Advanced Practice Clinician, Gastroenterology, Summit & Morristown, NJ

Job Description

Atlantic Health System is Seeking an Advance Practice Clinician to Support Hepatology in Summit & Morristown, NJ

Atlantic Health System, one of New Jersey's largest non-profit healthcare systems, is seeking a Hepatology Advanced Practice Clinician (NP or PA) to join AMG GI at Summit & Morristown, NJ, affiliated with Overlook Medical Center. The NP will be expected to work at both Summit & Morristown practice sites, located at 33 Overlook Road, Suite 201, Summit, NJ and 435 South Street, Suite 230, Morristown, NJ. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday working 8am - 4pm/9am - 5pm, no call or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for patients, family members, and nursing personnel
• Support policy and services that advocate for patient rights and optimal environments of healthcare
• Develop plans of care and implementation of treatment
• Perform evidence-based interventions consistent with patient/family needs
• Evaluate effectiveness of interventions for resolution or preventing patient care problems
• Document appropriately in the medical record; discharge summaries for distribution to collaborating and referring physicians
• Manage and assist to meet health education needs of patient and families
• Initiate consultation and referrals to appropriate specialty providers when indicated
• Collaborate with other disciplines in consultation, teaching, management, and research activities to improve outcomes in nursing practice and enhance the healthcare environment
• Prioritize daily tasks and assignments
• Identify and recommend opportunities for improvement to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes
• Engage in critical analysis of own practice experience and the medical literature for the purposes of self and practice improvement
• Pursue and participate in formal and independent learning activities to enhance knowledge, clinical competency, and professional development

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner from an accredited program
• Minimum 2-5 years of Gastroenterology or Sub-Specialty experience preferred.
• Transplant experience preferred
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey
• ACLS and BLS certification required
• Must have excellent communication and computer skills
• Strong work ethic and a team player who can work independently

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive Malpractice Policy
• Non-Profit Health System - eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• Generous PTO, annual sick days, and paid holidays
• GME allowance and reimbursement for CDS/DEA, licensing, and boards
• Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees
• Outstanding growth & mentorship opportunities

Please apply to this position to learn more.