Job SummaryWe are seeking a qualified and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our pulmonology team. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with pulmonary physicians to evaluate and manage patients with a variety of respiratory conditions in outpatient and/or inpatient settings. Responsibilities include patient assessments, chronic disease management, and support for procedures such as bronchoscopy and thoracentesis, where applicable. Responsibilities

• • Conduct comprehensive assessments, including history and physical exams for patients with pulmonary conditions (e.g., asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea).

  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as chest imaging, pulmonary function tests, ABGs, and sleep studies.

  • Manage chronic respiratory diseases in collaboration with supervising physicians.

  • Educate patients and families on treatment plans, inhaler techniques, and lifestyle modifications.

  • Assist with or perform procedures such as thoracentesis, pleural catheter management, or bronchoscopy support, depending on training and credentialing.

  • Provide inpatient consults, daily rounding, and discharge planning (if applicable).

  • Prescribe medications and therapies within scope of practice and state licensure.

  • Participate in quality initiatives, care coordination, and follow-up planning.

  • Maintain thorough and timely documentation in the EMR.

Qualifications

• • Education:

    • PA: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with a Master’s degree.

    • NP: Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing with a concentration in Adult, Family, or Acute Care.

  • Licensure/Certification:

    • Current state licensure as a PA or NP.

    • National certification (NCCPA for PAs; AANP/ANCC for NPs).

    • DEA license and prescriptive authority.

    • BLS and ACLS required; PALS preferred if working with pediatric populations.

  • Experience:

    • 1–2 years in pulmonary, internal medicine, or critical care preferred.

    • New graduates with relevant clinical training will be considered.

Salary: $135,000-$150,000

(May include bonuses and incentives)