Physician Assistant (Pulmonary)

The Pulmonary /Sleep Physician Assistant executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to management of complex patients under the supervision of a physician. He/she works regular tours, as well as off tours. The Pulmonary/Sleep Physician Assistant has advanced education, knowledge, clinical skills, and experience necessary to provide expert care to the outpatients or to acutely ill, hospitalized patients. The incumbent works collaboratively with Pulmonary/Sleep Medicine attending physicians, consultants, trainees, nurses, therapists, pharmacists, case managers, and other medical specialists to ensure compliance with all existing Pulmonary/Sleep Medicine best practices and performance measures. The incumbent will also help to develop and support clinical initiatives that improve overall patient care and patient flow through the various levels of care. This position requires flexibility in schedule and assignments as deemed necessary