How to Apply

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 #281688 and PAs are directed to apply to job #281689.

A total of (1) one, 1.0 FTE, Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.

Responsibilities*

Under physician supervision, directs and coordinates care as a primary service for hospitalized patients with advanced heart failure, pre and post-heart transplant, and medical management of left ventricular assist devices (LVAD). Management of this patient population includes cardiology and internal medicine. The NP/PA will:

• Complete detailed histories and physicals, daily progress notes, streamline the patient transfer process between levels of care, and discharge orders/documentation.
• Collect and interpret reports from diagnostic lab tests, radiographic procedures, clinical studies.
• Order tests/prescribe medications.
• Present pertinent data to the medical staff and assist in maintaining continuity of care throughout Cardiovascular Medicine, including thorough and accurate hand-offs.
• Patient/family education on heart failure, heart transplant, and LVAD.
• Procedures include point-of-care ultrasound for physical assessment, placement of wound vacs, and placing NG tubes.
• Confer with attending physicians and collaborate with other care providers/consultants to coordinate and communicate clinical care needs both inpatient and outpatient, and internal/external care providers.
• Maintain accurate documentation regarding patient status, evaluations, and treatments to physicians and the Heart Failure/Transplant/MVAD Outpatient Teams.
• Participation in quality assurance activities including Lean Projects with the Heart Failure/Transplant/MVAD Team.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of medical principles, practices, standards, and techniques in accordance with Michigan Medicine policies and procedures, Medical Staff Bylaws, and State and Federal laws/regulations.
• Participate in activities that promote professional growth and self-development.
• Adhere to all Michigan Medicine dress codes, personnel, and safety policies.
• Perform other related duties as required to assure patient safety and satisfaction utilizing service excellence and Patient Family Centered Care in daily practice.

Required Qualifications*

Nurse Practitioners

• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan.
• Certification as an Acute Care Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner or Acute Care NP.
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or who has successfully completed all required Nurse Practitioner program coursework at an accredited Nurse Practitioner program to qualify to take their specialty certification exam.
• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
• Current DEA registration required.
• AHA BLS and ACLS required.

Physician Assistants

• 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).
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
• 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.
* 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 with month and year at previous positions to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications*

• 1 year or more of full time Advance Practice Provider (APP) experience with 50% or more clinical time spent working with Heart Failure patients, Pre/Post-Heart Transplant patients, and/or LVAD patients within the last five years.
• Recent (within the last five years) APP experience working adult cardiology patients in an inpatient setting.
• APP experience prescribing and managing immunosuppression medications.
• 1 year or more APP experience rounding on an inpatient internal medicine or hospitalist service caring for acutely ill patients on telemetry, step-down, or ICU settings.
• One or more of the following certifications in Heart Failure: CHFN-K, HF-Cert, or OMT-HF
• One or more of the following certifications in cardiology: CCKE, ABCL, or CHC
• Proficiency reading 12 lead ECGs.
• Ability to demonstrate good computer skills including computer documentation and order entry.
• Demonstrates ability to function independently and as a team member, working collaboratively with others.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership and experience with coordinating and managing complex, patients and providing safe hand offs to the next provider.
• Demonstrated expertise in facilitating the educational growth of others through previous clinical instructional roles.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate clinical care ideas across multiple patient care services and to communicate effectively as a patient advocate.
• Demonstrated commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities, adherence to ethical principles, sensitivity to diversity, and sharing knowledge with team members.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership through the coordination and management of complex patients, facilitating safe and seamless transitions of care with effective verbal and written communication, rigorous attention to detail, and thorough provider handoffs.

Michigan Medicine offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!

Salary range : $138,489 - $213,657

What benefits can you look forward to?

• Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans with 2:1 Matching
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Generous Time Off Allowances
• $2500 Annual Professional Development Funds (0.5 FTE Appointment or above)
• Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities
• Medical Malpractice Insurance
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• Tuition Support Program
• Wellness Plans
• Work/Life Resources

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

Hours: 12 hour shifts
Shift/Hours/Days: 24/7 coverage, night/day rotator, team is willing to consider straight night applicants pending the applicant's level of APP experience
Department: Heart Failure Transplant
Location: Pavilion or other locations as necessary
Shift Differential: Evening shift, Night shift, and Weekend shifts

Union Affiliation

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.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

281689

Working Title

Advanced Practice Professional (Physician Assistant) Cardiovascular Center, Heart Failure/Transplant Program

Job Title

PA Heart Failure & Transplant

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM HFT NP/PA Inpatient Team

Posting Begin/End Date

8/14/2026 - 8/28/2026

Career Interest

Physician Assistant - Advanced Practice Professional