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JOIN MUNSON HEALTHCARE’S NEUROSURGERY TEAM!

Part-Time | 7p-7a

The Neurosurgical Advanced Practice Professional is a Physician-dependent practitioner responsible primarily for the medical and surgical management of patients admitted to the Neurosurgery Service under the supervision of the attending Neurosurgeon on emergency room call for the day. The APP performs his/her functions based on his/her personal experience and professional judgment and: (1) discussion with the physician; (2) knowledge of physician preference; (3) written protocols developed with the Neurosurgery Program and Munson Medical Center (MMC); (4) written policies of this institution. In addition, the APP will perform, under the supervision of a surgeon, advanced diagnostic and therapeutic tasks related to the neurosurgery patient from the Emergency room phase, in the OR as necessary and throughout the patient’s admission to MMC. At the direction of the surgeon, the APP will be responsible for the History and Physical examination, admission notes, daily progress notes, admit and routine orders, daily rounds, consultation notes, ED consult notes and attendance of at least 75% at the Trauma Performance Improvement and 75% of the Neurosurgical Section meetings.

The Benefits of Working at Munson

• Competitive market-based compensation
• 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

Ready to make a difference? Position Duties Include:

• Supports the Mission, Vision and Values of Munson Healthcare
• Embraces and supports the Performance Improvement philosophy of Munson Healthcare.
• Promotes personal and patient safety.
• Has basic understanding of Relationship-Based Care (RBC) principles, meets expectations outlined in Commitment To My Co-workers, and supports RBC unit action plans.
• Uses effective customer service/interpersonal skills at all time
• On-call requirements are an expectation of the job. Times and frequency will be determined based on staffing and coverage needs.
• Respond to consults to the ED department within 30 minutes of being called.
• Manage patient care in the ED under direct supervision of the Neurosurgeons when appropriate but limited to: performing comprehensive history and physical examinations, ordering of appropriate lab and radiographic studies, interpretation of lab and x-ray results, consults, admission/discharge orders, addressing code status.
• Dictation of history & physicals, consultations, procedure notes, and discharge summaries.
• Communicate with OR Scheduler regarding status of patient and room availability on neurosurgery patients that may be going to surgery.
• May assist with the Neurosurgeon in the OR if the Neurosurgeon deems it a necessity and rest of patients have direction for their daily care.
• Daily contact with Neurosurgeon on call for that day.
• Completes appropriate documentation of all evaluations, care, and services rendered in the medical record/Powerchart.
• Expedites disposition by identifying patient and family issues for referral to appropriate personnel (transportation, housing, psychosocial, financial or caregiver)
• Performs pre-and post-operative patient education to patients and their families
• Responds to telephone inquiries on discharged patients and provides appropriate medical care or counseling
• Communicates with referring or primary care physicians regarding patient care and treatment
• Rounding and management of inpatients including: monitoring progress, progress notes, ordering daily labs and x-rays, interpretation of labs and x-rays, appropriate consults, floor calls, assessing patients, developing and implementing treatment plans, monitoring the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions by medical staff approved protocols, and discharge activities.
• Exercising physician-delegated prescriptive authority pursuant to state and federal restrictions
• Attends CME seminars and conferences to maintain licensure and currency in field.
• Maintains current BLS.
• Demonstrates effective judgment and ability to understand, react competently, and treat unique needs of the neurosurgical patient population.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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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 (American’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 Traverse City, Michigan

Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City is a vibrant, four-season resort community renowned for its stunning natural beauty, cultural attractions, and exceptional quality of life. Highlights include:

• Outdoor Recreation: Endless opportunities for skiing, hiking, biking, boating, and golfing in a region surrounded by pristine lakes, forests, and trails.
• Cultural Hub: Home to the National Cherry Festival, vibrant arts scenes, award-winning wineries, and a burgeoning culinary landscape.
• Top-Rated Schools: Excellent public and private schools, making it an ideal place for families.
• Accessibility: Convenient regional airport with direct flights to major cities, ensuring easy travel for professional and personal needs.

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

Licensed by the State of Michigan to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

Nurse Practitioner

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.
• Master of Science degree in Nursing and is ANCC or ACNP board certified as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Having certification regarding Neurosurgery is preferred.

Physician Assistant

• Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS), Master of Health Science (MHS) or Master of Medical Science (MMSc) and is board certified as a Physician Assistant.
• Able to do a comprehensive neurological exam.
• Two years of work experience as a clinical practitioner performing advanced diagnostic and therapeutic tasks related to surgery preferred.
• Ability to work on projects related to the development of the NS program as determined by the Director and Section Chief.
• Able to communicate in oral and written format.
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, superiors, team members and Medical Center staff.
• Experience in working in a hospital clinical department is a plus.
• Experience in working with EMR in the hospital is a plus.
• Maintains continuous certification related to NP or PA training.
• Candidate must apply for and be granted appropriate clinical privileges through MMC’s normal credentialing processes before rendering services.

The Advanced Practice Professional may provide additional services as credentialed for:

• Autonomic testing
• Lumbar puncture

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.