Gastroenterology / Hepatology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Show Low, AZ (BB 5095)
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Gastroenterology / Hepatology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Show Low, AZ
Specialty: Gastroenterology / Hepatology
Location: Show Low, Arizona
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Provider Type: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Practice Setting: Outpatient Specialty Clinic
Build Your Career in Gastroenterology & Hepatology
An established specialty practice in Show Low, Arizona, is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join its growing clinical team. This full-time opportunity offers the chance to provide comprehensive outpatient care for patients with liver disease, gastrointestinal conditions, and other complex medical needs while developing advanced expertise in hepatology and gastroenterology.
The incoming provider will collaborate with experienced specialty physicians, contribute to long-term patient care, and have opportunities for continuing education, specialty procedure training, and clinical research participation.
Candidates with direct gastroenterology, hepatology, liver disease, or transplant experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Experienced APPs from Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Primary Care with strong clinical judgment and chronic disease management experience will also be considered.
Candidates must reside in the Show Low area or be willing to relocate. This is a separate opening from the practice's Tucson position.
Job Responsibilities
• Assess and manage liver disease, gastrointestinal disorders, and related acute and chronic conditions.
• Review laboratory results, imaging studies, pathology reports, and other diagnostic findings.
• Develop and monitor individualized treatment plans and manage medications within the authorized scope of practice.
• Provide ongoing follow-up care and monitor treatment responses in patients with complex medical needs.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, medications, nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and preventive care.
• Coordinate care with physicians, clinical personnel, research staff, and administrative team members.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and follow established clinical protocols.
• Recognize when additional diagnostic evaluation or physician consultation is necessary.
• Develop specialized hepatology and gastroenterology knowledge through continuing education and collaboration with experienced physicians.
• Learn additional specialty procedures following appropriate training and competency assessment.
• Participate in clinical research activities when appropriate to experience and assigned responsibilities
Qualifications
The practice provides specialized evaluation and management for conditions including:
• Fatty liver and metabolic liver disease
• Cirrhosis and advanced liver disease
• Liver failure
• Viral hepatitis
• Gastrointestinal disorders
• Post-liver-transplant care
• Preventive care and long-term disease management
The organization also operates a dedicated Fatty Liver Clinic and maintains an active clinical research program.
Qualifications
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current national certification appropriate to the provider's discipline.
• Active Arizona license or ability to obtain the necessary credentials before starting.
• Active DEA registration or eligibility to obtain registration, as applicable.
• Prior professional experience as an NP or PA.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and treatment-planning skills.
• Experience managing acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Ability to interpret laboratory results and diagnostic findings.
• Excellent patient education, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently within demonstrated competency and consult physicians appropriately.
• Commitment to continuing education and specialty development.
• Availability to work full-time on-site in Show Low, Arizona.
• Current local residence or firm willingness to relocate.
Preferred Experience
• Gastroenterology or hepatology
• Liver disease management or transplant medicine
• Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Primary Care
• Management of medically complex patients
• Review of imaging, pathology, endoscopic findings, or specialized laboratory testing
• Clinical research or subinvestigator responsibilities
• Approximately two or more years of NP or PA experience
New graduates are not currently being targeted for this position.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, clinical competency, and alignment with the role. Candidates with direct gastroenterology or hepatology experience may qualify for higher compensation.
Potential benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, sick leave, professional development, specialty procedure training, clinical research opportunities, and eligibility for performance-based incentives. Specific compensation, benefits, and eligibility details will be discussed during the hiring process.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
• Join an established specialty practice with experienced clinical leadership.
• Develop advanced expertise in hepatology and gastroenterology.
• Build long-term relationships with patients in the Show Low community.
• Gain exposure to specialty procedures and clinical research.
• Expand clinical capabilities through ongoing education and structured development.
• Contribute to a growing practice focused on liver health, evidence-based medicine, and high-quality patient care.
If you are an experienced NP or PA seeking a full-time outpatient specialty opportunity with room for professional growth, we encourage you to apply.