AGACNP/PA-C - Inpatient Gastroenterology - Sarasota, FL

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System • Sarasota, FL

75d • Onsite

About The Position

Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is seeking qualified Nurse Practitioners (AGACNP) or Physician Assistants for an Inpatient Gastroenterology role in Sarasota, Florida. This is a full-time hospitalist position at SMH-Sarasota, involving four 10-hour shifts per week, including weekends and holidays, but with no nights or call responsibilities. The role involves performing patient assessments, managing GI-related conditions, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, monitoring treatment progress, and making referrals, all under the supervision of a GI Hospitalist. The average daily patient volume, including consults, is approximately 60 patients, with three APPs scheduled per shift. The EMR system used is EPIC.

Requirements

• Graduate from accredited APRN or PA program
• Certification in professional specialty
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Florida
• BLS
• Require bachelor degree from accredited physician assistant training program.
• Require current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Nice To Haves

• Inpatient APP experience is preferred; however, all qualified applicants will be considered.
• Prefer ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Prefer demonstrated written & verbal communication & strong analytical skills.
• Prefer ability to work independently and effectively with physicians and other allied health personnel in the hospital and/or office setting.
• Prefer demonstrated clinical competency skills.
• Prefer demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology as it relates to health care practice and current prescription writing skills/DEA licensing.
• Prefer demonstrated skills in documentation in medical records to substantiate accurate billing.
• Prefer effective interaction skills to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
• Prefer effective leadership and strong interpersonal skills.
• Prefer knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations.
• Prefer knowledge of state, federal and local health care agencies and programs.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a GI Hospitalist, performs patient assessments and manages GI-related conditions.
• Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic studies, including laboratory tests and imaging.
• Monitors treatment progress and makes appropriate physician or specialist referrals as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Relocation allowance and commencement bonus
• No contract or non-compete clause, candidates sign offers only.
• Comprehensive benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, 403B Retirement Plan, Continuing education, and many other perks
• As an employee of a public, State of Florida organization, APPs are entitled to sovereign immunity.
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program if employed by FPG.
• No State Tax!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree