Advanced Practice Professional (Physician Assistant) Cardiovascular Center Clinics: Electrophysiology/ Device

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 # 284892 and PAs are directed to apply to job # 284893. A total of one(1), 1.0 FTE, Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening. This Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will provide health care and specialized health services to patients and families enrolled in the ambulatory care electrophysiology/Device settings  Under physician supervision, the Advanced Practice Professional will coordinate care of clinic patients, perform health assessments including patient history/physical examination, diagnostic test, referrals, assign appropriate interventions, place orders, and follow up with the patients. The role also includes interpretation, documentation, billing of scheduled and alert remote monitoring data for pacemaker and implantable cardioverter defibrillator patients. The Advanced Practice Professional will maintain accurate documentation regarding patient status, evaluations, and treatments to physicians, the RN/Clinical Team; streamline the patient transfer process between levels of care, including communicating specific patient needs to internal and external UMHS team members and other ambulatory care providers Device program Responsibilities would include: Will also provide clinical expertise and direction to support patient medication management. Practice will be in partnership with attending EP cardiology faculty and fellows. Will collaborate with other care providers/consultants to coordinate and communicate clinical care. Coordination of care between clinical care coordinators, physicians and other members of the health care continuum. Participate in quality assurance activities, process improvement projects (LEAN), and facilitate growth. Participate in the development of policies, procedures and protocols including standards of care. Participate in research projects. Participate in monthly meetings and case presentation related to patient population. Perform other related duties as required to assure patient safety and satisfaction Participate in the development and presentation of educational experiences for patients, families and health care professionals including workshops, lectures, and in-service programs. Utilize Service Excellence and Patient Family Centered Care in daily practice Abide by the standards of care and standards of practice established by University of Michigan Health System Practice within the regulations of the Michigan Public Health Code Provide leadership and demonstrate strong skills of coordinating a multidisciplinary approach to support the patients. Serve as a preceptor for APP students Nurse Practitioner Requirements: Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan. Current specialty certification to practice as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Adult Primary 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). Minimum of two years of recent (within the last five years) APP experience in adult cardiology. Current DEA registration required AHA BLS and ACLS required Physician Assistant Requirements: 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).   Minimum of two years of recent (within the last five years) APP experience in adult cardiology. State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required   Current DEA registration required AHA BLS and ACLS 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. One year of recent (within the last five years) APP experience caring exclusively for Electrophysiology Adult patients. One year of recent (within the last five years) APP ambulatory care experience.   One year+ of recent (within the last five years) APP experience with interrogating, interpreting, and programming CIEDs (pacemakers, defibrillators), including home monitoring follow-up. One year+ of recent (within the last five years) APP experience reviewing echo reports, nuclear medicine studies, PFT, CXR, MRI, and rhythm monitoring (Holter?s, ZIO patches, etc.), and basic ECG interpretation. Recent experience providing care to patients with arrhythmias, CIEDs, syncope, heart failure and acute coronary syndromes. Demonstrated knowledge of adult cardiac physiology. Demonstrated ability to complete history and physical examination; order appropriate diagnostic studies; synthesize information and make informed clinical decisions; develop appropriate care plans; responsive to patient and family preferences and needs. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team as evidence by previous experience within the last 2 years. Must demonstrate a high level of independent problem solving and decision-making abilities.  Demonstrates ability to prioritize assignments and manage busy work environment Demonstrated excellent, professional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to demonstrate good computer skills including computer documentation and order entry. Demonstrates clinical leadership skills: Chaired or participated on a committee, actively involved in professional organizations, developed protocols, etc. ?         Hours/Week: 40 hours/week Location: Cardiovascular Center Clinics or other off-site locations as necessary including Troy Medical Campus Ambulatory Care Work: 80% patient care, 20% administrative time. 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. 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. If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with Physician Assistant opportunities please contact Nurse and Physician Assistant Recruitment at [contact details available in the full listing] or e-mail  [contact details available in the full listing] .  For a current listing of all open PA job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please visit  www.UMHSpa.org .  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. 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. The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.