APP (NP/PA) Interventional Pulmonology

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group•Loma Linda, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary Critical Care is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Adult/Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) to join their team. This full-time position will provide opportunities for patient care on the inpatient interventional pulmonology service for a self-motivated and procedure-proficient candidate with an interest in pleural disease. The ideal candidate will be comfortable practicing with a high degree of autonomy and ready to contribute to a growing interventional pulmonology service.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to independently assess and manage patients with pulmonary and/or pleural disease.
Comfort working in a fast-paced inpatient environment with procedural responsibilities
Must be a Physician Assistant (PA) or Adult/Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
California residence is required upon start date.

Nice To Haves

Previous hands-on clinical experience, including pleural procedures, such as: Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), Thoracentesis, Chest tube placement (including pigtail catheters), Tunneled pleural catheter management and troubleshooting
Exposure to and/or worked with an interventional pulmonology or thoracic surgery team

Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage patients with pleural disease on the inpatient interventional pulmonology service
Perform pleural procedures in accordance with credentialing and demonstrated competency
Independently manage procedural consults, follow-ups, and longitudinal patient care
Interact and collaborate with attending physicians, fellows and multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
Participate in quality improvement and clinical research initiatives
Assist with other clinical duties as needed within the department, commensurate with the job description and qualifications.