APP - Interventional Pulmonology - Augusta, GA

5000 Wellstar Medical Group, LLC; United States; Híbrido; USD 110.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Wellstar Medical Group, LLC is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider to support and coordinate the Interventional Pulmonology program at Wellstar-MCG Health. You will evaluate patients, prepare them for procedures, and coordinate post-procedure care with physicians, nurse navigators, and the pulmonary team.

Procedural training will be provided. The role emphasizes collaboration across anesthesia, endoscopy, and OR teams to ensure efficient scheduling and high-quality patient care.

Formación

• Licensure required in Georgia (NP or PA).
• Acute Care certification required.
• Completion of an accredited APP training program.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as primary contact for IP consults and new referrals.
• Evaluate and triage patients for Interventional Pulmonology procedures.
• Complete H&Ps, order labs/imaging, oversee inpatient/outpatient care.
• Coordinate pre- and post-procedure processes with IP team.
• Collaborate with Anesthesia, Endoscopy, and OR for scheduling.
• Provide education to patients and families about procedures.

Conocimientos

Interventional pulmonology

Inpatient care

Team collaboration

Procedural support

Acute care

Educación

Georgia NP or PA license

Acute Care certification

APP training program

Descripción del empleo

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift Day (United States of America) WMCG is seeking a full-time, experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to support and coordinate the procedural aspects of the Interventional Pulmonology (IP) program at Wellstar-MCG Health. This APP will assist in caring for patients with lung cancer, metastatic lung disease, or undiagnosed pulmonary lesions. You’ll play a key role in evaluating patients, preparing them for procedures, and coordinating post-procedure care alongside physicians, nurse navigators, and the broader pulmonary team. Procedural training will be provided, including thoracentesis, chest tube placement, and ultrasound guidance.

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care (80%)

• Serve as the primary contact for inpatient IP consults and new referrals
• Evaluate and triage patients for Interventional Pulmonology procedures
• Complete H&Ps, order labs and imaging, and oversee both inpatient and outpatient care
• Coordinate all pre- and post-procedure processes for seamless patient care
• Collaborate with Anesthesia, Endoscopy, and OR teams for efficient scheduling
• Manage pleural catheter patients (training provided)
• Provide education to patients and families regarding procedures and follow-up care
• Attend clinics and rounds with IP attending physicians
• Support multidisciplinary case discussions and clinical trial coordination
• Review all new inpatient interventional Pulmonology consults.
• Be first call for all inpatient interventional Pulmonology consults.
• Prepare and evaluate patients for appropriate procedures in conjunction with the IP attending on call

Administrative (20%)

• Maintain a current calendar and database of all IP procedures
• Assist in developing and maintaining clinical protocols and SOPs
• Participate in thoracic tumor boards, pulmonary case conferences, and staff meetings
• Support quality improvement and research initiatives
• Complete required documentation for FMLA, disability, and insurance as needed

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current Georgia NP or PA license (or eligibility)
• Certification: Acute Care certification required
• Education: Completion of an accredited APP training program
• Experience: Hospital-based experience preferred; oncology or ICU background a plus
• Skills: Strong interest in interventional and procedural medicine, teamwork, patient-centered care

Ongoing Professional Growth: Opportunities to attend conferences, participate in research, and engage in continuing education.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values

OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time.

OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice

Culture of Excellence

Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.