Atlantic Health System is Seeking an Advance Practice Clinician to Support Gastroenterology in Summit, NJ

Atlantic Health System, one of New Jersey's largest non-profit healthcare systems, is seeking a Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Clinician (NP or PA) to join a growing GI practice in Summit, NJ, affiliated with Overlook Medical Center. The outpatient practice is brand-new and features primary care, as well as other subspecialities for patient convenience and clinician support.

Summit, NJ, located just 20 miles west of New York City, features a bustling downtown brimming with diverse dining and shopping options, excellent schools, and convenient mass transit access, making it an ideal blend of suburban tranquility and urban connectivity.

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

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

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner from an accredited program

• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey

• ACLS and BLS certification required

• 3-5 years of Gastroenterology experience preferred

• Medical Sub-Specialty experience preferred

• Must have excellent communication and computer skills

• Strong work ethic and a team player who can work independently