APP Gastroenterology/UKHC

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 81,328 - 156,062; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Lexington, KY is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in Gastroenterology to offer expert care for outpatient GI conditions. The role involves providing consultations, coordinating care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Required qualifications include an MSN or BS and relevant certification. Ideal for early-career professionals due to no prior experience needed. The position offers a salary range of $81,328 - $156,062 per year and a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants required.
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or PA-C certification is necessary.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide GI consultation and management of outpatients.
• Coordinate ambulatory care for outpatients in the KY Clinic.
• Collaborate with the health care team for chronic and acute conditions.

Education

MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants

Tools

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)

Job description

Overview

The APP Gastroenterology works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team to provide GI consultation and management of outpatients through the UKHC system. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) functions as a member of the GI practice and acts as the expert to assist with chronic and acute conditions within the outpatient setting. The APP coordinates care for outpatients in the ambulatory setting in the KY Clinic and subspecializes in General Gastroenterological disease states within the GI Division. The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and/or nursing knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism in communication, timely and compliant documentation, and ongoing professional development and competency validation.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Deadline To Apply 09/18/2025

Our University Community We value the well-being of each employee and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. The University is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus and adheres to nondiscrimination laws and policies. Candidates may be required to pass pre-employment screenings including a background check and/or drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide GI consultation and management of outpatients within the UKHC system.
• Coordinate ambulatory care for outpatients in the KY Clinic.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary health care team and function as the GI practice expert for chronic and acute conditions in the outpatient setting.
• Apply evidence-based practice to ensure safe, high-quality patient care and participate in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Required Education: MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants.
• Required License/Registration/Certification: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C).
• Required Related Experience: No experience required.
• Physical Requirements: Regularly sitting, standing, and walking with some lifting up to 10 lbs and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

Job Details

• Job Title: APP Gastroenterology/UKHC
• Working Title: APP Gastroenterology - Outpatient
• Department: MG31D:IM-DIGESTIVE
• Location: Lexington, KY
• Grade Level: 14
• Salary Range: $81,328 - $156,062/year
• Type: Staff
• Time Status: Full-Time
• Shift: Day shift
• Requisition Number: RE51597
• Equivalencies: Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Equal Opportunity

The University follows federal and state laws on nondiscrimination and provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations. The University is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. Any candidate may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University HR, which may include a national background check and/or drug screen.