APP- Gastroenterology

Allina Health; Buffalo (MN); On-site; USD 138,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability

Job summary

Allina Health in Buffalo, MN seeks a GI APP (1.0 FTE) to deliver outpatient-based clinical care within a physician/nurse team. The role emphasizes chronic disease management, consultations, and telehealth follow-ups, with limited procedural duties to support care coordination.

The position supports a 5 8's schedule in a collaborative environment focused on education, patient education, and comprehensive care for diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited NP or PA program.
• Licensed RN in MN or PA licensure; NP-C or PA-C certification required upon hire.
• ACLS-BLS Tier 2 certification with multisource within 180 days; DEA registration required.
• Valid driver's license and eligibility to work in MN and WI.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for patients within a physician/nurse team.
• Complete comprehensive patient assessments and determine diagnoses.
• Order and interpret medical diagnostics with attending physician.
• Prescribe medications, treatments, and medical equipment.
• Educate patients and coordinate referrals for specialty care.
• Consult with physician when NP scope questions arise.

Skills

Clinical care

Patient education

Care coordination

Telehealth

Education

Master's degree in NP or PA

Tools

ACLS/BLS Tier 2

DEA license

Driver's license

Job description

**Job Summary:**Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.**Key Position Details:****1.0 FTE GI APP - Buffalo, MN****Ambulatory Focus:** Primarily outpatient clinic-based role dedicated to consultations, chronic disease management, and telehealth follow-ups.**Procedural Scope:** Procedural responsibilities are very limited, allowing for dedicated focus on clinical panel management and care coordination.**Preferred Schedule:** 5 8's. **Job Description:**Provides help with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations as part of a physician/nurse team in accordance with the designated specialty. Works in both inpatient and outpatient situations and can perform independently or as part of a treatment team. Serves as an educator, case manager, consultant to staff and multidisciplinary health care team.**Principle Responsibilities*** Provides clinical care for patients + Completes comprehensive patient assessments. + Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness. + Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician. + Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment. + Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care. + Refers for specialty care when determined. + Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Nurse Practitioner scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.**Required Qualifications*** Master's degree - Completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program**Licenses/Certifications*** Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing or equivalent Physician Assistant licensure required upon hire* Certified Nurse Practitioner - American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification or equivalent Physician Assistant certification within specialty required upon hire* Certified Nurse Practitioner - MN Board of Nursing or equivalent Physician Assistant certification required upon hire* ACLS-BLS Tier 2 - Multisource required within 180 Days* Drug Enforcement Administration required upon hire* Valid Driver’s License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment for those working in Complex Care for Seniors, Community Palliative Care and Hospice**Physical Demands*** Medium Work\\*:* Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (\\*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently **Pay Range**### Pay Range: $137,530 to $162,074 per year### The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.### **Benefit Summary** Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work. Benefits include:* Medical/Dental* PTO/Time Away* Retirement Savings Plans* Life Insurance* Short-term/Long-term Disability* Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)* Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable* Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program* Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *\\*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.*### About UsPeople at *Allina Health* have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin.We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless!Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community. Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Allina Health is an E-Verify EmployerAllina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization.An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 *must*be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly.For more information, link to:Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov)E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish