Urology Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Company Description

Job Description

Join Munson Healthcare’s Urology Team!

Munson Healthcare’s Cadillac Urology group is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider that will deliver high quality care to all urology clinic patients. The Urology Advance Practice Provider will work with Munson Urology physicians to care for patients, improve office efficiency, consultation, follow up availability, and inpatient care.

The Benefits of Working at Munson:  

• Competitive market-based compensation 

• Full benefits, paid holidays, and generous paid time off 

• CME Allowance  

• Professional Liability  

• Sign On Bonus 

• Retirement savings plan with employer match and personal consulting  

• Wellness plans, an employee assistance program and employee discounts    

Position Duties Include:

• Works as a member of the clinical team to promote, support and provide management of urologic medical care to patients.  
• Evaluates and reviews the plan of care at regularly scheduled office visits utilizing sound clinical judgment based on assessment of physical, psychological, emotional, societal and environmental needs of the patients.
• Manages patient care in the outpatient setting performing comprehensive history and physical examinations, ordering appropriate lab and radiographic studies, interpreting lab and x-ray results, performing in office procedures, managing urology medications, making treatment decisions, and determining appropriate follow up. 
• Completes appropriate documentation of all evaluations, care, and services rendered in the electronic medical record to accurately reflect services in the patient record and to ensure appropriateness of billing.
• Communicates with referring or primary care physicians regarding patient care and treatment.
• Responds to telephone inquiries from clinic patients and provides appropriate medical care and/or counseling.
• Assists individuals to assume responsibility for the prevention of illness and the promotion of health maintenance and/or restoration of health.
• Observes the Munson Healthcare Advance Practice Provider prescriptive authority guidelines.
• Maintains knowledge of current medical trends and ongoing professional development in pertinent medical fields.
• Participates in and / or serves as a resource for medical, nursing, and community education programs.
• Meets department productivity requirements. Recognizes and understands the need for full daily schedules.  Independently monitors own daily appointment schedule and works in conjunction with other staff members to fill open appointment times.
• Responds to medical emergencies as required.

EHR 

• Oracle Health  

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• We’re northern Michigan’s largest healthcare system and we are deeply rooted in the communities we serve. That means that our patients are often our family, friends and neighbors – and it’s special to be able to care for them. And as one of the top healthcare systems to work for in Michigan by Forbes (America’s Best Employers by State 2022), we’re committed to your ongoing growth and development.  

• After work, you’ll find things to do in every season – beaches, outdoor recreation, unique restaurants, world-class wineries, arts and entertainment.   

• As a non-profit healthcare system, Munson Healthcare provides $65 million in health care programs and education, as well as free discounted and unreimbursed services.   

Munson Healthcare by the Numbers: 

• 8 hospitals 

• 694 licensed acute care beds 

• 212 licensed long-term care beds 

• 7,500 employees 

• 1,000 physicians 

• 63 specialties 

• 540,000 residents 

• We cover 14,667 square miles – about the size of Vermont and Delaware combined. 

• Munson Healthcare Home Health and Munson Healthcare Hospice serve 29 counties.   

Why Choose Munson Healthcare:  

• Balance – Get out on the water, in the woods, on the trails or around town   

• Opportunity – Be a part of northern Michigan’s leading healthcare team with opportunities for personal and professional growth throughout the healthcare system  

• Flexibility – A career that can change as your life changes   

• Teamwork – Our people make Munson Healthcare a great place to work!   

About Cadillac, Michigan

A four-season paradise, Cadillac is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream situated on Lake Mitchell and Lake Cadillac, surrounded by the Huron-Manistee National Forest. Outdoor adventures coupled with breathtaking views make Cadillac the ultimate playground. Residents enjoy a low cost of living, including affordable housing, good schools, a vibrant downtown, festivals, and a bustling farmer’s market, all in a family friendly area. Unique shopping boutiques, galleries, and locally owned restaurants make this a welcoming community and a great place to live and work. 

Cadillac, Michigan

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer   

Munson Healthcare 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.  

Qualifications

Education / Training: 

• Master's Degree in Nursing OR a Masters in Physician Assistant studies

Work Experience:

• Urology experience is preferred but not required.

Certification, Licensure, Registration:

• State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.