Gastroenterology PA/NP: Care, Diagnostics & Procedures

Tufts Medicine; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine in Boston, MA is seeking a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner to support Gastroenterology services. The role focuses on comprehensive patient assessments, collaborative care with physicians, and developing individualized treatment plans.

The position requires PA licensure, PA certification, and proficient clinical skills. It offers a stable, full-time schedule with opportunities for professional growth within a leading academic-affiliated health system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Successful completion of a Physician’s Assistant program.
• PA Licensure within the first 3 months following the receipt of a complete application for medical staff membership and privilege.
• PA Certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Manages a broad spectrum of patients and performs a wide range of clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• In collaboration with the healthcare team, assesses the health status of patients by obtaining complete and thorough medical histories and performing physical examinations.
• Assesses patient/family psychosocial needs, educational needs, learning readiness, and barriers to learning during admission process.
• Examines patients, records, and discriminates between normal and abnormal findings to recognize early stages of a serious physical or emotional problem.
• Develops an effective, comprehensive plan of care individualized to the patient using established standards and following hospital procedures.
• Communicates professionally with patient/family, other practitioners, physicians, and co-workers.
• Sets priorities and modifies patient care in response to changing situations.
• Orders appropriate labs and radiological testing based on assessment of needs.
• Maintains accurate patient records, charts and documentation for administrative purposes.
• Encourages preventative medicine through patient education and counseling.
• Interpret patient needs to other clinical personnel participating in the care through direct communication and input into care plans.
• Works collaboratively with physician to manage care of patients in a cost-effective manner.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical procedures

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

PA program graduate

PA licensure

PA certification

BLS certification

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Job description

Tufts Medicine in Boston, MA is seeking a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner to support Gastroenterology services. The role focuses on comprehensive patient assessments, collaborative care with physicians, and developing individualized treatment plans.

The position requires PA licensure, PA certification, and proficient clinical skills. It offers a stable, full-time schedule with opportunities for professional growth within a leading academic-affiliated health system.