Gastroenterology Physician Assistant

2 weeks ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States MNGI Full time
Position Overview: The role involves delivering specialized gastroenterology care to patients, assessing health issues, and implementing treatment plans in partnership with a pediatric gastroenterologist at MNGI.

Core Responsibilities: To succeed in this position, the individual must effectively execute the essential functions outlined below, with regular attendance being crucial. The responsibilities listed are indicative of the primary functions required; additional tasks may be assigned as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill these essential functions.

Key Duties:
  • Provide care in both clinic and hospital settings supported by MNGI
  • Conduct initial and follow-up consultations with patients in collaboration with a gastroenterologist
  • Gather patient history, perform physical examinations, and provide educational support as needed
  • Document patient interactions accurately and promptly to ensure continuity of care and proper billing
  • Prepare and submit comprehensive coding and billing for services rendered
  • Initiate and oversee treatments for both preventative and chronic gastrointestinal conditions
  • Authorize prescription medications and handle refill requests within 24 hours
  • Review and approve laboratory results within 72 hours
  • Utilize formularies and guidelines to assist patients in managing healthcare costs
  • Exhibit proficient use of electronic health records
  • Apply MNGI disease management protocols in clinical decision-making
  • Adhere to MNGI Provider Education requirements, including onboarding and annual training
  • Coordinate inpatient video capsule procedures and other interventions as per current guidelines
  • Participate in weekend hospital coverage on an as-needed basis
  • Engage professionally and compassionately with MNGI staff, physicians, and external stakeholders
  • Complete additional tasks as required to support organizational needs
Supervisory Duties: None

Qualifications: The qualifications listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Education and Experience: Candidates must possess one of the following degrees:
  • Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies
  • Master's degree in Nursing with Nurse Practitioner designation
Licenses/Certifications: A valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license is required, along with applicable state licensure for MN and WI.

Maintaining BLS certification is mandatory.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficient understanding of:
  • Medical and biological sciences
  • Gastroenterology
  • Emergency response protocols
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Medical terminology
Essential skills include:
  • Compassionate patient interaction
  • Active listening capabilities
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective organization and time management
Ability to:
  • Manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Collaborate effectively with supervising physicians
  • Communicate proficiently with all levels of staff and patients
  • Identify complex health issues and develop care plans
  • Work autonomously as well as part of a team
  • Type accurately and efficiently
Physical Demands: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While executing the duties of this role, the employee may be required to walk, sit, reach overhead, bend, and stand for extended periods. The employee is regularly required to communicate verbally and audibly. The role necessitates dexterity to operate a computer and other clinical equipment. Specific vision capabilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may need to lift and transport items weighing up to 50 pounds. Travel to various company locations may be necessary for staffing and training purposes.

Work Environment: The work environment described here is representative of the conditions an employee may encounter while performing this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In this position, the employee works in a clinical setting and may encounter hazardous materials or conditions, including exposure to blood or bodily fluids. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and training will be provided. Daily exposure to computer monitors is expected. The employee may be required to travel by vehicle and may face varying weather conditions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee must remain vigilant to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors.

This job description reflects management's assignment of key responsibilities; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

MNGI Digestive Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

MNGI Digestive Health adheres to all federal and state laws regarding the employment of individuals with disabilities and follows regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Furthermore, the company is dedicated to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against in application procedures, hiring, advancement, termination, compensation, training, or any other employment terms and conditions.

MNGI's Commitment to Care

We are dedicated to providing compassionate care through our core values of Compassion, Teamwork, and Integrity:
  • Compassion: Being empathetic and considerate of our patients' and caregivers' needs.
  • Teamwork: Holding ourselves accountable, supporting one another, and respecting diverse opinions.
  • Integrity: Demonstrating honesty, trustworthiness, and transparency in all interactions.

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