Physician Assistant- Newborn Intensive Care Unit

Updated 9/15/26
$144,029 – $222,202 yearly
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Physician Assistant
Neonatology
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Degree Required Other
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description The Brandon NICU is expanding, offering an exciting opportunity to join our growing and dynamic team. As a regional referral center with expertise in Level IV NICU care, we provide the highest level of specialized neonatal services. The Advanced Practice Professional will deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care to newborns in this advanced clinical setting.

This role is dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient- and family-centered care, fostering effective communication across multidisciplinary teams, and supporting a collaborative care environment. Additional responsibilities include enhancing educational opportunities for house staff and medical students and contributing to ongoing innovation and excellence in newborn care within the Children's and Women's Hospital.

Job Responsibilities

Under physician supervision, provide comprehensive care for acutely ill and convalescing neonates in intensive and acute care settings, including performing advanced diagnostic, therapeutic, and minor procedures.
Conduct detailed histories and physicals; order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and present clinical findings to the medical team.
Coordinate and participate in neonatal transport (ground and air), including stabilizing patients prior to and during transport and leading retrieval teams as assigned.
Attend high-risk deliveries and lead neonatal resuscitation efforts.
Collaborate with attending physicians and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, ensure continuity, and facilitate transitions between levels of care, including discharge planning.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient status, evaluations, and treatments.
Provide consultative services to internal and external providers, including prenatal consultations for high-risk pregnancies and support for newborn care teams.
Support education of residents and contribute to quality improvement, innovation, and adoption of new technologies.
Participate in palliative care services and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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).
Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required 
Current DEA registration required
AHA approved BLS
Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a Level III or IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), or completion of an accredited neonatology residency or fellowship program.

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.

NOTE: 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.

Working Hours

Hours: 40 per week
Day/Night rotation, this position includes weekend and holidays shifts as required by the service
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University of Michigan Health - Michigan Medicine

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