Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner (B), Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Royal Oak

Corewell Health$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Nursing or in Physician Assistant studies.
  • One year of experience as a PA/NP in surgical patient care preferred.
  • Strong foundation in surgical anatomy, particularly for reconstructive procedures.
  • Proven ability to learn new procedural and clinical skills quickly.
  • State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the first assist in complex reconstructive and microsurgical procedures.
  • Attend to preoperative patient assessments and site preparations.
  • Support intraoperative decisions in collaboration with attending surgeons.
  • Manage postoperative surgical orders according to protocols.
  • Conduct independent postoperative care for reconstructive surgery patients.
  • Perform clinic-based procedures such as wound management and assessments.
  • Facilitate communication with patients regarding their reconstructive plans.

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling options.
  • Employee discounts on a variety of products and services.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription insurance.
  • Relocation assistance provided.
  • Savings & retirement plans along with disability insurance and identity theft protection.
  • Free onsite parking available across all campuses.
Full Job Description
Location: Corewell Health East - Royal Oak (primary), Dearborn, Troy, Grosse Pointe Schedule: Full-time, days; 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM; rotating shifts Monday-Friday; no holidays GENERAL SUMMARY: Corewell Health East is seeking an experienced and motivated Advanced Practice Provider to join our Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Service. This role functions primarily as a first assist in the operating room, including participation in complex microsurgical free flap reconstructions, while also providing independent postoperative clinic care for plastic surgery patients. The APP will play an integral role across the continuum of surgical care, including preoperative assessment, intraoperative first assist, and outpatient postoperative follow-up, working closely with attending surgeons, fellows, residents, and an established nursing team. This position requires a strong foundation in surgical anatomy, the ability to learn and apply microsurgical techniques, and the skills to effectively educate and guide patients through complex, staged reconstructive procedures. BENEFITS Corewell Health offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health and life-work balance goals. 34; Generous paid time off, holidays and flexible scheduling 34; Our employees receive special discounts on a wide range of products and services 34; Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans 34; Relocation assistance 34; Savings & retirement plans, disability insurance, identify theft protection and even home and auto insurance 34; Free onsite parking at all of our campuses ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 34; Serve as first assist in the operating room, including complex reconstructive cases and microsurgical free flap procedures. 34; Participate in preoperative patient assessment, positioning, and surgical site preparation, including draping. 34; Demonstrate strong knowledge of surgical anatomy and the ability to learn and apply microsurgical techniques. 34; Assist with intraoperative clinical decision-making in collaboration with the attending surgeon. 34; Enter and manage postoperative surgical orders in accordance with established protocols. 34; Provide independent postoperative clinic care for reconstructive plastic surgery patients, including breast reconstruction and staged procedures. 34; Perform clinic-based procedural skills including tissue expander management, wound vac management, wound assessment, and drain management. 34; Monitor postoperative recovery, identify complications, and coordinate follow-up care. 34; Effectively communicate complex, staged reconstructive plans to patients and caregivers throughout the continuum of care. 34; Collaborate with an established RN team to manage the patient inbasket and provide clinical guidance to patients contacting the clinic. 34; Order and interpret appropriate laboratory and imaging studies related to postoperative and outpatient care. 34; Prescribe and monitor pharmacologic therapies in alignment with clinical guidelines. 34; Complete documentation and billing accurately and in compliance with organizational standards. STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS Education / Training: 34; Masters Degree in Nursing OR a Masters in Physician Assistant studies Work Experience: 34; One (1) year of demonstrated experience as a PA/NP providing surgical patient care, including first assist experience in the operating room is preferred. 34; Foundational knowledge of surgical anatomy with the ability to apply anatomy in complex operative and postoperative settings. 34; Demonstrated ability to learn new procedural and clinical skills in a high-acuity surgical environment. 34; Ability to work with minimal supervision as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary surgical team. Certification, Licensure, Registration: 34; State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required 34; If NP, RNFA is required. 34; AHA/ARC BLS certification required Primary Location SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Rd - Royal Oak Department Name Specialty Surgical APPs - Medical Group East WB Mkt Employment Type Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Days Worked Monday - Friday Weekend Frequency N/A CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.

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