Advanced Practice Provider - Gastroenterology

Advanced Practice Provider - Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology Outpatient Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)

 

 

We are seeking a dedicated, experienced Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our expanding Gastroenterology team. This position is primarily outpatient, offering variety and opportunities to broaden your expertise in digestive health. The APP will work collaboratively with physicians and a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. 

 

 

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, physician leaders have the opportunity to meaningfully influence strategy, operations, quality, and growth while practicing in a collaborative and highly respected clinical environment.

 

 

· 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

 

 

· Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program

· Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions Required

· Gastroenterology or Internal Medicine outpatient experience strongly preferred

· Training and familiarity in the use of EPIC (EMR) preferred

 

 

· 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.

 

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.

Master's in Nursing Required

Two Years Nurse Practitioner Preferred

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

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities. In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families. VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions. The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.