Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology
About The Position
Work with gastroenterology physicians and primary care providers to manage the colorectal screening clinic and conduct follow-up office visits as needed. The role includes obtaining relevant patient histories, performing examinations, ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory tests, and prescribing appropriate medications and treatments. The position offers a four-day work week with 36 hours of direct patient care and four hours of protected administrative time. Providers may see up to 18 patients per day and practice autonomously with strong physician and interdisciplinary support, focusing on preventive care and colorectal cancer screening. Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system with nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multispecialty medical group. The organization describes its commitment to safe, high-quality care and provides clinicians with technology and digital platforms, innovative care models, workplace safety resources, and a clinician well-being and professional-growth retreat program.
Requirements
- For Nurse Practitioner candidates: Master's degree in Nursing.
- For Nurse Practitioner candidates: New Mexico Nurse Practitioner license.
- For Nurse Practitioner candidates: Federal and state DEA licenses.
- For Nurse Practitioner candidates: ANCC or AANP certification.
- For Physician Assistant candidates: Baccalaureate-prepared CAHEA Certified Physician Assistant, or two years of experience working as a Certified Physician Assistant.
- For Physician Assistant candidates: Licensed by the New Mexico Board of Medical Examiners.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience is preferred for either candidate type, but is not required.
Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee the Colorectal Screening Clinic.
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients using evidence-based care.
- Prescribe medications, treatments, and non-pharmacologic therapies as appropriate.
- Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies, laboratory tests, and imaging.
- Provide patient and family education, counseling, and preventive health guidance.
- Collaborate with physicians, specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
- Serve as a patient advocate and healthcare resource for individuals and families.
- Participate in teaching, mentoring, and interdisciplinary consultation as needed.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support clinic operations and patient care excellence.
- Obtain pertinent histories and perform examinations.
- Manage follow-up office visits as needed.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program, including access to on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, and wellness challenges
- 403(b) retirement savings program with matching programs and employer contributions
- Strongline silent alarm badge for workplace safety
- RESET multi-day immersive retreat supporting clinician well-being, resilience, and professional growth
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Job Type
Part-time
