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Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Gastroenterology
Organization: DDNC (Digestive Disease & Nutrition Center) Location: Burton, MI Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Reports To: Lead Physician / Medical Director
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented, and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our growing team at DDNC. In this role, you will work collaboratively with our board-certified gastroenterologists to provide high-quality, comprehensive care to patients experiencing a wide range of gastrointestinal and hepatic disorders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in GI health, internal medicine, or acute care, and a passion for patient education and evidence-based practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Assessment & Diagnosis: Conduct comprehensive physical examinations, review detailed medical histories, and evaluate new and established patients presenting with GI symptoms (e.g., reflux, abdominal pain, altered bowel habits).
- Care Management: Diagnose and manage acute and chronic gastrointestinal conditions, including GERD, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Celiac disease, and liver diseases.
- Diagnostic Interpretation: Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory panels, imaging studies, and biopsy results from endoscopic procedures.
- Treatment Planning: Prescribe appropriate medications, nutritional therapies, and lifestyle modifications in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Procedural Support: Provide pre-procedure clearances and post-procedure follow-up care for patients undergoing colonoscopies, upper endoscopies (EGD), and other GI procedures.
- Patient Education: Counsel patients and their families on disease management, dietary modifications, medication adherence, and preventative screening guidelines.
- Documentation: Maintain timely, accurate, and thorough documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Collaboration: Consult seamlessly with supervising physicians, dietitians, nurses, and administrative staff to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Master’s (MSN) or Doctorate (DNP) degree from an accredited nursing program.
- Licensure: Current and unencumbered state license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) / Nurse Practitioner.
- Certification: National certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP/AGACNP).Preffered
- Prescriptive Authority: Active DEA registration and state prescriptive authority.
- Life Support: Current BLS/CPR certification (ACLS preferred).
- Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience as an NP. Prior experience in gastroenterology, hepatology, or internal medicine is strongly preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong critical thinking and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Empathy, cultural competence, and a strong bedside manner.
- Proficiency in navigating modern EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, eClinicalWorks).
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced outpatient clinic environment.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Primarily an outpatient clinic setting (standard business hours).
- Must be able to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
- No on-call required / [Adjust to your clinic's on-call policy: e.g., "Light rotational weekend call required"].
Benefits package (Example)
- Base salary with productivity bonus structure.
- Comprehensive medical insurance reimbursment.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and paid days off for conferences.
- Malpractice insurance coverage.
Join us to be part of a vibrant healthcare environment where your expertise directly impacts lives! We are committed to fostering professional growth through ongoing education opportunities while supporting your work-life balance through comprehensive benefits designed for your well-being.
Pay: $90,745.44 - $133,370.86 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $90,745 - $133,371