Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) - Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine

MultiCare Health System•Spokane, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

MultiCare is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) experienced in pulmonology and sleep medicine to join their well-established and collaborative team in Spokane. This is a clinic-based setting with a mix of sleep medicine and pulmonology. The role offers the opportunity to collaborate with 7 physicians and 2 APPs in a collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth. The position involves working at two locations in the Spokane area with a mix in patient demographics, including initial visits with Sleep Medicine and follow-ups in Pulmonology. The role offers flexible scheduling with no weekends, evenings, or call required, promoting a great work-life balance. 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.

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

Nice To Haves

Experienced in pulmonology and sleep medicine

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.