Gastroenterology Physician Assistant

Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Dignity Health Medical Group - Stockton is looking for a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our group in Stockton, CA.

Job Description

• Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Provide clear and concise medical information.
• Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
• Perform procedures as needed.
• Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.
• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
• Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.
• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.
• Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.
• Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.

Requirements

• Previous, post-training GI experience.
• A valid and unrestricted license to practice in the State of California.
• Nationally recognized certification (as determined by Medicare).
• Completion of state-mandated educational courses.

Compensation Package

• Competitive salary, generous time off.
• Compensation range: $130,500 - $145,000 per year.
• Paid medical benefits, annual CME stipend, malpractice, 401K, pension, and more.

Community Overview

Tree-shaded streets, beautiful parks, sports, challenging golf courses, after-school playgrounds, and arts await you and your family in California's Central Valley. Stockton is one of California's fastest-growing communities, with a dynamic, multi-ethnic and multi-cultural population of nearly 370,000. It is 83 miles east of San Francisco and 45 miles south of Sacramento. Stockton offers outstanding recreational opportunities, including a professional baseball team, an Olympic-size ice rink, beautiful parks, bicycle paths, and the Delta, which provides thousands of miles of waterways for water skiing, sailing, and other water activities. Opportunities abound to enjoy music, theater, dance, literary events, and local opera and symphony groups. Stockton is home to several well-known institutions of higher learning, including the University of the Pacific and California State University Stanislaus-Stockton.