PA/NP (A) - Sleep Medicine - St. Clair Shores, MI

Corewell Health • St Clair Shores, MI

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in Sleep Medicine is responsible for the outpatient evaluation and management of patients with sleep-related disorders in collaboration with the attending physician. The APP is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care that improves patient outcomes and enhances access to care. The APP practices within established clinical protocols, professional standards, institutional policies, and collaborative agreements. Responsibilities are performed based on clinical training, experience, specialty standards, and physician oversight.

Unique or Specialized Aspects of the Job:
Focus on chronic disease management of sleep disorders
Integration of diagnostic technology (sleep studies, PAP data monitoring)
High emphasis on patient education and long-term adherence
Collaboration across multiple specialties

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current NP or PA license in the state of practice
• National certification (AANP, ANCC, NCCPA)
• DEA license (or eligible to obtain)
• BLS certification
• Proficiency with EMR systems (EPIC)
• Commitment to patient-centered care, quality, and safety
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Nice To Haves

• Sleep Medicine experience
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and patient engagement abilities
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team-based model

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of new and return patients in ambulatory sleep medicine settings
• Obtain detailed sleep histories and perform focused physical examinations
• Diagnose and manage sleep disorders including: Obstructive and central sleep apnea, Insomnia, Narcolepsy and hypersomnia disorders, Restless legs syndrome
• Interpret diagnostic testing, including polysomnography and home sleep studies
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Initiate and manage PAP therapies (CPAP, BiPAP, APAP)
• Prescribe medications and manage ongoing treatment plans
• Document H and Ps, progress notes, and follow-up visits in the EMR
• Assist with transitions of care for hospitalized patients as needed
• Collaborate with physicians, office staff, and sleep lab personnel
• Coordinate care with referring providers and other specialties
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Facilitate timely and appropriate patient care delivery
• Educate patients on sleep disorders, treatment options, and sleep hygiene
• Review diagnostic results and adjust care plans accordingly
• Prescribe and refill medications
• Support adherence to PAP therapy and troubleshoot barriers to compliance
• Assist in development and implementation of sleep medicine programs
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and outcome monitoring
• Support adherence to clinical guidelines and institutional standards
• Contribute to improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree