Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant
About The Position
Infinite Medical P.C. is seeking a friendly and compassionate Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive care to patients with gastrointestinal disorders. The role serves residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities and involves working alongside healthcare professionals to provide compassionate, personalized, person-centered care. The position is listed as part-time/full-time, with a schedule of three days per week, in Altamont, New York. The clinician will assess, diagnose, and treat gastrointestinal conditions; develop and adjust treatment plans; order and interpret diagnostic tests; prescribe medications and administer treatments; and monitor chronic conditions and patient progress. The role also includes counseling residents and families, reviewing medical histories, performing physical examinations, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, and helping create a safe and nurturing environment for elderly residents. EMR documentation experience is preferred, and training is provided.
Requirements
- At least 6 months of experience in long-term care or a skilled nursing facility.
- Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Physician license.
- DEA license.
- CPR BCLS/BLS certification.
- Master's degree in Nursing.
- Completion of a degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- One year of experience in Gastroenterology.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to lift at least 20 pounds and stand, walk, or work on one's feet for up to 6–8 hours per day.
Nice To Haves
- Experience documenting in an EMR, such as Sigma, Visual, or PCC; training is provided.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive healthcare services and coordinate patient care.
- Assess and treat patients with gastrointestinal diseases and conditions.
- Work closely with a team of healthcare professionals.
- Assess, diagnose, and treat residents' physical and mental well-being.
- Conduct patient assessments, including medical history reviews and physical examinations.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
- Develop accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Prescribe medication and administer treatments.
- Provide counseling to residents and their families.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
- Manage chronic conditions and monitor progress.
- Adjust care plans as appropriate.
- Provide person-centered care.
- Create a safe and nurturing environment for elderly residents in the nursing home.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Malpractice insurance coverage
- Work-life balance
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Job Type
Full-time
