Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (B), Interventional Pulmonology - Dearborn

Corewell Health • Dearborn, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. That’s just the beginning of the difference you can make when you join our team at Corewell Health. The primary work setting is variable and would include both inpatient and outpatient related procedural clinical work (i.e. within the operating room and Medical Procedures Unit). Full-time, Monday–Friday, daytime hours Current scheduling for this role is primarily weekdays. Future scheduling needs, including potential weekend coverage or call, may be adjusted based on patient care needs, program growth, and operational priorities. Flexibility may be required. Primary location: Dearborn (with possible future travel as program expands) GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the general guidance of the medical director, the Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with diseases and adverse health conditions following the written guidelines approved by the department. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will join the Interventional Pulmonology (IP) team, delivering advanced diagnostic, therapeutic, and peri-procedural care for patients with complex pulmonary disease. The APP will collaborate closely with IP faculty and the multidisciplinary care team across ambulatory and procedural settings. This role includes managing patients in the outpatient clinic, coordinating care before and after procedures, and participating in hospital-based consultative care when needed. The APP will support patient access, continuity, and high-quality care while advancing institutional goals for efficiency, safety, and patient experience.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing OR a Masters in Physician Assistant studies
• 1 to 3 years’ experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in a clinical setting is preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously, collaborate across disciplines, and support program growth
• State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required
• AHA/ARC BLS certification required, ACLS is preferred

Nice To Haves

• Prior procedural or surgical experience (pulmonary medicine, IR, first assist, critical care, thoracic surgery)
• Experience with imaging review and ultrasound-guided procedures

Responsibilities

• Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies.
• Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment.
• Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up.
• Writes prescriptions for medication, blood products based upon laboratory results, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, and post-discharge care in accordance with written practice protocols.
• Determines eligibility of patients for entry into clinical trials based on findings.
• Requests written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate and quality patient care.
• Interprets and evaluates findings of studies/tests.
• Relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician.
• Administers therapeutic measures and obtains specimens as prescribed.
• Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement.
• Initiates appropriate actions to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with the continuing healthcare needs of the client.
• Dictates follow-up letters to referring physicians with summaries of treatment, response, and plan.
• Maintains provision of preventive health services (e.g. screening, risks assessment, immunizations, PAP smears, self-breast exam).
• Dictates or writes patient history, admissions, care plans, progress, and discharge notes.
• Interacts with program assistants and data managers for optimal patient care.
• Assists in the management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patient care.
• Conducts or participates in daily multidisciplinary rounds and ensures appropriate and quality care for assigned patient.
• Provides on-call coverage.
• Performs patient triage and determines the urgency of physician's evaluation.
• Provides symptom management for side effects related to oncologic treatment.

Benefits

• Corewell Health offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health and life-work balance goals.
• Generous paid time off, holidays and flexible scheduling
• Our employees receive special discounts on a wide range of products and services
• Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans
• Relocation assistance
• Savings & retirement plans, disability insurance, identify theft protection and even home and auto insurance
• Free onsite parking at all of our campuses
• 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, pet insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees