Advanced Practice Provider - Gastroenterology

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Job Description Summary

Full-Time Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)

VHC Health – Arlington, Virginia | Full-Time | Main Hospital Campus

Join a growing Gastroenterology practice as a Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant), providing high-quality, patient-centered care across a comprehensive digestive health service line. This outpatient role offers the opportunity to evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage patients with a variety of gastrointestinal conditions while collaborating closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinical support staff. The ideal candidate is committed to delivering exceptional patient care, promoting digestive health education, and contributing to a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on achieving outstanding patient outcomes. 

Why VHC Health

VHC Health is a nationally recognized, independent health system known for clinical excellence, innovation, physician engagement, and exceptional patient outcomes.

Highlights include:

• Ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the Washington, DC metropolitan region by U.S. News & World Report.
• Multiple “A” Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group.
• CMS 5-Star Overall Hospital Quality Rating.
• Magnet® designation for nursing excellence.
• Accredited with Commendation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC).
• Independent health system with strong physician leadership and administrative support.
• Modern ambulatory and inpatient oncology infrastructure with continued investment in cancer services.
• Located in Arlington, Virginia, consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States with immediate access to Washington, DC.
• At VHC Health, provider leaders have the opportunity to meaningfully influence strategy, operations, quality, and growth while practicing in a collaborative and highly respected clinical environment. 

Position Overview

The Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) is responsible for delivering advanced clinical care to patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal disorders in an outpatient setting. Working under the supervision of the Gastroenterology Medical Director and collaborating with physician and APP colleagues, the APP will provide comprehensive patient assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, coordinate ongoing care, and support preventive and therapeutic interventions. This role offers a dynamic practice environment with opportunities to expand clinical expertise in digestive health while working alongside a highly skilled team.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients across our Gastroenterology service line, with a focus on outpatient visits.
• Collaborate with Supervising Physician, GI Medical Director, and APP colleagues to create individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses and ongoing digestive health management.
• Work alongside a high-performing team of Medical Assistants. 

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) by the Virginia Department of Health Professions.
• Gastroenterology or Internal Medicine outpatient experience strongly preferred.
• Training and familiarity in the use of EPIC (EMR) preferred. 

Position Highlights

• Opportunity to care for a diverse patient population across the Gastroenterology service line.
• Collaborative and supportive environment alongside experienced Gastroenterologists and Advanced Practice Providers.
• Strong clinical support from a dedicated team of highly skilled Medical Assistants.
• Opportunity to expand expertise in digestive health and gastroenterology-focused care.
• Utilization of Epic electronic medical record system.
• Patient-centered culture focused on quality, compassion, and exceptional clinical outcomes.
• Growing practice with opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth.
• Collegial team atmosphere where collaboration, communication, and respect are core values. 

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits.
• Generous paid time off and CME allowance for full-time and permanent part-time positions.
• Retirement plan options.
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

A Nurse Practitioner (NP) employed by VHC Health Physicians (“Physician Group”) is required to complete a NP Agreement with their Collaborating Physician(s). This NP Agreement will describe the NP’s role and function, NP/Physician Relationship, Functions of the NP, Privileges/Procedures, Prescriptive Authority, Documentation Responsibilities and Evaluation process.Overall, the NP will support objectives, budget, performance metrics and medical activities at an Individual level including implementation of quality control standards, risk management and compliance programs.

Education:

Master's in Nursing Required

Experience:

Two Years Nurse Practitioner Preferred

Certification/Licensure:

Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) by the Virginia Department of Health Professions Required

Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions Required

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

• Washington Commanders selected VHC Health as its women’s health partner because of the health system’s continued commitment to advancing women’s health, reducing the stigma of mental health, and creating greater access to care in the Washington, DC metro region.

• Received a top ranking in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals for the fourth year in a row. Ranking over 2,800 hospitals in 28 countries, this study asked 85,000 medical experts across the world to participate in an online survey covering topics such as recommendation of hospital, satisfaction of patient care, quality of care for specific treatments, among other factors.

• Recognized by the Women’s Choice Award for Best Hospital in eight categories: bariatric surgery, obstetrics, heart care, minimally invasive surgery, orthopedics, cancer care, comprehensive breast care, women’s services, mammogram and patient experience. This award is graded based on the best publicly available information, patient surveys and accreditation information, and the Women’s Choice Award delivers a simplified, objective ranking to each category.

• Named a 2023 Best Cancer Hospital by Newsweek. One of 175 hospitals and just three in the Washington, DC metro region to be included in the rankings.

• Named best hospital for billing ethics by Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group. This is the first-ever Leapfrog Best Hospitals ranking to help patients make educated decisions about which institutions are best for the money.

OUR COMMUNITY

• Living in Northern Virginia, one of the best places to live near D.C., you can have it all: a lucrative job at a forward-thinking company – plus access to the country’s greatest historical sites, a bustling café culture, active nightlife and concert going, a thriving wine region, seven professional sports teams, and a mild four-season climate with year-round kayaking, biking, and hiking. We offer some of the best public and private schools in the nation and access to 60 colleges and universities. In fact, we are the most educated region in the country. Here, there are no compromises. NOVA is one of the best places to live and work in the country.

• Arlington is home to the Pentagon, and the Arlington National Cemetery.

• Home to more than 100 U.S. and global corporate headquarters, including the 6th highest number of Fortune 500 companies.

• Northern Virginia is one of the fastest growing and most diverse communities in the United States

• Fairfax County has many of the highest ranking schools in the nation according to U.S. News and World Reports.

• Arlington County also offers outstanding schools - about 94 percent of all graduating high school seniors in Arlington go on to attend college.

• Two major airports with direct flights to 109 domestic and 60 international destinations.

• Northern Virginia has many recreational and community amenities including: over 89 miles of biking/jogging trails, 167 public parks, approximately 14 community centers, 7 live stage theaters, 8 libraries, and 652 restaurants.

• Minutes to the Kennedy Center, Smithsonian Museums, Tyson’s Corner, and Wolftrap National Park for the Performing Arts

• Whether you choose to live in Arlington County, Fairfax County, City of Alexandria or in any of the other great areas in the DC area, you will have little problem in finding a location that is right for you.

We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining us in a highly collegial environment where the patient is at the center of what we do.

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