Gastroenterology - Physician Assistant - Atrius Health - Dedham

Explore opportunities with Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, PA/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are seeking a motivated Physician Assistant to join a high-end outpatient gastroenterology practice focused on exceptional patient care, professional growth, and sustainable work-life balance.

Positions are available in Dedham, Kenmore, Concord and more.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and manage outpatient GI patients (IBD, IBS, GERD, liver disease, screening, follow-ups)
• Perform patient education, care planning, and longitudinal disease management
• Collaborate closely with attending gastroenterologists on complex cases
• Participate in weekly case conferences and quality improvement initiatives
• Coordinate care across departments to deliver comprehensive GI services

Position Highlights:

• Excellent work-life balance with a predictable outpatient schedule
• Flexible hybrid model: in-office clinical care with opportunities for remote work (telehealth, care coordination, chart review)
• Weekly physician-led conferences focused on GI topics, case reviews, and evidence-based updates for continuous professional enrichment
• Close, daily collaboration with GI physicians, fostering hands-on mentorship and ongoing skill development
• Multidisciplinary collaboration with nutrition, colorectal surgery, behavioral health, hepatology, and radiology
• No inpatient rounding, nights, or hospital call

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant degree program
• Currently or eligible for board certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Active and unrestricted APC license in the State of Massachusetts
• Current active Mass DPH Controlled Substances Registration or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations
• Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations
• Maintains BLS certification, professional certification as appropriate
• 2+ years of experience in gastroenterology

About Optum

Optum is the health care technology and innovation company of the UnitedHealth Group enterprise along with UnitedHealthcare. We’re a global organization that’s evolving health care so everyone can have the opportunity to live their healthiest life. With our hands across all aspects of health, we'll provide you with a rewarding career that enables you to grow in the directions that best fit your passions. This is your opportunity to be part of a team that’s dedicated to Caring. Connecting. Growing together.