Advanced Practice Provider-Respiratory Lung Cancer/Nodule Program I (Main Campus)

Cleveland Clinic•Cleveland, OH

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland Clinic’s Pulmonary Department in the Integrated Hospital Care Institute is seeking a nationally certified Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for a full-time outpatient position in the Lung Cancer Program. The role supports lung cancer screening and lung nodule clinics at west side locations, with required travel to regional locations. The patient population is adults only. The program uses a collaborative, interprofessional practice model and offers opportunities to participate in research, community outreach, and preventive health measures at local and national scales. New graduates are welcome to apply. The Advanced Practice Provider delivers primary and/or specialty care in collaboration with the healthcare team and in accordance with certification and licensure. Practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention, and diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems. The position also contributes to knowledge dissemination through instruction, leadership, and educational program development. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no weekends, holidays, or call. The role requires a graduate of an approved Physician Assistant program, a master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or higher, certification and licensure appropriate to practice, and required life-support credentials. Related clinical experience is preferred.

Requirements

Graduate of an A.R.C.-approved Physician Assistant program.
Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or a higher degree from a program recognized by the practicing state’s Licensing Board.
Certification as a Physician Assistant through the NCCPA or a successor organization recognized by the practicing state’s Licensing Board.
License to practice and prescribe issued by the practicing state’s Licensing Board.
Current DEA license or DEA designee, as required by NCQA.
Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
Must have arrangements with at least one physician in accordance with applicable State Board of Nursing requirements.
Must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and governing body of applicable hospitals.
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including oral and written communication in English.
Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated competency in advanced assessment and diagnosis.
Ability to use the electronic medical record.
High standard of moral and ethical behavior, compassion, professionalism, and commitment to excellent patient care.
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently and take appropriate action in a stressful environment.
Ability to travel to regional locations.

Nice To Haves

Related clinical experience is preferred.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification through the American Heart Association, Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification through the American Academy of Pediatrics, or Advanced Trauma Life Support may be required based on work setting.
New graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Conduct medical histories and physical examinations where indicated; initiate appropriate laboratory, radiology, and other tests; review results; and develop working diagnoses and treatment plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Perform and interpret routine diagnostic procedures, and perform routine and specialized procedures, as credentialed and privileged.
Prescribe and monitor medications as permitted by licensure, state board requirements, and Cleveland Clinic policies.
Educate patients about diseases, treatments, and related medication and treatment side effects and hazards.
Participate in medical team rounds and collaborate regularly with nursing, medical, and other healthcare team members to ensure quality patient care.
Refer patients to specialists and specialized health resources as appropriate.
Support continuity of care by liaising between patients and multidisciplinary team members or specialty areas.
Review records and treatment plans periodically to monitor outcomes and assure quality care.
Facilitate appropriate length of stay, discharge planning, and compliance with regulatory standards for inpatient management.
Support professional development of the healthcare team.
Promote translation of evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research.
May conduct research studies and assist with data collection and analysis.
May serve as a clinical preceptor for students and onboard new caregivers.
Perform other duties as assigned.