Nurse Practitioner - Inpatient Neurosurgery - DMC Detroit, MI
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Job Description
Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner to join a high-acuity Neurosurgery service supporting DMC Harper University Hospital, Sinai-Grace Hospital, and Detroit Receiving Hospital.
This position offers a dynamic mix of operating room first assist and inpatient responsibilities across a busy, multi-hospital academic environment. The incoming PA will work closely with neurosurgeons and interdisciplinary care teams, providing comprehensive care to complex neurosurgical patients.
This role is ideal for a motivated Physician Assistant who enjoys fast-paced hospital-based medicine and is looking to expand their surgical and inpatient skill set while practicing at the top of their license.
Position Highlights
- Full-time Neurosurgery Physician Assistant opportunity in Detroit, MI with Detroit Medical Center
- Coverage across DMC Harper University Hospital, Sinai-Grace Hospital, and Detroit Receiving Hospital
- 12-hour rotating shifts, including days and nights
- Combination of operating room first assist and inpatient responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with neurosurgeons, residents, nursing, and ancillary staff
- Exposure to a broad range of neurosurgical pathology in a high-volume environment
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Continuing medical education allowance
- Malpractice insurance
About Detroit
Detroit is a vibrant city experiencing continued revitalization, offering a unique blend of culture, history, and opportunity. From professional sports and live music to award-winning dining and riverfront recreation, the city provides something for everyone.
The metro area features diverse neighborhoods, affordable housing options, and easy access to nearby lakes and outdoor activities. With a growing healthcare and technology presence, Detroit is an exciting place to build a long-term career while enjoying an active urban lifestyle.
Key Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive care to complex neurosurgical patients across multiple hospital sites. Responsibilities include acting as an operating room first assist and managing inpatient care in collaboration with neurosurgeons and interdisciplinary teams.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree and be a licensed, certified Nurse Practitioner. The role requires the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts in a high-volume, fast-paced academic hospital environment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Surgery — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 50 active Nurse Practitioner listings this role was benchmarked against, 14% are remote, 58% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
Nurse Practitioner pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Living in Detroit
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $80k
- Typical market rent
- $1,341/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 25 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 100.3
- State income tax
- Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.