Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Note: The compensation range noted above represents the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range.

Valley Health Systems, Inc., the parent company of Holyoke Medical Center, provides a broad range of physician services in offices conveniently located throughout Western Massachusetts.

Holyoke Medical Center is an independent community hospital that has served the healthcare needs of the Pioneer Valley for over 125 years. We continue to grow and address the needs of our community through quality and patient-centered care.

Our Gastroenterology office is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to assist physicians with patients in an office setting.

Overview of responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct pre-operative histories and physical exams and document findings before surgery.
• Communicate pre-operative assessment results with physicians involved in surgical care.
• Educate patients on upcoming procedures, expected outcomes, and recovery processes.
• Perform authorized treatments and procedures within the credentialed scope of practice.
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with federal/state regulations and NP guidelines.
• Screen, evaluate, and counsel patients on preventive care, health maintenance, and community resources.
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation for patient care, billing, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in managing patient scheduling to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Communicate regularly with the supervising gastroenterologist regarding patient care and operational needs.
• Participate in medical center committees, in-service training, and continuing medical education (CME).
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives and apply findings to clinical practice.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of a formal nurse practitioner's program or Graduate of a Certified Physician Assistant Program

Licenses/Registrations: Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Mass or Current Massachusetts Physician Assistant License

Experience: Three years in a professional Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant role with experience in gastroenterology preferred.

Special Aptitudes & Activities: The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with patients and healthcare staff. They must be able to perform comprehensive and focused patient assessments, interpret diagnostic data, develop treatment plans, and exercise sound clinical judgment when consultation or referral is needed. The role also requires attention to detail, proficiency with computer systems and medical equipment, and the ability to provide high-quality care to adult and geriatric patients in a culturally diverse environment.

Our competitive salary package is adjusted to align with a candidate's relevant experience and skills. We also offer:

• Low cost health insurance with no deductibles when using HMC services
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free disability and life insurance
• 403(b) plan
• Up to $8000 in degree/tuition reimbursement
• In-House Pharmacy
• Relaxation Room and Fitness Center
• Other voluntary benefits, such as LegalShield, Pet Insurance
• Free onsite parking

Conducts pre-operative history and physicals,. Documents the results of the history and physical prior to scheduled surgery. Provides patient education to the pre-operative patient about their upcoming surgical procedure, anticipated outcome and recovery process. Performs treatments and procedures for the patient. Prescribes medications and appropriate therapies with consent of gastroenterologist. Evaluates, screens and counsels patients on health maintenance and promote utilization of community resource and participates in quality assurance programs.