APP Pulmonology

MultiCare Health System•Spokane, WA

1d•$156,600 - $160,800•Hybrid

About The Position

The Pulmonary APP provides specialty care to adult patients with chronic and complex respiratory conditions and in pulmonary clinic settings. Working in collaboration with the supervising physician, the APP delivers evidence-based evaluation, education, and management for patients with conditions such as COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease, and pulmonary nodules. Additionally, this role may encompass the management of sleep disorders. The role supports access, continuity, and team-based care within the pulmonary service line. This position may provide coverage at both our Downtown and Valley locations. The preferred candidate will have the flexibility to rotate between sites during the workweek, although scheduling arrangements are negotiable.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Advanced Nursing or Physician Assistant program
National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care, Adult or Family Medicine or national certification as a PA-C
Unrestricted nursing license or physician assistant medical license (or ability to obtain) in Washington State.
DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority
Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association

Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage adult patients with pulmonary conditions in an outpatient clinic setting.
Conduct history taking, physical exams, and review of diagnostic studies to guide clinical decision making.
Develop and implement treatment plans for pulmonary conditions.
Monitor and adjust therapies including inhalers, oxygen, and medications as clinically indicated.
Educate patients and families on disease processes, medications, and lifestyle management.
Communicate and coordinate care with supervising physicians, primary care providers, and specialists.
Document accurately and timely in the electronic health record.
Participate in follow-up of imaging, labs, and pulmonary function testing.
Support patient access through timely follow-up and chronic disease monitoring workflows.
Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to evidence-based pulmonary care.