Physician Assistant PA
Listed compensation
$90,000 - $125,000 annually
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on-site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job Description
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Relocation bonus
- Signing bonus
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
About the Role
KARE CENTER in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking a skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dedicated healthcare team. In this role, you will work under the supervision of licensed physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, from diagnosis and treatment planning to patient education and follow-up. You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care across a diverse patient population.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct thorough patient histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic assessments for a range of acute and chronic conditions
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment and care plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests including laboratory work, imaging, and EKGs
Prescribe medications, therapies, and durable medical equipment as permitted by state law and practice agreements
Perform clinical procedures including wound care, joint injections, suturing, and other in-office procedures as needed
Provide patient education on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle modifications
Document all patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
Coordinate referrals to specialists and ensure appropriate follow-up on test results and consults
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team including physicians, nurses, and support staff to ensure seamless continuity of care
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review processes, and ongoing clinical education
- Qualifications & Requirements
- Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program (MMS, MPAS, or equivalent)
- Current, unrestricted PA license in the state of Michigan
- NCCPA certification (Physician Assistant-Certified, PA-C) required
- Current DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required
Minimum of 1-2 years of PA clinical experience preferred; new graduates with exceptional training will be considered
- Experience in primary care, internal medicine, or a related specialty is a plus
- Proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
- Strong diagnostic reasoning, clinical judgment, and decision-making skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-centered approach
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience ($90,000 - $125,000 annually)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Continuing medical education (CME) allowance and paid CME days
- Malpractice/professional liability insurance coverage
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- Signing bonus for experienced candidates
- Opportunity for career advancement and leadership roles within KARE CENTER
Work Environment
This is a full-time, in-person position at KARE CENTER in Ann Arbor, MI. Standard hours are Monday through Friday with potential for some schedule flexibility. KARE CENTER is a supportive, mission-driven organization committed to delivering outstanding patient outcomes in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
This is an urgent care with primary care. The urgent care treats patients of all ages. The primary care is for adult patients only, by appointment only.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree from an accredited PA program, a current Michigan PA license, and NCCPA certification. BLS and ACLS certifications are required, and 1-2 years of clinical experience is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant PA at Careerplug a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Urgent Care (PA) — ranked against 358 active Urgent Care (PA) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Urgent Care — Physician Assistant Career Context
Careerplug holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 83/100, 52 active listings.
Of the 50 active Urgent Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 62% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
Urgent Care pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$108k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $112k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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