Responsibilities

• Treat digestive diseases through comprehensive history taking, physical exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests.
• Obtain medical histories and conduct physical examinations.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the patients’ medical records.
• Document symptom assessment; communicate with collaborating physician(s).
• Initiate requests for commonly performed laboratory studies and diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications for acute and chronic illnesses to the extent authorized by state regulations.
• Counsel and educate patients on health behaviors, self-care skills, and treatment options.

Qualifications

• Active APRN, NP license in Illinois/Iowa (or willingness to obtain)
• Active DEA License
• Experience in gastroenterology is beneficial, but not required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off
• CME (5 Days, $2000)
• Malpractice Covered