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Michigan physician assistant roles are concentrated in health systems like Henry Ford Health, Beaumont Health, and Michigan Medicine, with demand spread across Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing. Employers across hospital networks, specialty clinics, and rural health centers regularly hire PAs, and many of these organizations have established HR and legal infrastructure to support H-1B visa and other work visa sponsorship.
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This is an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) job opening.
Both qualified NP and PA applicants will be considered.
NPs are directed to apply to job # 282793 and PAs are directed to apply to job # 282794.
A total of one (1), 0.88 FTE Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
Livonia Health Center is an Ambulatory Care facility dedicated to providing primary health care services for patients across the lifespan. We are actively seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-oriented Advanced Practice Professional to manage adult and pediatric patients in our primary care Family Medicine clinic.
To be considered for this position, a cover letter is required and should be attached as the first page with your resume.
Responsibilities
Under physician supervision, to provide health care to patients and families with acute, preventative and chronic medical concerns at Livonia Health Center in the Family Medicine clinic.
Patient Care
- Provide direct patient care, both in person and virtually, as well as coordinating care for adult and pediatric patients in the primary care setting with minimal supervision.
- Practice full spectrum of primary care including acute, chronic and preventative care.
- Serve as a Primary Care Provider (PCP) to a panel of patients as needed by the Department.
- Perform detailed history and physical examinations and develop appropriate management plans.
- Develop problem-based care plans, prepare orders, and prescribe medications.
- Order and interpret diagnostic labs, radiologic studies, ancillary testing.
- Perform various diagnostic and therapeutic and minor surgical procedures.
- Provide care related to primary care related mental health concerns and, when appropriate, refer to other health professionals.
- Assist in the appropriate referral of patients to both internal and external resources, including emergency and specialty care.
- Advise and educate patients concerning diet, hygiene, disease prevention, risk factor reduction and other dimensions of wellness.
- Provide timely and effective communication of patient needs to internal and external care providers.
- Collaborate with other health care providers/clinicians to coordinate clinical care. Consult with specialists, health care team members, and patients/families to ensure the delivery of high-quality efficient health care services.
- Effectively communicate clinical information and follow up plans to patients.
- Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in compliance with UMHS policies and procedures.
- Respond in a timely manner to nursing concerns/requests.
- Attend staff, care coordination and team meetings.
- Participate in quality improvement activities.
- Utilize new improvements and/or technologies that relate to job assignments.
- Function as a preceptor for medical students.
- Participate in continuing education/professional development activities including conferences to maintain role competency, increase professional knowledge, and stay current in the care a broad patient population.
- Abide by the standards of care and standards of practice established by Michigan Medicine.
- Practice within the regulations of the Michigan Public Health Code.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications (NP):
- Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Michigan.
- Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan.
- Current specialty certification as a Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner.
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
- Current DEA registration required.
- AHA approved BLS certification.
- Minimum of (3) three years of recent experience (within the last 5 years) as a Nurse Practitioner in ambulatory primary care with extensive knowledge and application of evidence-based medicine.
Required Qualifications (PA):
- Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
- Satisfactory completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor agencies, CAHEA or CAAHEP.
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required.
- Current DEA registration required.
- AHA approved BLS certification.
- Minimum of three years of recent experience (within the last 5 years) as a Physician Assistant in ambulatory primary care with extensive knowledge and application of evidence-based medicine.
NOTE: In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience providing a broad spectrum of primary care for adult and pediatric patients including acute, chronic, prenatal, and preventative care.
- One year of APP experience in ambulatory primary care in either outpatient Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, or Geriatric Medicine.
- Demonstrated partnership and leadership with members of the health care team in current chronic care initiatives as validated by performance evaluations and references.
- Demonstrated ability to complete history and physical examinations; order appropriate diagnostic studies, synthesize information and make informed clinical decisions; develop appropriate care plans; and be responsive to patient and family preferences.
- Demonstrated excellent teaching abilities.
- Experience in working with patients and families with multiple chronic diseases and their self-management.
- Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated high level of critical thinking.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize assignments and manage a busy work environment.
- Ability to function independently and as a team member.
- Demonstrated communication and customer service excellence with patients, family, staff and physicians.
- The provider must demonstrate a high level of critical thinking and medical knowledge by using current medical information and scientific evidence for patient care.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate clinical care ideas across multiple patient care services and to communicate assertively as a patient advocate.
- Demonstrated ability to carry out professional responsibilities, adherence to ethical principles and sensitivity to diversity.
- Experience as participant in continuous quality improvement.
