Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care Family Medicine

Corewell Health in Southwest Michigan is searching for a dynamic, experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our newest Primary Care clinic located in South Haven, opening in August 2027.

If you are looking for an opportunity to grow a new practice and to build long term relationships with your patients, this may be the one.

Compensation package includes a two-year salary guarantee with the opportunity to bonus based on productivity.

Hours are Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. No weekends.

We are excited to offer Abridge, a generative AI platform for clinical conversations, which allows you to focus on your patients and improve efficiency. Corewell Health utilizes EPIC as our EHR. We also provide Inboxologist services at each of our Primary Care Clinics to help manage the inboxes of our providers to alleviate some of the administrative tasks.

In collaboration with or under the supervision of the Medical Director, Supervising Physician and Practice Manager, provides primary care services and consultation for patients and families, focusing on wellness and health promotion. Serve as a leader, educator, and researcher for patients, their families, and the community.

Essential Functions

• Provide comprehensive primary care within the regulatory guidelines set by the State of Michigan, Rural Health Clinic (RHC) Code of Federal Regulations, Joint Commission (JC), Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and/or other regulatory agency including performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, prescribing and administering medical treatment and medications; plan and coordinate patient care; periodically reviewing the clinic’s patient records with the collaborating physician if applicable.

• Perform complete screening and routine examinations as well as assessments, devising plan of care in order to determine a baseline, reflect the nature of the patient visit, diagnose and promote good health. Perform, order, and interpret appropriate laboratory test; notifies patients of results as needed.

• Assess information and/or symptoms of patient by phone or other technology in order to prescribe treatment or refer to appropriate resources.

• Consult and instruct patients in order to provide support, facilitate recovery and foster patient self-care at home, promotes health through continued follow-up care.

• Arrange for or refer patients to needed services that cannot be provided at the clinic. Assure that adequate patient health records are maintained and transferred as required when patients are referred.

• Participate in the development, execution and annual review of the written policies governing the services the clinic furnishes as appropriate. Perform other duties as needed and appropriate to the scope of practice.

• Committed to the continuous improvement of the patient experience which includes patient safety, quality of care and excellent service. Adhere to the organization’s published values.

• Participate in the clinic quality improvement activity.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree MSN-Nurse Practitioner. Required

• Preferred Doctorate

• 1 year of relevant experience current, relevant clinical experience as nurse practitioner Required

• LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required

• LIC-Nurse Practitioner (NP) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire Required, or

• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies Required

• 1 year of relevant experience current, relevant clinical experience as physician assistant Required

• LIC_Physician Assistant (PA) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire Required

• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days Required

• CRT-Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire Preferred

• CRT-Pediatric Adv Life Support (PALS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire Preferred  

With a rich history dating back to the 1800s, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph, Michigan, is a beacon of medical excellence in the region – continually working to create an integrated system of care that is accessible, affordable, compassionate, and responsible. Our state-of-the-art facility, with more than 250 beds, includes the recent addition of our Medical Pavilion – a multi-million-dollar expansion creating more than 260,000 square feet of new space, provides an array of inpatient and ambulatory services. 

The newly renovated emergency departments include 34 patient beds, 12 observation beds and additional treatment areas for the more than 45,000 patients we see each year. This transformation is part of a long-term vision to invest in the health of the community for generations to come. 

Corewell Health in southwest Michigan is a teaching hospital, offering residencies in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, and Internal Medicine. We also host 3rd and 4th year medical students from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Central Michigan University College of Medicine. 

You will also find a diverse medical staff who care deeply about serving our close-knit community, and many providers who support and participate in medical missions all over the world. 

Saint Joseph, Michigan, often referred to as “The Riviera of the Midwest,” is a picturesque community nestled on the west coast of Michigan. The city is celebrated for its stunning lakeshore, adorned with remarkable sand dune formations, and its lush countryside, which is recognized as the nation’s largest non-citrus fruit-growing region. You will find a small-town atmosphere with a vibrant economy, supported by employers like Whirlpool Corporation, Leco Corporation, and Corewell Health. 

Saint Joseph is renowned for its quality public school system, comprehensive healthcare system, and natural amenities such as beaches and parks. Additionally, Saint Joseph’s proximity to Chicago—just 90 miles away—offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and access to a major metropolitan area.  We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - 71989 County Road 388 - South Haven

Department Name

Primary Care South Haven - Medical Group South

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8a-5p

Days Worked

M-F

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health 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.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.