Outpatient Pulmonology APP - Lung Health Team
About The Position
Lahey Clinic Lung Health Team, APP Bronchiectasis Program Development (Deployed to Beverly Hospital) is seeking an innovative NP or PA to help launch a novel, population-based Bronchiectasis Program. This unique role sits at the exciting intersection of technology, population health, and clinical care. You will use Natural Language Processing (NLP) screening of radiology reports to identify at-risk patients, drive structured workflows, and deliver guideline-aligned clinical care. The role involves 50% Patient Navigation & Care Coordination (Chart reviews, registry tracking, scheduling, patient outreach) and 50% Direct Clinical Care (In-person outpatient visits and longitudinal management).
Requirements
- Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant eligible to practice in MA.
- Strong organizational skills with comfort balancing clinical care and outreach.
- Excellent communication skills with patients and multidisciplinary stakeholders.
- Proficiency with EHR workflows.
Nice To Haves
- Outpatient pulmonary clinical experience.
- Experience with patient navigation, population health, or structured care pathways.
- Familiarity with REDCap or similar registry databases.
- Interest in technology-enabled care models.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate NLP-flagged cases via structured EHR chart reviews to confirm program eligibility.
- Engage primary care teams and contact patients via phone, letters, and MyChart.
- Facilitate diagnostic pathways (PFTs, sputum cultures, labs, imaging) and ensure timely pulmonology scheduling.
- Provide vital patient education on care plans, timelines, and symptom escalation.
- Document activities in the EHR and maintain accurate program tracking in REDCap.
- Conduct clinical evaluations and longitudinal management for bronchiectasis, lung nodules, COPD/emphysema, and ILA/ILD.
- Perform risk stratification, symptom reviews, and develop evidence-based care plans under physician supervision.
- Support multidisciplinary case reviews and participate in Lung Health Team meetings.
Benefits
- Mentorship
- Opportunities for abstract/manuscript authorship and presentations at national meetings.
- Gain direct involvement in upcoming clinical trials and research initiatives.
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Help you achieve a healthy and balanced life.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
