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Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Orthopedic Spine Surgery – Part-Time (0.5 FTE)

Location: Lansing, Michigan
Clinic: Michigan Orthopedic Center – Spine Division
Job Type: Part-Time (0.5 FTE) | Weekday Clinic & Surgical Assist
Specialty: Orthopedic Spine Surgery | Outpatient and Inpatient

Join Our Growing Spine Care Team

Michigan Orthopedic Center is seeking a part-time Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our collaborative spine surgery team. You will work alongside a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon and a full-time experienced spine NP, forming a team of two advanced practice providers who support clinic operations and surgical care.

This is an ideal position for a PA/NP with a passion for musculoskeletal medicine and spine surgery, looking for part-time work with predictable weekday hours, professional mentorship, and a mix of clinic and OR exposure.

Position Highlights:

• 0.5 FTE
• Outpatient clinic care: pre-op, post-op, and spine evaluations
• First-assist in surgery (intermittent; no trauma or weekend call)
• Team-based model with one full-time NP and one spine surgeon
• Opportunity to grow role into more clinic or OR time if desired
• On-site X-ray, physical therapy, and Modernizing Medicine EMR system

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct spine-focused new patient evaluations, follow-ups, and postoperative visits
• Document clinical encounters, develop treatment plans, and order imaging/labs
• Scrub into surgeries on select cases (lumbar decompressions, fusions, cervical procedures)
• Provide phone triage, patient education, and surgical counseling
• Collaborate closely with the lead NP and spine surgeon to streamline care
• Support coordination of imaging, referrals, DME, and surgical preauthorization

Qualifications:

• Licensed and board-certified PA-C or NP (FNP or AGACNP) in Michigan
• Orthopedic, neurosurgical, or inpatient surgical experience preferred but not required
• Comfortable working independently with physician support
• Positive attitude and commitment to team-based, patient-centered care
• Ability to multitask in a high-volume outpatient practice

What We Offer:

• Competitive part-time compensation based on experience
• Consistent weekday-only schedule (no nights, weekends, or holidays)
• Paid malpractice coverage
• Mentorship from an experienced surgical NP and attending spine surgeon
• CME and professional development support
• Opportunity to increase hours or transition to full-time if desired

About Michigan Orthopedic Center:

Located in Lansing, Michigan, our practice includes 11 fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons across all major subspecialties. We prioritize cutting-edge care, patient satisfaction, and team-oriented collaboration.

How to Apply:Submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in orthopedic spine care and experience as a PA or NP. We welcome both experienced candidates and new graduates with strong clinical skills

This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis within 182 days of employment; or, from the time known or should have known the accommodation was needed.