Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Munson Healthcare; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic healthcare team as an Advanced Practice Provider in a thriving practice. This full-time role offers the chance to work alongside skilled physicians and APPs, providing essential medical care to patients. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in a region known for its stunning natural beauty while making a significant impact on community health. With a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in a supportive environment. Embrace the challenge and rewards of working in a not-for-profit healthcare system committed to excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Continuing Education Credits

Malpractice Insurance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies required.
• State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patient care as part of a clinical team.
• Document evaluations and care in electronic medical records.
• Respond to medical emergencies and promote patient safety.

Skills

Clinical Judgment

Patient Management

Communication Skills

Emergency Response

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Master's in Physician Assistant studies

Tools

Electronic Medical Record Systems

Job description

Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Requisition #: 62496
Total hours worked per week:

Description

JOIN MUNSON HEALTHCARE’S GASTROENTEROLOGY TEAM! GENERAL SUMMARY: Munson Healthcare Digestive Health has an excellent opportunity for an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join their team in desirable Traverse City, Michigan. This position is supported by five physicians and five APPs. The ideal candidate is attracted to a busy practice, works well independently, and is a team player. The schedule is full time, Monday-Friday, 8am- 5pm. Weekend hospital coverage and evening weeknight call are expected. Join a not-for-profit healthcare system and find the right balance between a rewarding career and living in a region that offers a rich blend of adventure, relaxation, and breathtaking natural attractions.BENEFITS: Munson Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health and life-work balance goals.

• Competitive compensation and full benefits
• Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Malpractice insurance
• Paid time off

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of Munson Healthcare
• Embraces and supports the Performance Improvement philosophy of Munson Healthcare.
• Works as a member of the clinical team to promote, support and provide management of medical care to patients.
• Evaluates and reviews the plan of care at regularly scheduled office visits utilizing sound clinical judgment based on assessment of physical, psychological, emotional, societal and environmental needs of the patients.
• Completes appropriate documentation of all evaluations, care, and services rendered in the electronic medical record to accurately reflect services in the patient record and to ensure appropriateness of billing.
• Communicates with referring or primary care physicians regarding patient care and treatment.
• Responds to telephone inquiries from clinic patients and provides appropriate medical care and/or counseling.
• Assists individuals to assume responsibility for the prevention of illness and the promotion of health maintenance and/or restoration of health.
• Observes the Munson Healthcare Advance Practice Provider prescriptive authority guidelines.
• Maintains knowledge of current medical trends and ongoing professional development in pertinent medical fields.
• Participates in and / or serves as a resource for medical, nursing, and community education programs.
• Meets department productivity requirements. Recognizes and understands the need for full daily schedules. Independently monitors own daily appointment schedule and works in conjunction with other staff members to fill open appointment times.
• Responds to medical emergencies as required.
• Promotes personal and patient safety.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate, relate and interact effectively with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.
• Attends CME seminars and conferences to maintain licensure and currency in field.
• Maintains current BLS.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

STANDARD QUALIFICATIONSEducation / Training

• Master's Degree in Nursing OR a Masters in Physician Assistant studies.

Certification, Licensure, Registration

• State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required.

ABOUT THE MUNSON PHYSICIAN NETWORK

• 550+ Physicians and Advance Practice Providers
• >65 Practice Sites
• Primary and Specialty Care
• Inpatient and Ambulatory Care
• $120M Net Revenue Annually
• Area of Continued Strategic Growth for MHC

ABOUT MUNSON MEDICAL CENTER Munson Medical Center – the regional referral center for all of northern Michigan – has earned a national reputation for top quality care. The 442-bed hospital offers the only verified Level II Trauma Center and Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Michigan’s northern lower peninsula, nationally recognized cardiac care provided at the Webber Heart Center, advanced oncology services in the leading-edge Cowell Family Cancer Center, a Primary Stroke Center, heart and cancer research programs, a robust teaching hospital for residents, interns, medical students, and nursing students, and a stellar orthopedics program. Munson Medical Center has served Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Antrim counties since 1915, with a long history and heritage of keeping patients at the center of all they do.COMMUNITY As a non-profit healthcare system, Munson Healthcare provides more than $60 million annually in:

• Community Education
• Free, discounted, and unreimbursed healthcare services
• Healthcare programs

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Munson Healthcare grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.