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Practitioner Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Stretch Practitioner

Sterling Heights, MI · On-site

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

Direct track to Lead Stretch Practitioner or Management * Flexible scheduling for session bookings * Pay raise upon training completion * Flexible schedule * Free uniforms ACTIVELY HIRING! Health ...

Stretch Practitioner

Bloomfield Hills, MI · On-site

$17.25 - $21/hr

Direct track to Lead Stretch Practitioner or Management * Flexible scheduling for session bookings * Pay raise upon training completion * Flexible schedule * Free uniforms ACTIVELY HIRING! Health ...

Nurse Practitioner The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for primary care to an assigned panel of participants at PACE SEMI. As such, they are responsible for participant acute and chronic care ...

Nurse Practitioner

Burton, MI · On-site

$129K - $148K/yr

Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Provider Company: Oak Street Health Location: G3525 S Saginaw St, Burton, MI 48529 Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Salary: $129,000 - $148,000 *Wider ...

Stretch Practitioner

Royal Oak, MI · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Direct track to Lead Stretch Practitioner or Management * Flexible scheduling for session bookings * Pay raise upon training completion * Flexible schedule * Free uniforms ACTIVELY HIRING! Health ...

Nurse Practitioner

Burton, MI · On-site

$129K - $148K/yr

Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Provider We're building a world of health around every individual -- shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At Oak Street ...

Nurse Practitioner

Burton, MI · On-site

$129K - $148K/yr

Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Provider We're building a world of health around every individual -- shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health ® ...

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How much do practitioner jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for practitioner in Michigan is $17.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $18.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a practitioner?

A practitioner is a professional who actively engages in a particular occupation, field, or discipline, often in areas like healthcare, law, or education. The term is commonly used to refer to individuals who apply their expertise and skills in practice, such as medical practitioners (doctors, nurses), legal practitioners (lawyers), or educational practitioners (teachers). Practitioners are responsible for providing services, advice, or treatment directly to clients, patients, or the public, depending on their area of specialization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a practitioner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Practitioner, you need a relevant degree or certification in your field, strong analytical abilities, and comprehensive knowledge of best practices or procedures. Familiarity with industry-specific software, case management systems, and compliance tools is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability help practitioners build trust and effectively address client or patient needs. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering expert services, ensuring accurate outcomes, and maintaining professional standards.

How do practitioners typically collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care?

Practitioners often work closely with a variety of professionals such as nurses, therapists, and social workers to ensure patients receive comprehensive care. This collaboration involves regular team meetings, shared patient records, and coordinated treatment plans. Being proactive in communication and open to feedback from other team members helps ensure the best outcomes for patients. Practitioners are valued for their ability to integrate their expertise with the insights of other specialists, creating a supportive and well-rounded care environment.

What is the difference between Practitioner vs Therapist?

AspectPractitionerTherapist
CredentialsVaries by field; may include certifications, licenses, or degrees depending on specializationTypically requires a master's or doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, or social work, plus licensure
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, clinics, private practices, community centersPrivate practices, clinics, hospitals, mental health centers
Industry UsageBroad term used across healthcare, wellness, and alternative medicineSpecific to mental health and emotional well-being services
Search & Comparison IntentPeople looking for general health practitioners or specialistsIndividuals seeking mental health support or therapy services

Practitioner is a broad term encompassing various healthcare providers, while Therapist specifically refers to mental health professionals providing counseling or psychotherapy. The main difference lies in their credentials, work environment, and industry usage, with 'Therapist' focusing on mental health services.

What are popular job titles related to Practitioner jobs in MI?

