NP, Nurse Practitioner/PA, Physician Assistant - GI Job at Christus Health, Shreveport, LA

  • Christus Health
  • Shreveport, LA

Job Description

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

Job Tags

Full time, Monday to Friday

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