Physician Assistant / Gastroenterology / Missouri / Locum Tenens / Physician Assistant Specialty Car

Hiring DepartmentPlease read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.Department of Medicine - Gastroenterology & HepatologyJob DescriptionThis is a Dual Posting linked with Job ID 57606 Nurse Practitioner Specialty Care ? Gastroenterology and multiple candidates will be selected. The final titles will depend on the qualifications of the final candidates.The Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, within the School of Medicine is pleased to announce an opening for a Physician Assistant Specialty Care to join their expanding team. This position will provide medical care at the Digestive Health Clinics, with a focus on patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease.The Department of Medicine's mission is to provide the best care to patients; create an excellent educational experience for students, residents, and fellows; and advance the understanding of human illness and disease through creative and collaborative research.The Department offers outstanding facilities and a dedicated team of physicians, scientists, nurses and staff members committed to advancement in terms of scientific achievement, clinical service and medical education in 10 core divisions.Duties include but are not limited to:Independently provide professional medical support for Gastroenterology patient care.Collaborate with physicians and hospital staff to promote team-based patient care.Coordinate care for patients with IBDAssist with screening patient conditions and needs.Educate patients on health maintenance and disease prevention.Act as a resource for patients, families, nursing staff and other health care professionals in area of expertise.Set treatment plans and prescribe appropriate actions to meet the plans within the established protocols, such as:Ensure adherence to immunosuppressive medicationImprove follow up on adjusting therapy ordered by IBD providersAllow better monitoring of drug levels and health maintenance specifically related to immunosuppressed IBD patientsMonitor patient progress and modify treatment plan accordingly, in line with IBD provider recommendationsOther duties as assigned.Shift40 hours per weekMinimum QualificationsPhysicians Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.Preferred QualificationsExperience or strong interest in caring for Gastroenterology patients.Anticipated Hiring RangeSalary Range: $108,971.20 - $177,590.40 annually Grade: PAT - 014 University Title: PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT SPECIALTY CARE III Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.Application MaterialsIn addition to the Online Application, please provide a Resume/CV.Benefit EligibilityThis position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. xhyhwjd For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at Employment OpportunityThe University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.