For Practitioner jobs in MI, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Practitioner job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,937 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Ann Arbor, MI • On-site

Hospice of Michigan
Health Care and Social Assistance • 501 - 1,000 employees

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Covering the Dearborn and Monroe Area
Come join our amazing palliative care team at Northstar Palliative Care, an affiliate of Hospice of Michigan. As a palliative care nurse practitioner you will be responsible for the evaluation and management of home based palliative care patients who have a limited prognosis. By focusing on symptom management and advanced care planning you will help patients and families when they need your care the most; while facing a significant chronic disease. Our expert team of clinicians is comprised of over 20 physicians and nurse practitioners across the state of Michigan who are all dedicated to improving quality of life of those patients who are seriously or terminally ill.
Here at Hospice of Michigan, we are proud to be the largest community based not-for-profit hospice in the State of Michigan. As part of the Northstar Care Community, Hospice of Michigan cares for over 1400 patients each day in 56 counties in lower Michigan, we are a statewide organization that serves patients in the communities which they are a part of. We are dedicated to putting the needs of patients and families first while also promoting and supporting the not-for-profit mission of other hospices across the country.
Job Summary: Assumes responsibility and accountability for the Nurse Practitioner (NP) role for patients within the NorthStar Care Community (NSCC) as detailed below. Provides services under collaborative practice agreement with the physicians of the practice. Participates in the on-call schedule per on-call policy.
Essential Functions for Hospice NP Role:
  1. Completes and documents an accurate history and physical examination and documents findings for Face to Face and/or certification of terminal Illness for physician review of initial and ongoing hospice eligibility.
  2. In collaboration with the hospice and attending physicians, works to establish and meet the goals of care, coordinates with internal and external members of the patient's health care and family/caregiver teams, and makes recommendations for identified immediate needs and ongoing treatment plans.
  3. Completes timely and accurate documentation of all activities in the electronic medical record (EMR).
  4. Provides assistance to patients/families in goal setting, care plan development and end-of-life discussions.
  5. Promotes access to community resources and acts as a liaison by relaying information to other health care professionals and agencies to provide for continuity of care.
  6. Participates in Quality Assurance activities and committee service related to NP scope of practice and policies/procedures.
  7. Maintains consistent and on-going communications with attending physician regarding all aspects of care.
  8. Promotes patient relations through confidentiality, privacy, and dignity. Provides services in a quick and courteous manner with care and respect for the patient's individual needs.
  9. Consults with physicians within the practice according to the collaborative practice agreement.
  10. Communicates with nursing home and other facility staff regarding goals and treatment plans.
  11. Provides educational support to the orientation process, ongoing staff development, and education about the organization's services to referral sources, facilities, and the community.
  12. Maintains oversight of all allocated resources within assigned areas of responsibility including but not limited to time, expenses, supplies and labor and ensures pre-determined financial margins and/or clinical outcomes are achieved.
  13. Provides support to physicians as needed, including attending IDT with physician when requested.
  14. Acts as a representative of the NorthStar Community in the facilities, homes, and communities of the patients we serve. This includes identifying and solving problems within the NP scope of practice and patient care plan that are being encountered as part of the care delivered.

Essential Functions for Palliative NP Role:
  1. Completes an accurate history and physical examination and provides diagnosis and treatment of symptoms, including recommending or prescribing of medications and treatments (as preferred by referring provider) according to the collaborative agreement and NP scope of practice laws and as approved by the Director of Medical Affairs.
  2. Working with the collaborating physician, identifies and documents medical necessity for home/facility encounters, including appropriateness for initiating services, timing/necessity of follow up encounters, and appropriateness for hospice evaluation and/or discharge from practice.
  3. Works to establish and meet the goals of care, coordinates with internal and external members of the patient's health care and family/caregiver teams, and coordinates referral to hospice services when appropriate and requested by the patient/legal representative.
  4. Completes timely and accurate documentation of encounters in the electronic medical record (EMR) to support medical necessity, coordination of care, quality/coding standards, practice metrics and hospice eligibility.
  5. Provides and documents advance care planning and end-of-life discussions for patients and caregivers.
  6. Promotes access to community resources and acts as a liaison by relaying information to other health care professionals and agencies to provide for continuity of care.
  7. Participates in Quality Assurance activities and committee service related to NP scope of practice and policies/procedures.
  8. Maintains consistent and on-going communications with referring and/or primary care provider regarding patient status and care provided.
  9. Promotes patient relations through confidentiality, privacy, and dignity. Provides services in a quick and courteous manner with care and respect for the patient's individual needs as well as the unique needs of the referring and partner organizations. .
  10. Consults with physicians within the practice according to the collaborative practice agreement.
  11. Communicates with nursing home and other facility staff regarding goals and treatment plans.
  12. Provides educational support to the orientation process, ongoing staff development, and education about the organization's services to referral sources, facilities, and the community.
  13. Maintains oversight of all allocated resources within assigned areas of responsibility including but not limited to time, expenses, supplies and labor and ensures pre-determined financial margins and/or clinical outcomes are achieved.
  14. Communicates respectfully and effectively with office support staff to promote optimal scheduling efficiency and productivity. Adapts to schedule changes with a positive and flexible attitude and provides clinical coverage for other NPs, including contact by telephone or providing visits when needed.
  15. Working with the collaborating physician, serves to provide on call coverage and/or face to face visits as needed, if approved and requested to function in these roles by the Director of Medical Affairs.
  16. Participates in Palliative IDT meetings working collaboratively with other members of the Palliative Care team to ensure patients continue to receive high quality palliative care and hospice care when eligible.

