Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physicians Assistant (PA) - Full Time in Traverse City, Michigan at Pace North

We’re seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who is passionate about reimagining how care is delivered to older adults. This role centers on a holistic, community-based approach that looks beyond traditional models, with a strong emphasis on personalized, relationship-driven care.

Our focus spans the full spectrum of geriatric care—from promoting longevity and independence to providing thoughtful, compassionate support at end of life. We prioritize proactive strategies such as fall prevention, functional mobility, and careful medication optimization to enhance quality of life and reduce avoidable complications.

Ideal candidates are open-minded, collaborative, and motivated to help shape a more flexible, patient-centered model of care that meets individuals where they are—both clinically and within their communities.

What is PACE North?

PACE stands for Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. We are:

• A unique care model for individuals aged 55+ who qualify for nursing facility-level care but prefer to live at home
• A growing organization, launched in 2019
• Focused on providing personalized care in a variety of settings: in our clinic, in the home, or in skilled nursing facilities

Our team members enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Consistent weekday schedule: Monday through Friday, daytime hours, including participating in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule to support the on-call nurse
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Immediate health insurance upon hire
• Free dental insurance with optional upgrades
• 401(k) with employer match
• A supportive and professional team environment

As a Primary Care Provider at PACE North, you will:

• Work as part of a interdisciplinary team and collaborate with other professionals to meet the emotional, physical, social, and medical needs of participants
• Deliver care in multiple settings:
  • On-site clinic
  • Participant homes
  • Partner skilled nursing facilities
• Build strong relationships with participants and their families through education and support
• Practice in a flexible care model that adapts to participant needs rather than rigid systems

We’re looking for a compassionate and collaborative healthcare professional with the following:

• A passion for serving others with a positive, person-centered approach
• Commitment to interdisciplinary decision-making that prioritizes:
  • Participant goals
  • Respect for self-determination
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current and valid Michigan license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Strong clinical leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective problem-solving abilities
• A collaborative mindset with a focus on shared decision-making
• Experience in primary care or geriatric care (preferred)
• An inspirational, motivational, and creative approach aligned with the PACE model of care