Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Gastroenterology

massgeneralbrigham; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to support our Gastroenterology practice onsite in Salem, MA and Danvers, at 55 Highland Avenue. The role focuses on evaluation/management of outpatient GI patients with consults, follow-ups, and sick visits, with a 40-hour week, typically 8:00am–5:00pm.

The NP/PA will perform histories and exams, order tests, develop care plans, write prescriptions, and provide education in an ambulatory and

Qualifications

• Master's Degree Nursing required.
• 2 years of licensed NP or PA experience in Gastroenterology preferred.
• APRN-NP state license required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care, counseling, and education in ambulatory and clinical settings.
• Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Develops plans of care and follow-up based on diagnostic findings.
• Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to policies.
• Documents admission, progress, and discharge notes timely.
• Performs bedside procedures as appropriate to GI patients.

Skills

Direct patient care

History & physicals

Orders & diagnostics

Documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Site: Mass General Brigham Medical Group Northern Massachusetts, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Our Gastroenterology practice is located at 55 Highland Avenue, Suite 101, in Salem, MA. We diagnose and treat diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, colon, rectum, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and biliary tract. We also provide endoscopy services at Salem Hospital and at the collaborative gastroenterology practice in the Mass General/North Shore Center for Outpatient Care in Danvers, MA.

We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to support our practices onsite (both Salem and Danvers) while working in a pod model. The main focus will be evaluation/management of outpatient GI patients with consults, follow-ups, and sick/urgent visits. The desired schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. The anticipated breakdown is 36 clinical/patient facing hours and 4 hours dedicated to administrative time.

Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for assessing and managing various patient populations, including those with medical and/or surgical conditions, as well as providing diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, developing appropriate plans of care, and conducting ongoing evaluations. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

• Provides direct care, counseling, and education to a designated patient population in ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural settings.
• Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
• Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Consistently provides high-quality and timely documentation, including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes, and discharge summaries.
• Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.

Qualifications

Education

Master's Degree Nursing required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN-NP - State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience

2 years of licensed nurse practitioner experience 1-2 years required

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Minimum of 2 years of experience as an NP or PA in Gastroenterology required.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

55 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$135,720.00 - $173,867.20/Annual

Grade

7

EEO Statement

3300 Mass General Brigham Medical Group Northern Massachusetts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilit