Gastroenterology Physician Assistant

United Digestive is a large, well-established organization with 130 physicians, 85 Mid-level Providers, and 19 endoscopy centers in the southeast. We seek candidates with a record of academic achievement and excellent consultative and diagnostic skills. Gastroenterology experience is preferred, but not required. To learn more about the practice, please visit our website at GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Responsible for providing medical assistance to patients in hospital, and receives training and direction from practice physicians. PRIMARY LOCATION: Float for Piedmont & Emory Hospitals Piedmont: Atlanta and Henry Emory: Midtown, Johns Creek, Dekalb, and St. Joseph RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties include but are not limited to

• Completing inpatient hospital coverage and rounds at the hospital
• Accurately providing and counseling patients with information for medical treatment or procedures
• Dictating for hospital consults performed
• Answering emails and voicemails and returning patient calls in a timely and efficient manner
• Abiding by and promoting HIPAA compliance; maintaining strictest confidentiality with regards to patient information

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE
Master of Medical Science, Physician Assistant or Master of Science in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner required, adult or acute care Nurse Practitioner. GI experience preferred, however, new graduates are welcome to apply. Must be computer literate and able to operate Practice Management software and multiple Microsoft Office applications. ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
APP must be able to:

• Provide a high level of quality patient care and customer service at all times
• Work under pressure; assess, respond to, and communicate issues in a timely manner
• Maintain composure and set a professional example to patients and coworkers
• Communicate clearly with patients and coworkers through the telephone, email, and in person
• Interpret and apply clinical and non-clinical policies and procedures

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment; travel as business needs dictate.