Gastroenterology Physician Assistant
Company: iRecruitMD
Location: Rapid City
Posted on: June 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Inpatient Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner /
Physician Assistant (NP/PA) Position
Summary The Inpatient Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner or Physician
Assistant provides specialized inpatient care for patients with
gastrointestinal, hepatic, biliary, and pancreatic disorders.
Working collaboratively with gastroenterologists and the
multidisciplinary hospital team, this role supports consultation
services, ongoing inpatient management, and coordination of care
for medically complex patients. Provide inpatient gastroenterology consultation and follow-up
care Evaluate and manage patients with acute and chronic GI
conditions, including GI bleeding, inflammatory bowel disease,
liver disease, pancreatitis, and bowel obstruction Perform comprehensive histories, physical examinations, and
daily patient assessments Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with
supervising gastroenterologists Manage medications and supportive therapies related to
gastrointestinal conditions Interpret laboratory data, imaging studies, and diagnostic
results relevant to GI care Assist with pre- and post-procedure care for endoscopic and
interventional procedures Coordinate care with hospitalists, surgeons, interventional
radiology, nutrition services, and nursing staff Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment
plans, and follow-up care Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and discharge
planning Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in the
electronic medical record Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and
utilization initiatives Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional
standards Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician
Assistant program Current NP or PA certification and state licensure Eligibility for hospital credentialing and privileging DEA registration or eligibility Prior experience or specialized training in gastroenterology or
inpatient medicine preferred Strong clinical assessment and inpatient management skills Knowledge of gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders Ability to manage complex, acutely ill patients Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration
skills Strong organizational and documentation abilities Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care Acute care hospital inpatient units GI consultation services with daytime, weekend, or on-call
coverage as required Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout hospital units Manual dexterity for bedside assessments and procedures Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient evaluation and
interpretation of diagnostic data
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Keywords: iRecruitMD, Rapid City , Gastroenterology Physician Assistant, Healthcare , Rapid City, South Dakota
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