Physician Assistant - Gastroenterology

<p>The Minneapolis VA Health Care System is a leading 1A VA facility consistently rated among the highest quality VA facilities in the country. A full spectrum of patient care services is offered by the Minneapolis VA including interventional radiology, radiation and surgical oncology, long term care and rehab, and a national renowned spinal cord injury clinic.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>The Minneapolis/St. Paul area is consistently voted one of the best places to live and work in the nation. Minnesota has a robust, diverse economy and a long-standing commitment to education. The Twin Cities has a thriving arts scene and excellent outdoor recreational opportunities as well as four beautiful seasons to enjoy them in. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 0800-1630 The GI Physician Assistant is responsible for management of outpatient Gastroenterology patients including diagnosis/management/treatment of GI and Hepatology patients in the clinic and by Clinical Video Telehealth (CVT). Additional responsibilities include telephone consultation, triage of consults, coordination of veteran care. The GI Physician Assistant works in close collaboration with Attending Gastroenterologist, Hepatologists, and support staff. Additional Duties: - Participate in the care of patients seen in various outpatient clinics, including but not limited to GI, Hepatology and CVT. - Coordination of veteran care related to GI and Hepatology conditions, surveillance, diagnosis, treatment, and Veteran education to maintain or improve health - Serve as consultant to nursing staff in initiating and implementing problem solving strategies for the patient with complex gastro problems. - Coordinates and participates in research designed specifically to improve quality of services provided by GI and Hepatology staff. - Coordinate and participate in the implementation of clinical practice guidelines used within the GI/Hepatology Section or across departmental, divisional, or section lines. - Serve as a resource to PCP for veteran management. - Support and enhance VAPHS philosophy and goals. - Work effectively with others to initiate and lead interdisciplinary groups, and establish relationships with professional and/or other health-related groups within the community. - Develop a professional practice by leadership and accomplishments in the development and implementation of best-practice guidelines in patient care and healthcare delivery.- Other responsibilities as assigned</p><h3>Requirements</h3>All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.<h3>Education</h3>Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.