Physician Assistant

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with physicians, PAs, and pharmacists to evaluate, admit, and treat patients with malignant hematologic diagnoses
• Assess and triage hematologic patients referred from clinics, the emergency department, or other internal clinical services
• Perform physical examinations, complete medical histories, and manage documentation related to patient admissions
• Order diagnostic studies, medications, and treatments while managing co-existing conditions
• Perform invasive and non-invasive procedures, including bone marrow biopsy and lumbar puncture
• Coordinate patient transfers and lead communication efforts with patients and families regarding goals of care
• Manage patients in moderate care settings, including those requiring non-invasive ventilation
• Participate in clinical education, case conferences, and the precepting of medical and PA students

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• NCCPA certification
• Current Michigan Physician Assistant license
• State of Michigan Controlled Substance License
• Current DEA registration
• ACLS/BLS certification
• At least 1 year of clinical advanced practice provider (APP) employment experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous advanced practice employment in hematology/oncology (inpatient preferred)
• Experience with bone marrow biopsy and/or lumbar puncture for intrathecal chemotherapy
• Previous experience in hospital medicine or acute inpatient care
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple clinical tasks with high attention to detail

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $130,630 - $200,734 per year
• Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans with 2:1 matching
• $2,500 annual professional development funds
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Tuition support program and wellness plans

About the Company

The Division of Hospital Medicine at Michigan Medicine is a collaborative, dynamic team dedicated to advancing the care of acutely ill patients. As part of one of the largest healthcare complexes in the world, we focus on excellence in education, patient care, research, and technology to improve the health of patients and communities.