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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Job in Jackson, Jackson County, Michigan, 49203, USA
Listing for: Optimal Care
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-18
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    Nurse Practitioner, Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 110000 - 125000 USD Yearly USD 110000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Practice medicine in a way that prioritizes time, connection, and meaningful patient relationships. As a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Physician Services, you will provide primary and consultative care to geriatric and medically complex patients, often in their homes or care settings, with the autonomy to focus on patient‑centered care that improves comfort, function, and quality of life.

In this role you will conduct comprehensive medical evaluations, develop and manage individualized treatment plans, prescribe and monitor medications, and coordinate closely with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members. You will serve as a key clinical decision‑maker and help patients and families better understand diagnoses, manage chronic illness, and avoid unnecessary hospitalizations.

Location
  • Office

    Location:

    Jackson, MI
  • Main Service Area:
    Greater Jackson and surrounding areas
    • This role is a high‑travel position and requires daily travel within the service area to provide care to patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes.
Hours
  • Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Required Qualifications
  • Master’s or doctoral degree as a Board‑Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Current State License as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance coverage
Preferred Qualifications
  • Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in a post‑acute setting as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Adult, Family, or Gerontology certification
  • Experience with geriatric patients
Essential Skills and Competencies
  • Adherence to nursing standards of practice
  • Ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients, families, and caregivers in post‑acute care settings
  • Skill in nursing practice, coping with family emotional stress, and tolerance of diverse lifestyles
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities, documentation requirements, and deadlines
Pay Range

$110,000—$125,000 USD (base annual salary with monthly bonus potential)

How We Care for You
  • Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
  • Company paid Short Term Disability
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Company Vehicle Program for field roles
  • Pet Insurance
  • Fraud Protection
  • And more…
Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check performed by the Michigan Long‑Term Care Partnership in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

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