- Computer skills including, but not limited to electronic medical record documentation and electronic order entry.
- EPIC/MiChart experience.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
Michigan Medicine offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!
Full Time Salary range: $135,855 - $208,763 / year
What benefits can you look forward to?
- Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Retirement Savings Plans with 2:1 Matching
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability Plan
- Generous Time Off Allowances
- $2500 Annual Professional Development Funds
- Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities
- Medical Malpractice Insurance
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- Tuition Support Program
- Wellness Plans
- Work/Life Resources
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
Hours/Week: 35 per week
Shift: Day shift (some nontraditional hours and weekends)
Location: Primarily Livonia Health Center with the option to cover at other ambulatory Family Medicine sites
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Physician Assistants of Michigan Medicine, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with Physician Assistant opportunities please contact Nurse and Physician Assistant Recruitment at (734) 936-5183 or e-mail UMHS_PArecruit@med.umich.edu. For a current listing of all open PA job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please click here.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
282794
Working Title
Advanced Practice Professional (Physician Assistant) Livonia Health Center Family Medicine
Job Title
PA General Medicine
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM Livonia Family Medicine
Posting Begin/End Date
9/11/2026 - 9/18/2026
Career Interest
Physician Assistant - Advanced Practice Professional
How to Apply
This is an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) job opening.
Both qualified NP and PA applicants will be considered.
NPs are directed to apply to job # 282793 and PAs are directed to apply to job # 282794.
A total of one (1), 0.88 FTE Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
Livonia Health Center is an Ambulatory Care facility dedicated to providing primary health care services for patients across the lifespan. We are actively seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-oriented Advanced Practice Professional to manage adult and pediatric patients in our primary care Family Medicine clinic.
To be considered for this position, a cover letter is required and should be attached as the first page with your resume.
Responsibilities
Under physician supervision, to provide health care to patients and families with acute, preventative and chronic medical concerns at Livonia Health Center in the Family Medicine clinic.
Patient Care
- Provide direct patient care, both in person and virtually, as well as coordinating care for adult and pediatric patients in the primary care setting with minimal supervision.
- Practice full spectrum of primary care including acute, chronic and preventative care.
- Serve as a Primary Care Provider (PCP) to a panel of patients as needed by the Department.
- Perform detailed history and physical examinations and develop appropriate management plans.
- Develop problem-based care plans, prepare orders, and prescribe medications.
- Order and interpret diagnostic labs, radiologic studies, ancillary testing.
- Perform various diagnostic and therapeutic and minor surgical procedures.
- Provide care related to primary care related mental health concerns and, when appropriate, refer to other health professionals.
- Assist in the appropriate referral of patients to both internal and external resources, including emergency and specialty care.
- Advise and educate patients concerning diet, hygiene, disease prevention, risk factor reduction and other dimensions of wellness.
- Provide timely and effective communication of patient needs to internal and external care providers.
- Collaborate with other health care providers/clinicians to coordinate clinical care. Consult with specialists, health care team members, and patients/families to ensure the delivery of high-quality efficient health care services.
- Effectively communicate clinical information and follow up plans to patients.
- Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in compliance with UMHS policies and procedures.
- Respond in a timely manner to nursing concerns/requests.
- Attend staff, care coordination and team meetings.
- Participate in quality improvement activities.
- Utilize new improvements and/or technologies that relate to job assignments.
- Function as a preceptor for medical students.
- Participate in continuing education/professional development activities including conferences to maintain role competency, increase professional knowledge, and stay current in the care a broad patient population.
- Abide by the standards of care and standards of practice established by Michigan Medicine.
- Practice within the regulations of the Michigan Public Health Code.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications (NP):
- Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Michigan.
- Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan.
- Current specialty certification as a Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner.
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
- Current DEA registration required.
- AHA approved BLS certification.
- Minimum of (3) three years of recent experience (within the last 5 years) as a Nurse Practitioner in ambulatory primary care with extensive knowledge and application of evidence-based medicine.
Required Qualifications (PA):
- Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
- Satisfactory completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor agencies, CAHEA or CAAHEP.
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required.
- Current DEA registration required.
- AHA approved BLS certification.
- Minimum of three years of recent experience (within the last 5 years) as a Physician Assistant in ambulatory primary care with extensive knowledge and application of evidence-based medicine.
NOTE: In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience providing a broad spectrum of primary care for adult and pediatric patients including acute, chronic, prenatal, and preventative care.
- One year of APP experience in ambulatory primary care in either outpatient Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, or Geriatric Medicine.
