Gastroenterology Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant Specialty Care

The Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, within the School of Medicine is pleased to announce an opening for a Physician Assistant Specialty Care to join their expanding team. This position will provide medical care at the Digestive Health Clinics, with a focus on patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

The Department of Medicine's mission is to provide the best care to patients; create an excellent educational experience for students, residents, and fellows; and advance the understanding of human illness and disease through creative and collaborative research.

The Department offers outstanding facilities and a dedicated team of physicians, scientists, nurses, and staff members committed to advancement in terms of scientific achievement, clinical service, and medical education in 10 core divisions.

Job Description

• Independently provide professional medical support for Gastroenterology patient care.
• Collaborate with physicians and hospital staff to promote team-based patient care.
• Coordinate care for patients with IBD.
• Assist with screening patient conditions and needs.
• Educate patients on health maintenance and disease prevention.
• Act as a resource for patients, families, nursing staff, and other health care professionals in area of expertise.
• Set treatment plans and prescribe appropriate actions to meet the plans within the established protocols, such as:
  • Ensure adherence to immunosuppressive medication.
  • Improve follow-up on adjusting therapy ordered by IBD providers.
  • Allow better monitoring of drug levels and health maintenance specifically related to immunosuppressed IBD patients.
  • Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plan accordingly, in line with IBD provider recommendations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Physician Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in caring for Gastroenterology patients.

Anticipated Hiring Range

• Salary Range: $108,971.20 - $177,590.40 annually
• Grade: PAT - 014
• University Title: Physician Assistant Specialty Care III

Benefits

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website.