Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP)

UNC Health Care; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 145,935,000 - 199,777,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider in Johnston County, Smithfield, NC. The role includes inpatient and outpatient coverage within GI Hospitalists Johnston, interfacing with physicians and the broader care team.

The APP will perform comprehensive histories, exams, differential diagnoses, and evidence-based treatment plans, while educating patients and families and leading clinical projects. A NC license and APRN/PA credentialing are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.
• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider in North Carolina (NP/PA).
• Board certification if required by the Department. DEA.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Clinical: obtain health history, perform exams, develop differential diagnoses, and create treatment plans with evidence-based pharmacology.
• Education: educate patients and families about conditions, treatment, and follow-up; develop educational materials.
• Leadership: provide instruction to clinicians, housestaff, nursing and students; participate in outreach and system-improvement efforts.
• Professional: communicate respectfully with patients and team; document accurately for billing and care coordination.
• Quality/Research: engage in continuous quality improvement and participate in protocol development.

Skills

Clinical competency

Leadership

Independent work

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Graduate APRN/PA program

Job description

UNC Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider in Johnston County, Smithfield, NC. The role includes inpatient and outpatient coverage within GI Hospitalists Johnston, interfacing with physicians and the broader care team.

The APP will perform comprehensive histories, exams, differential diagnoses, and evidence-based treatment plans, while educating patients and families and leading clinical projects. A NC license and APRN/PA credentialing are required.