Gastroenterology Physician Assistant

Advanced Practice Provider (APP)

Are you looking to join a remarkable team where quality care meets quality service, in every dimension, every time? Novant Health Medical Group is looking for a conscientious, compassionate, and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our local, growing Gastroenterology practice of 9 physicians and 11 APPs in Wilmington, NC. This position would provide clinical care for our patients in both the ambulatory and acute settings. We are looking for a candidate who has interest in helping drive and manage the care for patients with complex gastrointestinal needs. The ideal candidate is patient-centric, flexible, adaptable, dependable, and respectful of all team members. Gastroenterology experience preferred. One year of APP experience preferred. No call required.

Our expert gastroenterologists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants work collaboratively to provide remarkable care to our operative and non-operative patients. The selected APP will be responsible for performing a variety of functions under the supervision of our physicians. These functions, though not all-inclusive, include seeing patients in the clinic setting and rounding at our acute facilities.

New Hanover County is an excellent place to live and work. Enjoy beautiful beaches, attractive communities, golf, water sports, fine dining, shopping, universities, and schools. The Brunswick County beaches and Myrtle Beach communities are easily accessible and mere minutes away.

Job Description

• Deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.
• Be part of an environment that fosters teamwork, team member engagement, and community involvement.
• Commit to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
• Foster a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm."

Requirements

• Education: Master's Degree required. Either a graduate of an NCCPA accredited physician assistant program or NP or post Master's NP program required.
• Experience: One year of experience in Gastroenterology preferred.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current PA or NP license in appropriate state required. NCCPA or registry with state nursing board, ACLS, DEA registry required.
• Additional Skills Required: Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing; thorough knowledge of diagnosis and pharmacology; thorough skill in physical assessment and management of chronic illness; communication skills, both verbal and written; general computer knowledge is preferred; ability to work independently, yet in collaboration when necessary; ability to use problem-solving, decision-making, creative and communication skills; dedicated to patient rehabilitation and self-care.

Benefits

• NH Medical Group employed
• Medical and retirement benefits
• CME allowance
• System-wide EHR-Epic
• Malpractice coverage
• Work-life balance

Community Overview

New Hanover County is an excellent place to live and work. Enjoy beautiful beaches, attractive communities, golf, water sports, fine dining, shopping, universities, and schools. The Brunswick County beaches and Myrtle Beach communities are easily accessible and mere minutes away.