Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider - NP/PA

Job Title: Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Organization: Central Maine Healthcare
Location: Lewiston, Maine

Position Overview

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join its team serving the Central Maine region. The Gastroenterology APP provides high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals with acute and chronic gastrointestinal, pancreatic, and hepatobiliary conditions. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, coordinating care, providing patient education, and collaborating with physicians and the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off and CME allowance
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Potential for sign on bonus with options for relocation assistance and loan repayment

Why Central Maine Healthcare?
At Central Maine Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to practice meaningful, patient-centered medicine in a collaborative environment where physicians are valued and supported. Our integrated health system offers strong clinical resources, opportunities for professional growth and leadership, competitive compensation, and an exceptional quality of life in Maine. As Maine's second-largest metropolitan area, the Twin Cities provide access to a diverse patient population, a collaborative medical community, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the health of the region. Join a team where you can build a rewarding career while making a lasting impact on the health of the communities you serve.

About the Community

Located along the Androscoggin River, Lewiston-Auburn offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and New England charm. Lewiston-Auburn is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene, community festivals, performing arts venues, and the nationally recognized Bates College. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, minimal commute times, highly rated schools, and access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Northeast. Outdoor enthusiasts can embrace all four seasons with hiking, trail running, mountain biking, boating, kayaking, fishing, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling—all within a short drive of home. Just 40 minutes away, Portland offers one of the most celebrated culinary scenes in the country. From award-winning chefs and fresh Maine seafood to craft breweries, waterfront dining and vibrant farmers markets, the city has become a destination for food lovers from around the world.

About Us

Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center  (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.

CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.

As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations.
• Diagnose and manage common gastrointestinal conditions such as:
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Peptic ulcer disease
• Chronic liver disease
• Viral hepatitis
• Pancreatic disorders
• Constipation and diarrhea
• Gastrointestinal bleeding (as appropriate)
• Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory, imaging, and pathology results.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and monitor therapeutic response in accordance with state regulations.
• Provide pre- and post-procedure evaluation for endoscopic procedures.
• Educate patients and families regarding disease management, medications, nutrition, and preventive care.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with primary care providers, surgeons, oncology, radiology, nutrition, and other specialists.
• Document clinical encounters accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
• May assist with inpatient consults, hospital rounding, or procedural support depending on practice needs.

Required

• Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current state licensure as an NP or PA
• National board certification (AANP, ANCC, NCCPA, or equivalent)
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Knowledge of gastrointestinal diseases and current treatment guidelines
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Strong collaboration and interdisciplinary teamwork skills
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development

Preferred

• 1–3 years of experience in gastroenterology, internal medicine, hospital medicine, or primary care
• Experience with EMR systems