The posting
Advanced Practice Provider (PA / NP) – Sleep Medicine (Outpatient)
Full Time - Days
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in Sleep Medicine is responsible for the outpatient evaluation and management of patients with sleep-related disorders in collaboration with the attending physician. The APP is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care that improves patient outcomes and enhances access to care.
The APP practices within established clinical protocols, professional standards, institutional policies, and collaborative agreements. Responsibilities are performed based on clinical training, experience, specialty standards, and physician oversight.
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive evaluations of new and return patients in ambulatory sleep medicine settings
- Obtain detailed sleep histories and perform focused physical examinations
- Diagnose and manage sleep disorders including:Obstructive and central sleep apnea Insomnia Narcolepsy and hypersomnia disorders Restless legs syndrome
- Interpret diagnostic testing, including polysomnography and home sleep studies
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Initiate and manage PAP therapies (CPAP, BiPAP, APAP)
- Prescribe medications and manage ongoing treatment plans
- Document H and Ps, progress notes, and follow-up visits in the EMR
- Assist with transitions of care for hospitalized patients as needed
- Collaborate with physicians, office staff, and sleep lab personnel
- Coordinate care with referring providers and other specialties
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
- Facilitate timely and appropriate patient care delivery
- Educate patients on sleep disorders, treatment options, and sleep hygiene
- Review diagnostic results and adjust care plans accordingly
- Prescribe and refill medications
- Support adherence to PAP therapy and troubleshoot barriers to compliance
- Assist in development and implementation of sleep medicine programs
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and outcome monitoring
- Support adherence to clinical guidelines and institutional standards
- Contribute to improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency
Unique or Specialized Aspects of the Job
- Focus on chronic disease management of sleep disorders
- Integration of diagnostic technology (sleep studies, PAP data monitoring)
- High emphasis on patient education and long-term adherence
- Collaboration across multiple specialties
Schedule
- Full-time, days
- Primary location: Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Sleep Center in SCS
Qualifications
Required
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Current NP or PA license in the state of practice
- National certification (AANP, ANCC, NCCPA)
- DEA license (or eligible to obtain)
- BLS certification
Preferred
- Sleep Medicine experience
- Minimum 3 years of clinical experience
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and patient engagement abilities
- Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team-based model
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Proficiency with EMR systems (EPIC)
- Commitment to patient-centered care, quality, and safety
- Strong organizational and time management skills
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 - Care Center St Clair Shores - 25631 Little Mack - St Clair Shores
Department Name
Specialty Medical APPs - Medical Group East WB Mkt
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
40
Days Worked
variable
Weekend Frequency
N/A
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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.
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