The North Florida/South Georgia VA Health Care System's Specialty Care Service is seeking an experienced and motivated Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) specializing in Gastroenterology to join our team in Gainesville, Florida. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and supporting the continued growth and development of our academic VA health care program.
This position will be filled as either a Physician Assistant (PA) - Gastroenterology or a Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Gastroenterology, as determined by the selecting official. This announcement is intended exclusively for applicants seeking consideration for the PA position. Applicants interested in the NP position should apply under Vacancy Announcement CBTC-13095145-27-AVM. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
As a Licensed Independent Provider, the Physician Assistant (PA) practices autonomously while collaborating with health care professionals and other members of the care team. The PA provides a comprehensive range of health care services, including the diagnosis and management of acute, chronic, and complex health conditions; health promotion; disease prevention; patient education; and counseling for individuals, families, groups, and communities.
Other duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide comprehensive, patient-centered gastroenterology care within the approved scope of practice and applicable VA policies, regulations, and clinical guidelines. Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute, chronic, and complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary conditions. Obtain and document medical histories, perform physical examinations, and develop individualized treatment plans.
Order, interpret, and follow up on laboratory studies, imaging, pathology reports, and other diagnostic tests. Assess and manage gastrointestinal symptoms and conditions, including abdominal pain, gastrointestinal bleeding, dysphagia, reflux, inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease, and altered bowel habits. Evaluate patients for endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopy and upper endoscopy, and provide appropriate pre- and post-procedure care.
Prescribe medications and perform procedures in accordance with applicable authorities, clinical privileges, training, and scope of practice. Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, procedure preparation, health maintenance, and follow-up care. Collaborate with gastroenterologists and interdisciplinary health care team members to coordinate referrals, consultations, treatment, and transitions of care.
Maintain accurate medical records and participate in quality improvement, patient safety, clinical education, and other activities supporting the VA academic health care program. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor. The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on facility/patient care needs). Telework: Not authorized.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Allison.Mitchell@va.gov · (727) 398-6661 X64170
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $112987 – $189462/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-20.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-07 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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