OP Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant for GI Cancer Unit

About the Role

The APP-Ambulatory (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) functions as an integral part of the healthcare team. Serves various roles, including working directly alongside faculty and staff, providing care to the entire spectrum of patient acuity levels, working semi-autonomously, and serving as a provider to initiate appropriate care, including laboratory studies and/or imaging as indicated, at the front end of a patient's visit. The APP-Ambulatory works in the ambulatory/clinic setting only.

Responsibilities

• Work directly alongside faculty and staff in an ambulatory/clinic setting.
• Provide care across the entire spectrum of patient acuity levels.
• Work semi-autonomously to initiate appropriate care, including laboratory studies and/or imaging.

Requirements

For Nurse Practitioners:

• Master's Degree in Nursing.
• Certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body.
• Currently licensed in the state of Georgia and/or South Carolina as an advanced practice nurse by the State's Board of Nursing.
• Advanced Certification in the specialized area if required.
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Must be fully credentialed by AUHS Credentialing Office to work.

For Physician Assistants:

• Graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Certified as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Currently licensed in the state of Georgia and/or South Carolina to practice medicine through the State's Composite Medical Board.
• Must maintain status as a certified PA, including completion of all requirements for continuing medical education and re-certification.
• Advanced Certification in the specialized area if required.
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Must be fully credentialed by AUHS Credentialing Office to work.

Preferred Qualifications

• National specialty certification applicable to the area of practice.
• Previous experience working in a hospital or urgent care setting.

About Us

At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry and in people's lives. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.