Gastroenterology NP/PA - Hospitalist

Prime Healthcare; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group seeks a Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join the Saint Joseph Hospital GI inpatient team in Elgin, IL. This hospital-based role features a 7-on/7-off schedule and collaborative care with gastroenterologists and hospitalists.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in nursing or physician assistant studies and board certification, with licensure or eligibility in Illinois, plus at least one year of GI or hospital medicine

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Current or eligible state licensure.
• Minimum of one year of Gastroenterology, Hospital Medicine, Critical Care, or related inpatient experience preferred.
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inpatient GI consultations and follow-up evaluations.
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as appropriate.
• Order, interpret, and review diagnostic studies and laboratory results.
• Coordinate procedures, transitions of care, and discharge planning.
• Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently in the EMR.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Job description

Overview

Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) – Hospitalist Saint Joseph Hospital | Elgin, IL

Prime Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our inpatient gastroenterology team. This hospital-based position offers a desirable 7-on/7-off schedule, providing an excellent work-life balance while delivering high-quality care to patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal conditions.

The APP will work collaboratively with gastroenterologists, hospitalists, nurses, and multidisciplinary care teams to manage inpatient consults, coordinate care, and support a growing GI service line within a physician-led healthcare system.

Position Highlights

• Inpatient Gastroenterology Hospitalist role
• 7-on/7-off block schedule
• Work alongside an experienced team of gastroenterologists
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions
• Perform patient assessments, daily rounds, consultations, and discharge planning
• Coordinate care with hospitalists, specialists, and ancillary services
• Employed position with a competitive compensation and benefits package
• Supportive, collaborative practice environment
• Opportunity to work within a growing and comprehensive GI program

Responsibilities

• Conduct inpatient GI consultations and follow-up evaluations
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as appropriate
• Order, interpret, and review diagnostic studies and laboratory results
• Coordinate procedures, transitions of care, and discharge planning
• Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently in the EMR
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Current or eligible state licensure
• Minimum of one year of Gastroenterology, Hospital Medicine, Critical Care, or related inpatient experience preferred
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care

Pay Transparency

Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $125,000-$140,000 on an annualized basis. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf