Nurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology

Auburn Community Hospital; City of Auburn (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

CME allowance

Paid time off

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

Auburn Memorial Medical Services, PC is seeking a Gastroenterology & Hepatology Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive GI and liver care in collaboration with physicians. The role may focus on hepatology or general gastroenterology, with responsibilities spanning outpatient visits, diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient education.

The position supports a full-time daytime schedule with a clinical emphasis on high-quality patient care and coordination within a multidisciplinary team at

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Active New York State NP license.
• DEA license (or eligibility).
• BLS certification (ACLS preferred depending on setting).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with GI and liver conditions; includes GERD, IBD, IBS, cirrhosis, hepatitis, and GI bleeding.
• Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, pathology).
• Develop and implement treatment plans under supervising physician guidance.
• Coordinate referrals to surgery, transplant, oncology, nutrition, or other specialties.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Care coordination

Procedural skills

Education

Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

Auburn Memorial Medical Services, PC · Auburn Gastroenterology

Auburn , NY

Clinical Professional

Full Time , Days

Posted 05/20/2025

Position Summary

The Gastroenterology & Hepatology Nurse Practitioner(NP) provides comprehensive medical care to patients with gastrointestinal and liver diseases in collaboration with gastroenterologists and hepatologists. This role includes outpatient clinic care, diagnostic evaluation, treatment planning, patient education, and care coordination. Depending on clinical need and interest, this position will have a primary focus on Hepatology or General Gastroenterology.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with gastrointestinal and liver conditions, including but not limited to:
  • GERD, IBD, IBS, celiac disease
  • Cirrhosis, hepatitis (viral, autoimmune, metabolic), NAFLD/MASLD
  • GI bleeding, pancreatitis, motility disorders
• Perform patient histories, physical exams, and ongoing follow-up visits
• Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, pathology)
• Develop and implement treatment plans under supervising physician guidance.
• Manage chronic disease care and medication adjustments
• Assist with hospital admissions, discharges, and care transitions
• Provide outpatient clinic coverage and follow-up care
• Coordinate referrals to surgery, transplant, oncology, nutrition, or other specialties

Procedures & Technical Skills

• Perform office-based procedures as credentialed (paracentesis, rectal exams, etc.)
• Educate patients on procedures, preparation, and post-procedure care

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, billing requirements, and quality standards
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives

Patient Education & Collaboration

• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, transplant teams, and other healthcare professionals
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences when applicable

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Active New York State NP license
• DEA license (or eligibility)
• BLS certification (ACLS preferred depending on setting)

Preferred

• Prior experience in gastroenterology, hepatology, internal medicine, or hospital medicine
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational skills
• Full-time or part-time; outpatient, inpatient, or mixed model
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• CME allowance and paid CME time
• Paid time off and holidays
• Malpractice insurance

Salary: $110,000 to $145,000 per year DOE