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

United Digestive; Pooler (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

United Digestive is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to support GI outpatient services. The role involves running a daily GI clinic, counseling patients on treatments, and handling communications efficiently.

Ideal candidates have a Master's in Medical Science (PA) or an MSN (NP), with GI experience preferred though new grads are welcome. Strong computer and Office/Practice Management skills are required.

Qualifications

• Master of Medical Science, Physician Assistant or Master of Science in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Running daily GI outpatient clinic.
• Counseling patients with information for medical treatment or procedures.
• Answering emails and voicemails and returning patient calls promptly.
• Abiding by HIPAA and maintaining patient confidentiality.

Skills

Clinical patient care

Patient communication

EHR proficiency

Microsoft Office

Practice management software

Education

Master of Medical Science, Physician Assistant

Master of Science in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner

Tools

Practice Management Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

United 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/.LOCATION DETAILSThe Center for Digestive & Liver Health Medical Office - PoolerGENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIESResponsible for providing medical assistance to patients in office and in hospital, and receives training and direction from practice physicians.RESPONSIBILITIESDuties include but are not limited toRunning daily GI outpatient clinicAccurately providing and counseling patients with information for medical treatment or proceduresAnswering emails and voicemails and returning patient calls in a timely and efficient mannerAbiding by and promoting HIPAA compliance; maintaining strictest confidentiality with regards to patient informationREQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCEMaster 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 EXPERIENCEAPP must be able to:Provide a high level of quality patient care and customer service at all timesWork under pressure; assess, respond to, and communicate issues in a timely mannerMaintain composure and set a professional example to patients and coworkersCommunicate clearly with patients and coworkers through the telephone, email, and in personInterpret and apply clinical and non-clinical policies and proceduresPHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDSRequires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment; travel as business needs dictate.