Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Gastroenterology team in Longview, TX. This position offers a balanced mix of outpatient clinic responsibilities and inpatient coverage, providing the opportunity to manage a diverse GI patient population. The role is primarily clinic-based, with a rotating inpatient week approximately every 4th week, where the APP will support consults and rounding as an extension of the physician team.
Key Responsibilities
Outpatient Clinic Responsibilities:
- Manage a panel of gastroenterology patients, including chronic GI and liver disease
- Provide follow-up care for patients requiring ongoing monitoring, including those needing routine labs and medication management
- Conduct patient visits with typical 25-30 minute appointment slots
- Develop and manage treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
- Order and interpret labs, imaging, and diagnostic studies
- Provide patient education on disease management and treatment plans
Inpatient Responsibilities:
- Participate in inpatient rotation approximately every 4th week
- Perform inpatient rounding and manage provider consults
- Act as an extension of the on-call physician, carrying out delegated tasks
- Enter orders, assist with consults, and coordinate inpatient care
- Work daytime hours (approximately 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) during inpatient rotation
Qualifications
- Current Texas license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA)
- Previous experience in gastroenterology, internal medicine, or a related specialty preferred
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage both outpatient and inpatient responsibilities
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Schedule & Compensation
- Clinic Schedule: Monday-Friday, approximately 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Inpatient Rotation: Approximately every 4th week, daytime hours (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, malpractice coverage, PTO, CME allowance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
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