Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant | Endocrinology
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Henry Ford Health
Jackson, MI, US
Summary
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will evaluate and manage patients with diabetes, thyroid disorders, and metabolic conditions in an outpatient setting. They will also collaborate with the endocrinology team to provide coordinated care and occasionally support inpatient services.
Job Description
Company Description
At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.
Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.
Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.
Job Description
Ready to make a real difference in patients' lives? Here's what you'll be doing:
- Deliver Expert Endocrinology Care – Evaluate and manage patients with diabetes, thyroid disorders, and metabolic conditions with the clinical expertise and compassion they deserve
- Build Meaningful Patient Relationships – Conduct thorough patient assessments, develop personalized treatment plans, and provide education that empowers patients to take control of their health
- Collaborate Like a Pro – Work alongside our talented endocrinology team, physicians, and interdisciplinary staff to ensure seamless, coordinated patient care
- Master the Clinic Flow – See patients in our outpatient clinic Monday through Friday, bringing your A-game to every appointment
- Go the Extra Mile – Occasionally cover inpatient weekend shifts (typically 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM) to support our hospital's endocrinology services
- Balance Your Caseload – Manage a diverse patient population with 90% adult and 10% pediatric cases, keeping your clinical skills sharp across age groups
- Document with Precision – Maintain accurate, thorough medical records and documentation that reflects the quality care you're providing
- Stay Sharp – Keep current with the latest endocrinology best practices, clinical guidelines, and evidence-based treatment approaches
Qualifications
**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**
- Active Michigan Licensure as Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
- Minimum 2+ years of clinical experience in one of the following: primary care, internal medicine, or hospitalist medicine
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
- Ability to manage complex patient populations
**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**
- Prior experience or exposure to endocrinology or metabolic disorders
- Experience managing pediatric patients
- Familiarity with diabetes management and thyroid disorders
- Current knowledge of evidence-based endocrinology guidelines
- Experience in outpatient clinic settings
- Excellent communication and patient education skills
