Physician Assistant​/Nurse Practitioner Breast Surgery - Royal Oak

Improve health, instill humanity, and inspire hope. That’s just the beginning of the difference you can make when you join our team at Corewell Health. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) for our comprehensive breast surgery program in the ambulatory setting. The APP will provide independent outpatient care for patients with benign and malignant breast conditions at The Wolpin Comprehensive Breast Care Center at William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak and at Gross Pointe Hospital Breast Care Center.

This role involves evaluating patients, obtaining medical histories, performing physical examinations, developing treatment plans in collaboration with breast surgeons, coordinating diagnostic testing and follow-up care, providing patient education, and supporting patients through their breast‑care journey.

• Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies.
• Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment.
• Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up.
• 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 implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with 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, risk 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 managing 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.

• Education:
  
  Master’s Degree in Nursing or a Master’s in Physician Assistant studies.
• Experience:
  
  1 to 3 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in a breast surgery, oncology, women’s health or surgical specialty setting (preferred).
• Licensure:
  State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required.
• Certifications:
  
  AHA/ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

• Generous paid time off, holidays and flexible scheduling.
• Special discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans.
• Relocation assistance.
• Savings & retirement plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Identity theft protection.
• Home and auto insurance.
• Free onsite parking at all campuses.
• On‑demand pay program powered by Payactiv.

Primary

Location:

Imaging Center – 3581 W 13 Mile Rd – Royal Oak – Department:
Breast Care – Medicine Group East WB Mkt.

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 requirements 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.