What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner at Gastroenterology position at AIMS LOCUM TENENS LLC?
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Job Overview:
AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a qualified Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive patient care services at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. The Nurse Practitioner will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with gastrointestinal conditions, manage chronic illnesses, and collaborate with physicians to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. This role includes patient education, diagnostic interpretation, and participation in GI-specific training and clinical programs.
General Duties:
- Provide care within the scope of clinical privileges granted by the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF).
- Perform duties in accordance with contract requirements and DHA standards.
- Maintain productivity and quality standards comparable to government providers.
- Manage both routine and complex GI patient cases.
Specific Duties:
- Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including history, physical exams, and diagnostic assessments.
- Diagnose and treat gastrointestinal diseases, disorders, and injuries.
- Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and diagnostic procedures.
- Prescribe medications and manage treatment plans in accordance with approved protocols.
- Provide follow-up care for chronic GI conditions and post-procedure patients.
- Conduct consultations based on referrals from Primary Care Managers.
- Collaborate with GI physicians and interdisciplinary teams for patient management.
- Provide patient education on treatment plans, medications, diet, and preventive care.
- Document all patient interactions, treatments, and outcomes in electronic medical records (e.g., MHS GENESIS).
- Provide telephone consultations and document appropriately.
- Perform preliminary interpretation of radiographic studies.
- Recognize abnormal findings and escalate care when necessary.
- Initiate referrals to specialists as needed.
- Participate in emergency response and provide life-saving interventions when required (e.g., CPR, airway management).
- Attend GI-specific training, OJT sessions, and annual professional conferences.
- Support training and orientation of new staff members.
- Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and regulatory standards.
Qualifications:
- Degree: Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing (Nurse Practitioner program).
- Education: Must meet DHA requirements for Nurse Practitioner.
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Certification:
- Board Certified Nurse Practitioner (e.g., AANP, ANCC)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required
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Experience:
- Strong clinical experience in patient care and disease management
- Knowledge of pharmacology, diagnostic procedures, and GI-related conditions
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Licensure:
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in a U.S. state or territory
- Board Certification: Required and must remain current.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong clinical decision-making and diagnostic skills.
- Knowledge of gastrointestinal diseases and treatment protocols.
- Proficiency in pharmacology, including medication management and dosage calculations.
- Ability to interpret diagnostic tests and radiographic findings.
- Excellent communication skills for patient education and team collaboration.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR/EHR systems).
- Ability to manage both routine and complex patient cases independently.
- Strong documentation and organizational skills.
Schedule:
- Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
- Schedule may vary based on clinic needs.
Work Environment:
- Clinical setting within a Military Treatment Facility (MTF).
- Gastroenterology specialty clinic.
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare team environment.
Immunization Requirement:
Must meet all Department of Defense and facility-specific immunization requirements.
Security Requirement:
Must be eligible to work on a federal installation and pass background/security clearance.
Salary : $65 - $75