Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Job Description & Requirements
Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant(NP)
StartDate: 9/16/2026 Pay Rate: $125000.00 - $125000.00

The Division of Gastroenterology & Nutrition in the Department of Medicine, Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine at UT Health San Antonio has full-time openings for an APRN faculty. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to patient-centered care and innovative, team-based practice.

The selected candidate will provide outpatient clinical care at the UT Health San Antonio Gateway Clinic, supporting both Hepatology and General Gastroenterology patient populations. This role ensures continuity of care across a broad spectrum of digestive health conditions while working collaboratively with subspecialty physicians.

Clinical responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Management of complex hepatology conditions, including chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, viral hepatitis, and metabolic liver disease.

Management of general gastroenterology conditions, including GERD, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), functional GI disorders, and colorectal cancer screening and surveillance.

Performing comprehensive physical examinations and obtaining detailed medical histories.

Ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic imaging studies.

Developing and implementing treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.

Assisting in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as appropriate.

Coordinating care services including vaccinations, infusions, diagnostic testing, and specialty referrals.

Providing patient education and counseling on disease management and preventive care.

Supporting care transitions and longitudinal disease management.

This position also offers opportunities for clinical teaching and involvement in program development, with a focus on improving patient access, care coordination, and standardization across hepatology and gastroenterology services.

The appointment will be at the level of Specialist, commensurate with the candidate's experience and career trajectory. UT Health San Antonio offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a generous retirement plan.

Position Qualifications:

Candidate will preferably have at least one to three years of prior experience in acute and chronic disease direct patient care management. Applicants should be prepared to manage a wide range of complex problems presenting in an outpatient setting. Texas licensure and board certification as an acute care nurse practitioner is required.

Please include in your submission:

Letter of Intent outlining interest and experience

Current curriculum vitae or resume

Board Certification

License Information

If interested, please apply at UT Health Careers website at reference number 26000127. Applicants should upload an updated curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three references to apply for this position.?

UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.

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About the Company
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Compensation Information:
$125000.00 / Annually - $125000.00 / Annually