Job Description

Atlantic Health System is Seeking an Advanced Practice Professional (NP or PA) for Gastroenterology (IBD) in Summit, New Jersey

Atlantic Health System, one of New Jersey's largest non-profit healthcare systems, is seeking an Advanced Practice Professional (NP or PA) to join Atlantic Medical Group GI at Summit located on the Overlook Medical Center campus. The Atlantic Medical Group Gastroenterology program is growing and is expanding the IBD Program. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in GI, or another subspecialty, with an interest in IBD. This position offers a great work/life balance with a Monday-Friday schedule and no weekends or call. This position entails both inpatient and outpatient responsibilities at Overlook Medical Center.

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

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

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

Atlantic Medical Group is a physician-led and physician-governed organization that delivers the highest quality health care, at the right place, the right price, and the right time. We are a multispecialty physician group with more than 1,000 doctors, nurse practitioners and physician assistants at over 300 locations throughout northern and central New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care recognizing the unique needs of all those we serve. Our vision is to achieve the best outcomes with our patients at the center of the physician-led team, driven by service, innovation and continuous learning.

Our integrated network offers seamless access to Atlantic Health's entire health care continuum and our nationally and regionally ranked hospitals. In collaboration with Atlantic Health, several of our practices offer urgent care and walk-in services.

In addition to primary care physicians, the team includes specialists that care for patients in all aspects of their health from pediatrics to geriatrics and everything in between. We make health decisions easier for patients with enhanced access to referrals.

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.