Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Duke GI Clinic of Brier Creek

Duke University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider for its Gastroenterology Clinic in Raleigh, NC. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with attending physicians in evaluating and managing patients with GI disorders. The position involves performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, taking patient histories, and participating in clinical research. With flexible hours and a commitment to ongoing learning, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment that values diversity and innovation. Join a team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Plans

Career Advancement Opportunities

Flexible Work Hours

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program required.
• 1+ years of APP experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with general GI disorders.
• Order and schedule laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures.
• Participate in clinical research projects and teach students.

Skills

Patient Care

Diagnostic Procedures

Therapeutic Procedures

Patient History Taking

Clinical Research Participation

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

As a part of Duke Health’s outpatient clinic network, you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, convenient work hours, and many opportunities for career advancement. Become a part of a team that values and invests in you.

Duke Advanced Practice Highlights:

• The nation’s first Physician Assistant Program was created at Duke in 1965 and is consistently ranked No. 1 in the country.
• The Duke School of Nursing is consistently ranked as one of the top nursing schools and their MSN and DNP programs offers eight advanced practice registered nurse majors and specialty certifications, as well as post master’s certificates and certification alignment programs.
• Commitment to ongoing learning for APPs through annual CME funding and access to high-quality Duke CME offerings including APP Grand Rounds and a professional advancement program. APPs are leaders in multiple arenas within Duke.
• Duke offers APPs opportunities to practice within team-based integrative care in a tremendous variety of specialties. APPs are expected to work to top of scope in order to contribute to Duke’s missions which include clinical practice, education, and research.
• Practice locations can include Duke Health’s three hospitals or over 140 primary care and specialty care clinics throughout North Carolina.

Job Location: Duke GI at Brier Creek, 10207 Cerney Street, Raleigh, NC

Job Summary:

We are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider in our Duke Gastroenterology Clinic of Brier Creek located in Raleigh, NC to work in collaboration with attending physicians to evaluate and manage patients, conduct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, order and schedule laboratory studies and professional consultations, and provide direct patient care services to patients with general GI disorders. The APP will see patients at the Durham and Raleigh clinics, and will have telehealth appointments and administrative time. Primary hours will be Monday through Friday, day shift, with hours flexible to meet the needs of the patients.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist physician in diagnosing medical and surgical problems and prescribing necessary treatment and services for quality patient care; record the normal and abnormal data for review by the physician.
• Take patient histories, conduct physical examinations, and record the data in the patient's record; write progress notes; prepare patient workups and summaries noting pertinent positive and negative findings; obtain psychosocial history relevant to patient care, and assume responsibility for developing therapeutic relationships with patients.
• Order and schedule laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures; explain necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
• Participate in basic science and clinical research projects conducted by supervising physician, prepare statistical reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions, as applicable. Participate in teaching students in techniques and procedures which are unique to specific clinical setting.

Job Eligibility Requirements:

Education:

• Nurse Practitioners: Work requires completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, with a Master's degree in Nursing.
• Physician Assistants: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program. A Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree strongly preferred.

Certification:

• BLS required.

License:

• Nurse Practitioners: Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required. National certification as a NP required.
• Physician Assistants: Must be licensed in the state of NC, and be certified as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

Experience:

• 1+ years of APP experience strongly preferred.

Job Hours:

Monday-Friday, day shift, with flexibility to meet clinic needs.

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