- Demonstrated partnership and leadership with members of the health care team in current chronic care initiatives as validated by performance evaluations and references.
- Demonstrated ability to complete history and physical examinations; order appropriate diagnostic studies, synthesize information and make informed clinical decisions; develop appropriate care plans; and be responsive to patient and family preferences.
- Demonstrated excellent teaching abilities.
- Experience in working with patients and families with multiple chronic diseases and their self-management.
- Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated high level of critical thinking.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize assignments and manage a busy work environment.
- Ability to function independently and as a team member.
- Demonstrated communication and customer service excellence with patients, family, staff and physicians.
- The provider must demonstrate a high level of critical thinking and medical knowledge by using current medical information and scientific evidence for patient care.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate clinical care ideas across multiple patient care services and to communicate assertively as a patient advocate.
- Demonstrated ability to carry out professional responsibilities, adherence to ethical principles and sensitivity to diversity.
- Experience as participant in continuous quality improvement.
- Computer skills including, but not limited to electronic medical record documentation and electronic order entry.
- EPIC/MiChart experience.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
Michigan Medicine offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!
Full Time Salary range: $135,855 - $208,763 / year
What benefits can you look forward to?
- Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Retirement Savings Plans with 2:1 Matching
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability Plan
- Generous Time Off Allowances
- $2500 Annual Professional Development Funds
- Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities
- Medical Malpractice Insurance
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- Tuition Support Program
- Wellness Plans
- Work/Life Resources
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
Hours/Week: 35 per week
Shift: Day shift (some nontraditional hours and weekends)
Location: Primarily Livonia Health Center with the option to cover at other ambulatory Family Medicine sites
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Physician Assistants of Michigan Medicine, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with Physician Assistant opportunities please contact Nurse and Physician Assistant Recruitment at (734) 936-5183 or e-mail UMHS_PArecruit@med.umich.edu. For a current listing of all open PA job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please click here.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
282794
Working Title
Advanced Practice Professional (Physician Assistant) Livonia Health Center Family Medicine
Job Title
PA General Medicine
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM Livonia Family Medicine
Posting Begin/End Date
9/11/2026 - 9/18/2026
Career Interest
Physician Assistant - Advanced Practice Professional
Physician Assistant Job Roles in Michigan
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Search Physician Assistant Jobs in MichiganPhysician Assistant Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for physician assistants in Michigan?
Michigan's largest health systems are the most consistent sponsors for physician assistant roles. Henry Ford Health, University of Michigan Health (Michigan Medicine), Corewell Health (formerly Beaumont and Spectrum Health), and McLaren Health Care have each filed H-1B petitions for clinical roles including PAs. Academic medical centers tend to have dedicated immigration teams, which makes the sponsorship process more predictable than smaller independent practices.
Which visa types are most common for physician assistant roles in Michigan?
The H-1B is the most common visa category for physician assistants in Michigan, as PA roles generally qualify as specialty occupations requiring a master's degree. Some employers also sponsor permanent residency through EB-2 or EB-3 pathways after initial H-1B approval. Candidates with J-1 visa status from residency or clinical training programs may also transition to employer-sponsored visas, though the specific pathway depends on individual circumstances and employer policy.
How to find physician assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Michigan?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship willingness, making it easier to identify Michigan physician assistant roles where employers have a documented history of sponsoring work visas. Rather than sorting through hundreds of general job postings, you can search directly for PA openings in Michigan with sponsorship available, which is particularly useful given how unevenly sponsorship is distributed across health systems and private practices in the state.
Which cities in Michigan have the most physician assistant sponsorship jobs?
Detroit and its metro area account for the largest share of PA sponsorship activity in Michigan, driven by the concentration of major health systems including Henry Ford Health and Detroit Medical Center. Grand Rapids is a growing hub anchored by Corewell Health and its affiliated clinics. Ann Arbor sees consistent demand through Michigan Medicine and its academic health network. Lansing and Flint also have regional hospital employers that periodically sponsor PA positions.
Are there any Michigan-specific factors physician assistants should know about visa sponsorship?
Michigan has a significant rural healthcare shortage, and federally designated Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) are common in the Upper Peninsula and parts of the Lower Peninsula. Employers in these areas sometimes have stronger motivation to sponsor international PAs due to persistent recruitment challenges. Michigan Medicine and other academic health systems also train PA students, creating institutional familiarity with the credentialing and licensing process that can make the sponsorship pipeline somewhat smoother for qualified candidates.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored physician assistant jobs in Michigan?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.