Physician Assistant PA-C or Nurse Practitioner ACNP (Inpatient)

United-Digestive; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

United Digestive is seeking a provider to support inpatient care at Dekalb Gastroenterology Associates - Hillandale in Lithonia, GA. The role involves hospital rounds, counseling patients, and documentation for consults, with strict HIPAA practices. GI experience is preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.

Requirements include a Master of Medical Science (PA) or MS in Nursing (NP) and ability to operate practice management software. Travel as needed for business.

Qualifications

• Master of Medical Science or equivalent required.
• GI experience preferred, new graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Complete inpatient hospital coverage and rounds at the hospital.
• Counsel patients with information for medical treatment or procedures.
• Dictate for hospital consults performed.
• Answer emails, voicemails, and return patient calls promptly.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.

Skills

GI experience

Clinical communication

Education

MS PA or MS MSN/NP

Job description

Job Details

Job DetailsJob Location: DGA - Hillandale - Lithonia, GA 30058Position Type: Full TimeTravel Percentage: As needed for business requirements.Job Category: ProviderUnited Digestive is a large, well-established organization with approximately 140 physicians, 120 Mid-level Providers, and 27 endoscopy centers in the southeast. We seek candidates with a record of academic achievement and excellent consultative and diagnostic skills. Gastroenterology experience is preferred, but not required. To learn more about the practice, please visit our website at www.uniteddigestive.com/all-careers/.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Responsible for providing medical assistance to patients in hospital, and receives training and direction from practice physicians.

PRIMARY LOCATION: Dekalb Gastroenterology Associates - Hillandale

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completing inpatient hospital coverage and rounds at the hospital
• Accurately providing and counseling patients with information for medical treatment or procedures
• Dictating for hospital consults performed
• Answering emails and voicemails and returning patient calls in a timely and efficient manner
• Abiding by and promoting HIPAA compliance; maintaining strictest confidentiality with regards to patient information

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

Master of Medical Science, Physician Assistant or Master of Science in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner required, adult or acute care Nurse Practitioner. GI experience preferred, however, new graduates are welcome to apply. Must be computer literate and able to operate Practice Management software and multiple Microsoft Office applications.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Provide a high level of quality patient care and customer service at all times
• Work under pressure; assess, respond to, and communicate issues in a timely manner
• Maintain composure and set a professional example to patients and coworkers
• Communicate clearly with patients and coworkers through the telephone, email, and in person
• Interpret and apply clinical and non‑clinical policies and procedures

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment; travel as business needs dictate.