GI Advanced Practice Provider

Job Summary

Vista Health is seeking a full-time GI Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our Gastroenterology team. This provider will deliver comprehensive patient care across inpatient and outpatient settings, performing assessments, managing GI conditions, coordinating care, and supporting patients through procedures and treatment plans.

Key Responsibilities

Provide full-time, 40-hour per week clinical coverage.

Conduct patient histories, physical exams, and comprehensive assessments.

Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests.

Diagnose and manage a wide range of GI conditions, including GERD, IBD, IBS, liver disease, and pancreatitis.

Develop, implement, and adjust treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.

Prescribe medications and therapies within state scope of practice regulations.

Assist with pre- and post-procedure evaluations for endoscopies, colonoscopies, and other GI procedures.

Provide education to patients and families regarding disease management, medications, diet, and lifestyle changes.

Collaboration & Coordination

Partner with supervising gastroenterologists to optimize patient outcomes.

Coordinate care with primary care providers, specialists, dieticians, and other care team members.

Participate in inpatient consults, hospital rounds, and outpatient clinic visits.

Support smooth transitions of care, including discharge planning and follow-up.

Essential Job Functions

Model organizational values through participation in the Community Cares Program and adherence to Standards of Behavior.

Maintain compliance with organizational, departmental, and regulatory policies and procedures.

Demonstrate continuous learning and professional development through education, training, and literature review.

Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and quality improvement initiatives.

Maintain competencies and required certifications on an annual basis.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

Activity Levels : May include sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, carrying, and pushing (weights up to 50 lbs frequently; occasional heavier loads with assistance).

Sensory Requirements : Must be able to see with corrective eyewear and hear clearly with or without assistance.

Other : May be exposed to infectious diseases, emergency situations, irregular hours, and may be required to wear protective equipment.

Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure : Daily.

Qualifications

Education

Master's degree from an accredited NP or PA program.

Experience

Prior gastroenterology or internal medicine experience preferred, but not required.

Licensure & Certification

Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA).

Certification by a recognized national body (AANP / ANCC for NP; NCCPA for PA).

Active state license to practice.

Current BLS and ACLS certifications.

Other Requirements

Ability to provide care across all patient age groups.

Travel to other Vista Health sites may be required.

On-call and call-in support required, including support at other Vista Health locations as needed.

Why Join Vista Health?

At Vista Health, we are committed to delivering high-quality patient care while supporting the professional growth of our providers. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with access to the latest resources and training.