Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Advanced Therapeutics GI IBD - Remote

Overview

The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant at UMass Memorial Health plays a crucial role in providing exceptional patient care, conducting health assessments, and collaborating with physicians to formulate and manage patient care plans.

In Short

• Provides diagnostic and assessment services.
• Analyzes data to determine health status and diagnoses.
• Partners with physicians to formulate care plans.
• Manages therapeutic regimes for patients with acute illnesses.
• Documents patient care outcomes and communicates with physicians.
• Prescribes medications and provides patient education.
• Assists with procedures in the operating room and endoscopic procedures.
• Participates in department-driven practices including on-call scheduling.
• Maintains professional growth through educational programs.
• Complies with health and safety regulations.

Requirements

• Masters or doctoral degree in nursing.
• Graduate of an approved Nurse Practitioner program with certification.
• Current Massachusetts license.
• 3-5 years of experience preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare teams.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.
• Knowledge of clinical protocols and patient management.
• Commitment to professional development and quality improvement.
• Respect for diverse views and approaches.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a leading health system.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Comprehensive patient care experience.
• Participation in quality improvement initiatives.
• Supportive team culture focused on respect and care.
• Access to educational programs and workshops.
• Engagement in community health initiatives.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.