Physician Assistant (PA) and/or Nurse Practitioner (APRN)- GI Clinic

University Health • Lakewood, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physician Assistant and/or Nurse Practitioner will provide advanced, compassionate care to patients with a variety of gastrointestinal conditions at the GI Clinic at UH Lakewood Medical Center. The role involves working alongside gastroenterologists and a care team to assess, diagnose, treat, and follow patients, and may include assisting with procedures under physician supervision. The position is full-time, scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing program.
• Active Missouri RN license.
• Nurse Practitioner certification, such as ANCC or AANP.
• Missouri Advanced Practice certification, if required.
• Current Collaborative Practice Agreement.
• BCLS certification.
• Clinical expertise in GI or a strong interest in developing it.
• 3–5 years of hands-on nursing experience.
• Leadership ability and capacity to thrive in a team.

Nice To Haves

• 3–5 years of gastroenterology-specific experience.
• Advanced education in GI diseases, treatments, and patient management.
• Experience in endoscopy, colonoscopy, or other GI procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients with gastrointestinal dysfunction and disease across inpatient and/or outpatient settings.
• Collaborate with physicians and specialists to develop and carry out treatment plans.
• Perform patient assessments, order diagnostic tests, and initiate evidence-based interventions.
• Assist with or perform specified diagnostic and interventional GI procedures under supervision.
• Provide education and support to patients and families.
• Help improve the standard of GI care in the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time