Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Capital Digestive Care | Bethesda, MarylandNurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

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Capital Digestive Care is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing gastroenterology team in Bethesda, Maryland. This is an excellent opportunity for an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while working alongside experienced gastroenterologists in a collaborative, supportive clinical environment.
Position OverviewAs a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, you will play an integral role in evaluating, diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of gastrointestinal and liver-related conditions.
Working collaboratively with our physicians and clinical team, you will help provide comprehensive, coordinated care while supporting patient education, treatment planning, and long-term digestive health.
Key Responsibilities·        Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, obtain medical histories, and perform physical examinations.
·        Diagnose and manage common gastrointestinal conditions, including GERD, IBS, IBD, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, gastrointestinal bleeding, and liver disorders.
·        Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with gastroenterologists.
·        Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory results, and imaging studies.
·        Prescribe medications and manage ongoing treatment within applicable scope-of-practice guidelines.
·        Provide pre- and post-procedure evaluations and follow-up care as assigned.
·        Educate patients on diagnoses, treatment options, medications, lifestyle modifications, and preventive care.
·        Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals.
·        Maintain accurate, timely documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).
·        Support clinical quality, patient satisfaction, and efficient practice operations.
Qualifications
Required:
·        Master's degree or higher from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
·        Current, unrestricted Maryland licensure appropriate to the discipline.
·        National board certification.
·        Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
·        Prescriptive authority and applicable registrations, as required.
·        Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and communication skills.
·        Ability to work collaboratively in a physician-led, multidisciplinary clinical environment.
Preferred:
·        Previous experience in gastroenterology, hepatology, or a related specialty.
·        Experience managing patients in an outpatient clinical setting.
·        Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems.
·        New graduates with strong clinical skills and a demonstrated interest in gastroenterology are encouraged to apply.
Why Join Capital Digestive Care?
At Capital Digestive Care, we believe exceptional patient care begins with exceptional clinical teams.
Our practice offers the opportunity to:
·        Collaborate with experienced specialists in a physician-led gastroenterology environment.
·        Develop specialized expertise in gastrointestinal and liver health.
·        Make a meaningful impact through long-term patient relationships and continuity of care.
·        Work within a collaborative team that values clinical expertise, communication, and compassionate care.
·        Contribute to a growing organization committed to quality, patient experience, and professional development.
·        Our commitment is simple: Together, we build trust and well-being through compassionate care and expertise, always. xzbcwsv
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