NP - Gastroenterology Job in Shreveport, Louisiana
NP, Nurse Practitioner/PA, Physician Assistant - GI
Company:CHRISTUS Health
Professions/Specialties:NP - Gastroenterology,PA - Gastroenterology,General Physician Assistant,General Nurse Practitioner
Location:Shreveport, Louisiana, United States
Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent
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Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Inpatient Gastroenterology team in Shreveport, LA. This position works collaboratively with gastroenterologists and hospitalists to provide high-quality care for hospitalized patients with a variety of gastrointestinal conditions.
The APP will play an important role in supporting the inpatient GI service, particularly while physicians are performing procedures, by assisting with patient rounding, follow-up visits, and ongoing management of GI patients.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform inpatient rounding and follow-up visits for GI patients
- Evaluate and manage hospitalized patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal conditions
- Support the GI service while physicians are performing procedures
- Work closely with gastroenterologists, hospitalists, nursing staff, and other members of the care team
- Order and interpret laboratory studies, imaging, and other diagnostic testing
- Assist with treatment planning and ongoing patient management
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR
Qualifications
- Current Louisiana license or eligibility for licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA)
- Previous Gastroenterology experience preferred
- Previous inpatient or hospital-based experience preferred
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to work collaboratively in a hospital environment
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Schedule & Compensation
- Monday–Friday
- 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Full-time, inpatient position
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, malpractice coverage, PTO, CME allowance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
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About CHRISTUS Health
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.
EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST
We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.