Pulmonary Clinic Advanced Practitioner Provider

Exceed Medical•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The Pulmonary Clinic Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a certified and licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) who delivers specialized care to chronically ill patients in a clinic setting. Working independently and in collaboration with supervising physicians, the APP provides comprehensive, patient-centered care and uses advanced clinical knowledge and critical thinking to diagnose, treat, and manage complex medical conditions. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, effective communication, and improving patient outcomes.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
Current certification and licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Minimum of 2 years of pulmonary experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex medical information clearly and effectively.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities to synthesize and analyze patient data.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Professional demeanor and commitment to high standards of patient care and ethical practice.
Ability to build rapport with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Nice To Haves

2 years of experience working in a clinic setting as an NP or PA.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge of the etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and clinical presentation of chronic and acute medical conditions.
Perform accurate and complete problem-focused histories and physical assessments for adult patients.
Order, collect, and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests to evaluate patient health and inform treatment decisions.
Prescribe and manage pharmacologic agents and other treatment modalities, ensuring efficacy, safety, and adherence to evidence-based guidelines.
Identify age-specific patient needs and adapt care plans accordingly.
Develop and implement comprehensive, outcomes-based treatment plans using patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, and professional practice standards; collaborate with the interdisciplinary team when appropriate.
Monitor patient responses to treatment and adjust care plans to optimize outcomes.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care.
Counsel and educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment options, and self-management strategies.
Document patient interactions, assessments, and treatments accurately, completely, and promptly in the electronic health record.
Conduct oneself professionally and ethically, adhering to established clinical and behavioral standards.
Participate in internal and external peer review processes addressing medical decision-making, competence, clinical judgment, or professional behavior concerns.
Work collaboratively as a multidisciplinary team member and foster respect and teamwork.
Work independently while maintaining appropriate physician collaboration for complex cases.