Advanced Practice Provider, Gastroenterology

OSF HealthCare; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 76,043 - 87,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

CME time and dollars

Student loan repayment counseling

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Alton, Illinois, seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant to deliver comprehensive gastroenterology care. Responsibilities include patient assessments, managing care continuity, and assisting with outpatient procedures.

The ideal candidate will be licensed in IL, preferably with gastroenterology experience. Benefits include generous paid time off, health and retirement plans, and a competitive salary ranging from $55.20 - $63.65 per hour.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the DEA for prescribing narcotics.
• Gastroenterology experience preferred, new graduates considered.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive GI-focused assessments and patient management.
• Collaborate with gastroenterologists and colorectal surgeons.
• Prepare patients for endoscopic procedures and manage post-procedure care.
• Educate patients and families on GI diagnoses and treatment options.

Skills

Gastroenterology experience

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Licensed to provide advanced practice nursing or physician assistant services

BLS/ACLS Certification

Job description

Overview

In accordance with professional standards of care and adhering to the corporate philosophy of OSF Medical Group (OSFMG), the Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant is responsible for:

• Gastroenterology care, including comprehensive GI‑focused assessments, daily rounding, histories and physicals, new consults, admissions, and discharges
• Support a rapidly growing GI service line, providing clinical partnership to the full‑time gastroenterologist as procedure volume and patient demand continue to expand
• Assist in managing gastroenterology patients in the clinic, helping ensure timely access, continuity of care, and high‑quality follow‑up
• Provide inpatient rounding support on GI consults as needed to maintain efficient workflow and comprehensive patient management
• Collaborate with colorectal surgery by assisting with GI‑related office visits and supporting endoscopic care needs within the scope of practice
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with attending gastroenterologists and colorectal surgeons
• Prepare patients for endoscopic or interventional GI procedures, manage post‑procedure care, and support smooth transitions across the continuum of care
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies, abdominal imaging, stool studies, and GI‑specific diagnostics; prescribe medications; and document all care provided
• Provide patient and family education to enhance understanding of GI diagnoses, treatment options, lifestyle modifications, and long‑term disease management
• Perform GI‑related procedures alongside physicians, consistent with scope of practice and privileging (ex. paracentesis, NG tube placement, PEG tube management)
• Collaborative work environment with gastroenterologists, colorectal surgeons, residents, advanced practice providers, dietitians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary teams
• Five 8-hour shifts per week, Monday – Friday, day shift, potential for some weekends and holidays as part of the schedule

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Licensed to provide either advanced practice nursing services in Illinois or physician assistant services in Illinois, as issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act or Illinois Physician Assistant Practice Act of 1987
• Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and State of Illinois for prescribing of narcotics
• BLS/ACLS Certified
• Gastroenterology experience preferred; new graduates will be considered
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, hospital environment while maintaining patient‑centered focus

Total Rewards

Your life - our Mission

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to providing Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market‑competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition, and well‑being offerings focused on the whole person and engaging with their current stage of life and career.

Benefits & Perks

OSF HealthCare offers a comprehensive Compensation and Total Rewards Package which includes:

• Generous paid time off

• Vacation and holiday time off to get away and recharge
• Well‑being time for self‑care, mission trips, or whatever makes you happy
• Sick leave for you or to care for an ill family member
• CME time and dollars

• Health, life, dental, and retirement plans
• Paid occurrence‑based malpractice
• Concierge relocation services
• Student loan repayment counseling
• Clinical base hourly pay range for this position: $55.20 - $63.65. This is a salaried position.
  • Range shown should be used as an estimate and can be impacted by many factors including but not limited to the critical need of the position, overall experience and qualifications, community need, and other considerations. Additional compensation components may be applicable such as bonuses or incentives which may or may not be based on metric achievement.