Nurse Practitioner

Valley Health Systems

• $95K — $115K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of a formal nurse practitioner's program
  • Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Massachusetts
  • Three years experience as a Nurse Practitioner
  • Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
  • Ability to manage comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans

Responsibilities

  • Conduct pre-operative histories and physical exams
  • Communicate assessment results with surgical physicians
  • Educate patients on procedures and recovery
  • Perform treatments and procedures within practice scope
  • Prescribe medications in line with regulations
  • Screen and counsel patients on preventive care
  • Document patient care accurately for compliance
  • Manage patient scheduling for efficiency
  • Coordinate with supervising gastroenterologist
  • Engage in medical center committees and continuing education

Benefits

  • Low-cost health insurance with no deductibles using HMC services
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Free disability and life insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Up to $8,000 in tuition reimbursement
  • Onsite pharmacy access
  • Relaxation room and fitness center
  • Voluntary benefits like LegalShield and pet insurance
  • Free onsite parking
Full Job Description
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.

Our Gastroenterology Practice is seeking a Nurse Practitioner 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

Licenses/Registrations: Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Mass

Experience: Three years as a professional Nurse Practitioner

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

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