APP - Outpatient Neurology

Bronson Neuroscience Center has an outstanding opportunity to join their established, highly reputable practice in Southwest Michigan. Our neuroscience team is seeking a team-focused, goal-oriented, energetic Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide care for adult neurology patients in an outpatient clinic setting.

About the role

This full-time position is Monday–Friday, located at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, with a focus on general neurology and subspecialties including movement disorders and multiple sclerosis. There is opportunity for a Lead APP leadership role for experienced candidates. The practice currently supports twelve neurologists and eight APPs. Occasional support at satellite locations may be required. No call or weekend requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized, evidence-based care for adult neurology patients in an outpatient setting.
• Coordinate care with the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate patient progress and outcomes, including discharge or transfer of care.
• Act as a clinical resource for the multi-disciplinary team.
• Perform initial comprehensive patient assessments to determine appropriate service intensity and potential need for transfer to a hospital setting.
• Apply knowledge of regulatory and third-party payor criteria for utilization management.
• Facilitate timely discharges or transfers to the appropriate level of care.
• Evaluate and manage patients, including lab, EKG, and imaging studies.
• Complete accurate and thorough documentation to support billing, medical care, orders, and progress notes.
• Be available to address nursing questions or evaluate patient status changes.
• Identify common patient complications and implement appropriate preventative measures.
• Assist in the development and integration of quality measures and evidence-based practices into clinical care.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) program.
• Unrestricted license to practice as a PA/NP in the state of Michigan.
• State DEA license to prescribe medications.
• Current prescriptive authority and collaborative agreement with oversight physician(s).
• Ability to maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges.
• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience as an APP is preferred but not required.
• Experience in neurology, inpatient (e.g., hospitalist, critical care, ED), or internal/family medicine is preferred.
• Strong clinical decision-making skills and ability to practice independently.
• Excellent communication skills with patients, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in navigating EMR systems (Epic preferred).
• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Regular use of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation programs, and other relevant software.

Skills

• Clear and effective verbal and written communication, including use of SBAR technique.
• Ability to manage high levels of mental and visual fatigue, including sustained concentration on detailed tasks.
• Capability to handle some physical demands, such as walking, standing, stooping, bending, sitting, and lifting light objects.

Benefits

Bronson Healthcare is a tertiary and teaching hospital serving patients throughout Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana. As one of the area’s largest employers with a workforce of over 9,000, Bronson offers:

• Nationally recognized achievements in quality, safety, and service, including:
• Healthgrades 2025 Top 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care
• Healthgrades 2025 Specialty Excellence Award – Top 10% in the Nation for Critical Care, Gastrointestinal Care, Neurosciences, Pulmonary Care, and Stroke Care (2023-2025)
• Healthgrades 2024 Surgical Care Excellence Award™
• Magnet Hospital for Nursing designation (2009-2027)
• Forbes Best-in-State Employer (2022-2024)
• PINC AI Top 15 Health Systems (2023)
• Newsweek Greatest Workplace for Women (2023)
• Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® (2023-2024)
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, fostering a culture free of prejudice and bias.

Location

Located halfway between Chicago and Detroit, Kalamazoo offers:

• Diverse cultural opportunities, affordable real estate, and a strong focus on education.
• Year-round family attractions, events, and festivals.
• Abundant natural resources, including easy access to Lake Michigan for biking, boating, and skiing.
• Home to several international companies, including Stryker, Pfizer, and Kellogg.

For more information, contact Megan Grimes, Provider Recruitment Specialist, at (269) 341-8631 or grimeme@bronsonhg.org.