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Nurse Practitioner – Westwood Gastro/Ibd

Ucla Health
UCLA Health
3-5 years
$89.06–$127.19/hour
10 July 4, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Nurse Practitioner – Gastroenterology (IBD) | UCLA Health – Los Angeles, CA

Job Summary:

UCLA Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join its renowned Center for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) in Westwood, Los Angeles. This role is ideal for experienced NPs who thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and are passionate about gastroenterology, patient education, and chronic disease management. The NP will play a pivotal role in managing care for IBD patients, monitoring biologic therapies, and supporting clinical trials.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct patient care and follow-up for IBD patients requiring medication monitoring and urgent evaluations

  • Educate patients and families on IBD treatment, health maintenance, and medication adherence

  • Answer patient queries via phone and manage ongoing communication

  • Communicate test results effectively and coordinate multidisciplinary care

  • Assist with IBD clinical trials: patient screening, history & physical exams, and data entry

  • Support ordering and renewal of biologic medications

  • Liaise with referring physicians for coordinated care


Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Valid Nurse Practitioner license (NP2 level) in California

  • Prior experience in gastroenterology or chronic disease management preferred

  • Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills

  • Familiarity with biologics, patient education, and multidisciplinary care coordination

  • Ability to support clinical trial functions and research documentation

  • Compassionate, proactive, and patient-focused approach


Perks & Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly salary: $89.06–$127.19/hour

  • Work-life balance with Monday–Friday (8 AM–5 PM) schedule

  • Career growth within a leading academic medical institution

  • Access to cutting-edge IBD treatments and research initiatives

  • Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive work culture

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

  • Opportunities for continuing education and clinical development


Company Description:

UCLA Health is one of the top-ranked academic health systems in the United States, delivering advanced patient care, education, and research. With globally recognized specialties and a deep commitment to innovation and inclusion, UCLA Health provides a dynamic environment for healthcare professionals passionate about making a difference.


Work Mode:

On-site – Westwood, Los Angeles, CA


Call to Action:

Passionate about gastroenterology and patient-centered care? Join a world-class clinical team at UCLA Health. Apply today and make an impact in IBD treatment and innovation.