Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (A), Pediatric Urology - Royal Oak

Location: SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Rd - Royal Oak
Workplace: On-site

About this role

We are seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider to join our growing Pediatric Urology team. The APP will work collaboratively with pediatric urologists to provide comprehensive, family-centered care to infants, children, and adolescents with a variety of urologic conditions.

This position offers a combination of independent patient management and collaborative practice within an outpatient pediatric urology clinic. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, interested in pediatric specialty care, and committed to delivering exceptional patient and family experiences.

Primary Responsibilities

Conduct independent clinics for patients with:
- Enuresis (bedwetting)
- Voiding dysfunction
- Other common pediatric urologic conditions
Manage post-operative follow-up visits and ongoing surveillance of surgical patients.
Provide longitudinal care for children with chronic and complex urologic conditions, including patients with spina bifida and other anomalies.
Collaborate closely with pediatric urologists regarding evaluation, treatment planning, and care coordination.
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, behavioral interventions, and postoperative care.
Coordinate care with primary care providers and multidisciplinary specialty teams.
The APP will be trained, as needed, to perform in-office procedures, including catheter insertion/removal and management as well as additional office-based urologic procedures.

Essential Functions

Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment. Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up.
Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies.
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
Tuition Reimbursement
Relocation assistance
Savings & retirement plans, disability insurance, identify theft protection and even home and auto insurance
Free onsite parking at all of our campuses

Qualifications

Pediatric experience required; motivated candidates with relevant clinical experience and an interest in pediatric specialty care are encouraged to apply.
Pediatric urology experience preferred
Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient education skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Nurse Practitioner

Required Master's Degree Nursing with clinical specialization from an accredited institution
1 year of relevant experience 1 to 3 years’ experience as an Advanced Practice nurse in a specialty clinical setting Required
LIC-Nurse Practitioner (NP) - STATEMI State of Michigan Upon Hire required

Physician Assistant

Required Bachelor's Degree Graduate of AMA recognized PA program that is accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for Physician Assistants and meet requirements of the state.
Completion of Physician Assistant program of study. Required
CRT-Physician Asst Certified (PA-C) - NCCPA National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants Upon Hire required
LIC-Physician Assistant - STATEMI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
LIC-Drug Enforcement Administration License - DEA Drug Enforcement Administration as required by position Upon Hire required
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association preferred Or
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross preferred
CRT-Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
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
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Rd - Royal Oak

Department Name

Peds Urology - Medical Group East WB Mkt

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

Hours of Work

Days Worked

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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