APP (NP/PA) Pulmonary and Hyperbaric Medicine

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group (LLUFMG); Loma Linda (CA); Híbrido; USD 155.000 - 185.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Relocation assistance

Paid malpractice insurance

Paid life insurance

CME days and funds

Descripción de la vacante

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Hyperbaric, and Sleep Medicine is seeking a Pulmonary and Hyperbaric Medicine Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our team in California. The APP, either NP or PA, will work in the Ambulatory Pulmonary Clinic and the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Service with a hybrid schedule based on volume and staffing.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of outpatient clinical experience (pulmonology preferred).

Formación

• 2–3 years of outpatient clinical experience, preferably in pulmonology.
• Experience in hyperbaric medicine is preferred but not required.
• APP (NP or PA) with appropriate credentials and license.

Responsabilidades

• Provide clinical services in Ambulatory Pulmonary Clinic and HBO Therapy Service.
• Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations for pulmonary patients.
• Evaluate and manage asthma, COPD, chronic cough and dyspnea.
• Assess and monitor patients during HBO treatments and plan therapy.
• Participate in quality improvement, safety and regulatory activities.

Conocimientos

Outpatient experience

Pulmonology knowledge

Hyperbaric medicine knowledge (pref)

Educación

NP or PA credential

Herramientas

PFT interpretation

Chest imaging review

ACLS/BLS

Descripción del empleo

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Hyperbaric, and Sleep Medicine is seeking a Pulmonary and Hyperbaric Medicine Advanced Practice Provider to join our team.

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP), either Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA), will provide clinical services in both the Ambulatory Pulmonary Clinic and the Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) Therapy Service.

The successful applicant should have at least 2-3 years of clinical experience in the outpatient, ambulatory setting, preferably pulmonology. Additional experience in hyperbaric medicine is also preferred, but not necessary.

The APP will maintain a scheduled hybrid combination of HBO and pulmonary clinic responsibilities, depending on program volume, patient needs, and staffing requirements. Responsibilities may also include participation in quality improvement and research projects related to hyperbaric medicine and/or pulmonary diseases.

Pulmonary Clinic Responsibilities:

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations for new and established pulmonary patients.


• Evaluate and manage common pulmonary conditions, including:
  
  
  
  • Asthma
  
  
  • COPD
  
  
  • Chronic cough
  
  
  • Dyspnea
  
  
  
  


• Other chronic respiratory conditions


• Review and interpret relevant diagnostic information within the APP's scope of practice, including pulmonary function testing, chest imaging, laboratory studies, and other diagnostic evaluations.


• Educate patients regarding disease management, medication use, inhaler technique, smoking cessation, oxygen therapy, and other appropriate interventions.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Responsibilities:

Responsibilities Include:

• Evaluate patients referred for HBO therapy and determine clinical appropriateness.


• Assess patients during HBO treatments.


• Identify potential contraindications, risks, and complications associated with HBO therapy.


• Participate in treatment planning, including treatment frequency, duration, and clinical goals.


• Manage routine clinical issues related to HBO treatment within the APP's scope of practice.


• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory/accreditation activities related to the HBO program.


• Maintain competency and required education related to hyperbaric medicine and emergency procedures (ACLS/BLS).

Compensation & Benefits

$155,000 - 185,000. This amount does not include variable compensation or extra productivity and is subject to the individual department’s compensation plans. More information on compensation is discussed with the departments during the recruitment process.

Our Benefits Include:

• Generous Retirement Contribution


• Comprehensive Medical/Dental Coverage


• Competitive Vacation & Sick Days


• CME Days and Funds


• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)


• Paid Malpractice Insurance


• Paid Life Insurance


• Loan Repayment/State & Federal (If eligible)

For more information on Loan Forgiveness, please click on the links below:

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

We are a California Employer - Please note that a California residence is required upon start date.

This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.

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