Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - CVPH

Recruiter: Arianna Biondo

The CVPH Gastroenterology team is seeking a passionate Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide high‑quality care to adult patients in Plattsburgh, New York . This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative specialty team that values learning, teamwork, and patient‑centered care.

About the Role

This position offers a balanced mix of outpatient clinic care and inpatient consult/rounding . Working closely with Gastroenterologists and fellow APPs, the APP provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of adult GI patients.

Schedule

• 36 hours of patient‑facing time
• 4 hours of non-patient facing time
• 8‑hour days, 5 days per week
• Inpatient coverage of one week every third week, with remaining time spent in clinic. This inpatient rotation is a consistent and expected part of the role and is built into the team’s overall coverage model.

What You’ll Do

• Manage an outpatient panel of GI patients
• Perform inpatient rounding and consultations with physician support
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat GI conditions; order and interpret tests
• Coordinate discharges, follow‑up plans, and patient education
• Collaborate with physicians, APP colleagues, nursing, and support teams

What We’re Looking For

Required

• Licensed NP or PA in New York State (or eligibility to obtain)
• Eligible for DEA registration in NY
• Ability to obtain CVPH privileges
• Strong communication skills and patient‑centered approach
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred

• Gastroenterology or acute care experience

Why Plattsburgh?

Located on the western shore of Lake Champlain , Plattsburgh offers

• Year‑round outdoor recreation — hiking, skiing, boating & more
• Quick access to Montreal (70 mins), Burlington, VT, and Lake Placid
• Affordable living and excellent local schools and colleges
• A welcoming, vibrant community with small‑town charm

Ready to Join Us?

If you're looking for a supportive GI team, meaningful patient care, and a great place to live and work, we encourage you to apply and explore whether this role is the right fit for you.

This is a bargaining union position.