Cherry Health·Grand Rapids, Michigan
Provide comprehensive medical evaluation and treatment to patients within a team-based primary care setting. Responsibilities include maintaining detailed medical records, prescribing medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Welcome to Cherry Health - video about Cherry Health This is a benefit eligible part time position (32 hours per week - 4 days) working on-site at our Heart of the City Health Center - 100 Cherry St Se. OVERVIEW OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) or applicable Medical Director and with guidance from a collaborating physician, the Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant is responsible for medical care consistent with accepted professional standards.
Must adhere to the organizational Policies, Procedures, Code of Ethics, and all licensing and accreditation standards of the position.
Must represent the organization’s Mission in all actions and communications.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide excellent direct patient care in a comprehensive, compassionate, and team-based manner.
Assist in the coordination and/or supervision of prevention services for patients.
Provide medical evaluation and treatment of ill patients based on scientific knowledge.
Provide medical care to all patients within the expectations of the specialty hired into.
Family Practice: Primary care for all ages with a focus on prevention and disease management.
Adult Medicine: Primary care for adults (17+) with a focus on prevention and disease management.
Cherry Health, Michigan’s largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), operates in six counties across the state, is based in Grand Rapids. With a team of more than 800 health care professionals at 20 locations, Cherry Health focuses on removing barriers, expanding access, and delivering comprehensive quality health care services to underserved communities, regardless of an individual’s insurance status or ability to pay. We provide primary care, dental, vision, behavioral health, pharmacy services, substance abuse services, residential re-entry services, school-based health centers and more.
Cherry Health improves the health and wellness of individuals by providing comprehensive primary and behavioral health care while encouraging access by those who are underserved. Our Vision:
Our community will be healthier because we will seek out and welcome those who need our services.
All will be treated as family with integrated, coordinated care to improve health and personal well-being.
Our Values: Collaboration – Support the Cherry Health mission by encouraging teamwork to accomplish organizational goals.
Customer Service – Serve internal and external customers in a welcoming manner with compassionate care.
Innovation – Embrace creativity to improve patient care and workplace efficiency while remaining curious and open to learning.
Integrity – Uphold the highest ethical standards by being honest and trustworthy.
Professionalism – Create a positive work environment where we care accountable for our decision, our action and the results.
Requires a Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies and a valid State of Michigan license. Candidates must have at least two years of experience in a primary care clinic setting and BLS certification.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Michigan are often competitive because employers look for licensed Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants who can step into primary care settings with minimal onboarding. This posting requires a valid Michigan Medical License, Controlled Substance License, and Federal DEA License, and prior primary care experience is preferred. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; confirm credential status and prepare examples of primary care experience before applying.
