Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Gastroenterology
About The Position
This on-site locum position provides high-quality patient care in an inpatient gastroenterology setting, supporting the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of digestive and gastrointestinal conditions. The clinician works with gastroenterologists and the clinical team to deliver comprehensive care, with the role described as suitable for an associate-level clinician able to contribute independently in a collaborative medical practice. The position is at a Level II Trauma Center, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and no call requirement. The daily patient census is approximately 15, including 5–7 new consults. Duties include rounding on new and continuing patients, planning discharges, continuing care plans, and preparing patients for procedures. GI Hospitalist support is available, and the EMR is Epic. The clinician must be board-certified. Travel and expenses are paid.
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant licensure in Kansas.
- Current national board certification as an NP or PA-C in good standing; board certification is required.
- Graduate degree from an accredited NP or PA program.
- Associate-level clinical experience.
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills.
- Proficiency with electronic medical record systems and clinical documentation.
- Excellent communication skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a medical practice.
Nice To Haves
- Prior exposure to gastroenterology.
- Experience with endoscopy support, colonoscopy, or procedural assistance.
- Familiarity with managing chronic gastrointestinal conditions such as IBD, GERD, and liver disease.
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient consultations, obtain histories, and perform comprehensive physical examinations for gastroenterology patients.
- Diagnose and manage common and complex gastrointestinal conditions under appropriate supervision.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
- Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests, laboratory work, and imaging studies.
- Assist with endoscopic procedures and provide pre- and post-procedure patient care.
- Prescribe medications and monitor patient responses and potential side effects.
- Educate patients on digestive health, dietary guidance, and treatment adherence.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant electronic medical records.
- Coordinate referrals and communicate with other healthcare providers.
- Follow clinical protocols, regulatory standards, and practice policies.
- Round on new and continuing inpatients, plan discharges, continue care plans, and prepare patients for procedures.
Benefits
- Paid travel and expenses.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
