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Orthopedic Surgical - Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (full-time) - Henry Ford Health System - Wyandotte

Henry Ford Health System
United States, Michigan, Wyandotte
2333 Biddle Ave (Show on map)
Dec 20, 2025

Location: 2070 Biddle Ave 2nd Floor Wyandotte, MI 48192

Position Overview:

Henry Ford Health System is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) to join the Orthopedic Surgery team in Wyandotte. This role offers a balanced mix of autonomous ambulatory practice with a strong procedural focus and first-assist responsibilities in the OR two days per week, supporting continuity of care and operational efficiency. The APP will independently evaluate and treat patients ages 8 and older, interpret imaging, perform splinting/casting, order DME, and coordinate care within the orthopedic department across both ambulatory and inpatient settings. New graduates with licensure are welcome to apply, with preference given to candidates with prior ER, urgent care, or orthopedic experience. Opportunities for additional shifts at other locations and participation in a rotating weekend coverage schedule will be discussed during the interview process.

Schedule - Full-Time, Days. Approx. 8a-4p, Monday - Friday with the APP having their own clinic and first assisting in the OR.

Weekend requirement - Yes, on rotation amongst the other 5 APPs so once every 6 weeks.

Benefits:

* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

* Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

* Supportive and collaborative work environment.

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Surgical PA will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. The Surgical PA will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, education, consultation, and care coordination as a first-line provider to patients and their families. Provides inpatient and/or outpatient medical care. Takes patient history, performs physical examination, orders, and interprets tests, makes diagnoses, and institutes appropriate treatment programs. Works in collaboration with staff physicians, house officers, nurses, and other medical care team members to ensure that patient outcomes are achieved safely and efficiently. Specific procedures are individually credentialed as indicated by training and experience. First or second assist in surgical cases. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Bachelor's Degree or Completion of an AMA-approved Physician Assistant program. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED: Requires Michigan state licensure and continued certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Current ACLS or BLS as required. Current ATLS/PALS provider status as required.

Qualifications:

* NP - Completion of a Nurse Practitioner training program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)

* PA - Completion of a Physician Assistant training program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)

* NP - Certification by a certification body recognized by the State of Michigan

* PA - Certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Licensure and Certification

* Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of Michigan

* National certification as an NP or PA (e.g., ANCC, AANP, NCCPA)

* Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

* DEA/CSL, required through credentialing.

o DEA - NPs do not have controlled substance licenses, only PAs. When NPs apply, they will enter MI license number instead of controlled substance license since they won't have a CSL.

Experience

* New graduates with licensure are welcome to apply.

* Preference given to candidates with 1-2 years of experience in orthopedics, emergency medicine, or urgent care.

* Prior experience with procedure-based care preferred

* Experience assisting in the OR or first-assist experience preferred, not required

* EPIC preferred

Skills

* Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

* Commitment to patient-centered are and continuous professional development.

Conditions of Employment

* Employee Health requires all employed providers to complete a health screen per HFHS policy. Henry Ford Health is committed to fostering the good health and welfare of all people, and to improve the health and productive lives of its employees and their families. To accomplish this goal, Henry Ford Health maintains a smoke-free environment for its employees, members, patients, and visitors in accordance with appliable state law.

* Successful credentialing process / all offers are contingent on credentialing/privileging.

Additional Information


  • Organization: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital
  • Department: Orthopedics-WH
  • Henry Ford Health Location: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital
  • Shift: Day Job
  • Union Code: Not Applicable

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