Essential Functions for all NP Roles:
  1. May serve as attending provider for hospice patients if approved and requested to function in this role.
  2. Proactively promotes census growth within designated region(s) and seeks to offer care that meets the unmet diverse needs of the community.
  3. Adjusts to changes in workload, schedules based on changing departmental/organizational priorities.
  4. Is an active participant in Medical Staff Meetings. Attends in-person meetings as often as possible.
  5. Duties as assigned with the Nurse Practitioner scope of practice. This could include collaboration on research, education, innovative clinical partnerships, and new business development at the discretion of their supervisor.
  6. Supports other team members through collaboration on complex cases.
  7. Maintains a high level of professionalism in all communications with internal and external contacts responding promptly and professionally to all concerns, questions, and deadlines.
  8. Models and promotes knowledge of end of life care philosophies and articulates and promotes the NSCC vision, mission, and values locally, statewide, and nationally, when appropriate.
  9. Adheres to NorthStar Care Community Code of Conduct, policies, procedures, protocols and processes and all regulatory and legal requirements.
  10. Adheres to the NorthStar standards to care for every person, every time, 100% of the time.

Qualifications:
  1. Current licensure in the state where serving as a Nurse Practitioner, and maintain such licensure in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and perform within the scope specified.
  2. Master's degree in Nursing with advanced skills in physical assessment.
  3. Minimum of three years clinical nursing experience and/or at least one year of post-graduate clinical nursing experience desirable in the hospice and palliative care field.
  4. Board certification as an Advanced Practice Hospice and Palliative Nurse (ACHPN) preferred.
  5. Highly skilled in advanced nursing practice and a demonstrated ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and families required.
  6. Understanding of performance improvement with the ability to communicate and operationalize performance improvement initiatives at the departmental and organizational level required.
  7. Ability to effectively use technology such as cell phones and the electronic medical record (EMR) in support of management and clinical operations.
  8. Excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgment, effective organizational, prioritization and follow- through skills, attention to detail, tact, dependability, emotional intelligence, the ability to maintain confidentiality and promote positive, constructive relationships with communication and collaboration at all levels required.
  9. Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently and be able to communicate orally and in writing in internal and external relationships for all essential job functions.
  10. Ability to prioritize multiple demands. Demonstrates integrity and flexibility and participates actively in change and quality improvement initiatives.
  11. The physical demands of the position include: vision, effective speech and hearing for extensive telephone contact; repetitive motion; traveling; driving or riding in motor vehicle; standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, and stretching; lifting up to forty five (45) pounds unassisted and the ability to assist in lifting patients using appropriate lifting techniques and/or devices.
  12. Proof of current tuberculin testing required. Patient contact will not be allowed until tuberculin clearance is documented.
  13. Must have reliable transportation to be able to travel and maintain the rigors of a busy schedule. Frequently works variable hours/days; activities and workload may require extended days.
  14. Must be eligible to work in the United States.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work required of the position. It is not intended to limit the assignment of other duties.