Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - CVPH
UVM Health - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital · Plattsburgh, NY · 6 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
The CVPH Gastroenterology team is seeking a passionate Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide high-quality care to adult patients in Plattsburgh, New York.
Responsibilities
- Manage an outpatient panel of GI patients
- Perform inpatient rounding and consultations with physician support
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat GI conditions; order and interpret tests
- Collaborate with physicians, APP colleagues, nursing, and support teams
- Coordinate discharges, follow-up plans, and patient education
Requirements
- Licensed NP or PA in New York State (or eligibility to obtain)
- Eligible for DEA registration in NY
- Strong communication skills and patient-centered approach
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Preferred
- Gastroenterology or acute care experience
Schedule
- 36 hours of patient-facing time
- 4 hours of non-patient facing time
- 8-hour days, 5 days per week
- Inpatient coverage of one week every third week, with remaining time spent in clinic
Why Plattsburgh?
- Year-round outdoor recreation — hiking, skiing, boating & more
- Quick access to Montreal (70 mins), Burlington, VT, and Lake Placid
- Affordable living and excellent local schools and colleges
- A welcoming, vibrant community with small-town charm