Job Description

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Gastroenterology)

**Gastroenterology experience strongly preferred**

About the Position:

Provides medical services for a broad range of patients, which can include geriatric, adults, adolescents and infants depending on specialty. Scope of care is defined by the medical or surgical specialty which employs the APP. A collaborating physician (M.D. or D.O.) provides direction and regular review of the medical services provided by the APP as set forth in the Practice Description and approved by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners. Services will be reviewed and approved by the Medical Director through periodic chart review.

About the Team:

• Join a growing practice with experienced providers
• Thrive in a congenial, collaborative and team-centric dynamic
• Enjoy a positive, supportive environment with excellent rapport with clinic staff
• Benefit from an established patient base from day one

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides professional service to patients in the assigned practice and demonstrates regard for the dignity of all patients, guests and associates
• Performs and documents assessments and data collection in an ongoing, timely, accurate, concise and systematic manner while accommodating unexpected changes in patient status
• Delegates and coordinates tasks and duties of the healthcare team.
• Renders all services promptly and diligently in accordance with professional and ethical standards of the medical community and scope of practice in which the provider practices.
• Uses effective communication skills taking into consideration body language, filters, listening, paraphrasing, and questions with customers of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate from a Physician Assistant training program or completion of recognized Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current Oregon Board of Medical Examiners, unlimited Physician Assistant License or Licensed to practice medicine as a Nurse Practitioner by the State of Oregon/Oregon State Board of Nursing.
• Fulfills requirements of hospital medical staff credentialing process.
• Maintains active staff membership in good standing with the medical staff of the hospital with all privileges and responsibilities accorded such membership.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS

Our Competitive Benefit Offerings

• Free and plentiful parking, as well as located one block from MAX station
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plan options for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off program for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• CME Reimbursement and time off provided
• Award-winning Wellness Program and employer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary benefit offerings and discounts at select retail and fitness centers
• Life insurance and basic disability fully employer paid

About Hillsboro:

• Highly desirable suburb only 21 miles from Portland's top-tier amenities: a vibrant food scene, world-class shops & restaurants, professional sports, an international airport and a renowned arts and culture scene
• Received Exceptional Livability Score from Area Vibes, with A+ grades for Amenities, Commute, Employment, Housing and Health & Safety
• Named Most Diverse Suburb in Oregon and a Best Suburb for Young Professionals in Oregon (Niche)
• Outdoor enthusiasts will thrive in Oregon, with endless opportunities for hiking, biking, skiing and exploring the state's breathtaking landscapes - the rugged, dramatic coast, densely forested Coast Range, the picturesque Columbia River Gorge and majestic Mt. Hood

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Additional Posting Information

Hillsboro Medical Center believes in providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. Recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, working conditions, training, and compensation will be based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, creed, national origin, marital status, family relationship, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We further commit ourselves to continuing the practical application of this policy in our daily business conduct.