * Assume medical staff privileging under the scope of practice of a delegated physician determined by UHB system, and the department of hire. * Be responsible for patient care, inclusive of patient assessment, management, diagnosis, treatment planning and ordering of pertinent tests, therapeutics and medications as noted by NYS law and hospital policy/by-laws (includes controlled substances). * Write accurately, and in a timely manner into patient records for all pertinent care, status changes, orders, progress notes, procedure notes and admit/discharge notes as designated by the clinical area of hire. * Demonstrate ability to work and communicate effectively with medical teams and other associated staffing. * Provide consultation to nursing and ancillary medical teams and staff of patient condition and plan of care. * Work collaboratively with supervising physician(s) and care team in a timely manner with respect, and with the goals of patient-centered safety and quality as a priority. * Perform delegated clinical duties and tasks effectively and efficiently. * Practice within scope of the Supervising Physician. * Communicate assessment, treatment and care planning to patient, families and designated caretakers in effective and compassionate manner. * Facilitate patient continuity of care across multi-disciplinary services, and participate in effective, safe and efficient throughput of patients. * Demonstrate knowledge and adherence of clinical and institutional policy and procedures related to clinical practice and hospital/practice site operations. * Demonstrate competency and continued practice in privileges associated to area of clinical care. * Maintain required certifications and licensure as per medical staff policy, and maintain active UHB privileges as delegated by Medical Staff Services and Chair for the department. Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program. * New York State Physician Assistant Licensure and Registration. * BLS and ACLS Certification. Preferred Qualifications: * National Certification by AAPA preferred. * 1 to 2 years of surgery experience preferred. * Experience working in conjunction with the attending surgeon and, non-surgical providers for medical care of surgical patients preferred. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday; Variable Hours (Full-Time) Salary Grade/Rank: SL-5 Salary Range: Commensurate with experience and qualifications Executive Order: Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at ************** or via email at ****************. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at *****************