The role involves providing comprehensive gastroenterology care in both clinic and inpatient settings, including conducting patient assessments, developing treatment plans, and managing follow-up care for an average volume of about 14 patients daily. Responsibilities also include performing procedures like PEG tube exchanges/placements and participating in inpatient consults and rounding when covering the service.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a Master's or Doctorate prepared Nurse Practitioner with RN license and Acute Care certification, or a graduate of an accredited PA program with NCCPA certification, and must be eligible for or hold an active North Carolina license. A minimum of two years of clinical experience is required, with prior interest or experience in general or subspecialty gastroenterology being preferred.
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Job description
Department
02130
GCMG
Gastroenterology and
Hepatology:
Pineville -
Gastroenterology
Status:
Full time
Benefits
Eligible:
Yes
Hours
Per
Week: 40
Schedule
Details/Additional
Information: This position is primarily outpatient-based at the Pineville clinic, working five days per week. One day includes virtual clinic responsibilities in the morning followed by dedicated administrative time in the afternoon. Occasional weekday inpatient coverage may be required. No night or weekend call responsibilities. Providers participate in coverage for one inpatient holiday shift per year. Pay Range $47.50 - $71.25 If it’s possible, you will find it at Atrium Health — the leading community-focused academic healthcare system serving North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Advanced Practice Providers are encouraged to join our Gastroenterology & Hepatology team at Atrium Health Pineville, where clinical expertise, innovation, and a commitment to exceptional patient care come together. Atrium Health is seeking a full-time Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to support our growing GI practice based in Pineville, NC. This role functions as a clinic-based provider with inpatient coverage responsibilities, serving as backup coverage for the inpatient APP service. Position Highlights
100% Adult Medicine
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 4.5 days/week
½ day administrative time built into schedule
Backup inpatient coverage when needed
Approx. 8 weekday inpatient shifts per quarter at Atrium Health Pineville
One inpatient holiday coverage per year
No nights or weekends
Combination of outpatient clinic and inpatient responsibilities
Opportunity to practice within a collaborative, physician-led team model Clinical Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive gastroenterology care in clinic and inpatient settings
Conduct patient assessments, develop treatment plans, and manage follow-up care
Perform inpatient consults and participate in daily rounding when covering service
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employer Match
Adoption Assistance
Educational Assistance Program
Defined Contribution Retirement Plans
Manage average patient volume of ~14 patients/day
Perform procedures including:
PEG tube exchanges/placements (endoscopy setting)
Collaborate closely with physicians, APP colleagues, and nursing staff
Participate in shared call structure as assigned Practice Environment
Pineville
GI
Team: 5 Physicians, 7 APPs
Larger
Division
Network:
32 Physicians
38 APPs
Diverse payer mix supporting broad patient access
Inclusive, supportive leadership structure with growth opportunities
Minimum Qualifications
Nurse Practitioner
Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing Practice
Active RN license
National board certification
Acute Care certification required based on population served or Physician Assistant
Graduate of accredited PA program
NCCPA certification required Licensure
Eligible for or active North Carolina license Experience
Minimum 2 years clinical experience required
Interest or experience in general gastroenterology and subspecialty GI care preferred Core Competencies
Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work autonomously in inpatient environments
Strong prioritization and decision-making capabilities Compensation & Incentives
Competitive base salary based on experience
Signing bonus eligibility ($5K–$10K range)
Comprehensive benefits package
Supportive leadership environment and professional growth opportunities You will be welcomed into an inclusive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence in care delivery. Practice where your contributions are valued and where you have access to the tools and support needed to grow professionally while delivering meaningful care to a diverse patient population. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care
