Physician Assistant - Pulmonary

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs The Physician Assistant (PA) practices in Medical Specialty Service; Pulmonary Section to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality, timeliness, and the advancement of the Veterans Affairs (VA) mission. The PA provides advanced clinical practice, consultation, and management for ICU and Pulmonary patients. Key Responsibilities VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. The PA practices to the full extent of their education, training, and certification. Core functions are outlined in the clinical privileges that correspond with this position. The NP has prescriptive authority for a panel of patients or program as indicated by their position. FUNCTIONS OF ASSIGNED DUTIES: The NP is a licensed independent practitioner with advanced education and national certification who provides evidence-based care for a population of patients. Major duties and responsibilities of the position: Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence-based practice. Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management. Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. Orders and interprets labs, tests, and diagnostic studies. Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions. Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services. Provides education to patients and their families. Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Exemplifies the ICARE core values of-Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence Work Schedule: To be determined by the manager; possible 12 hour tour of duty. (work schedule may change based on the agency's needs) Telework: Not Available Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Salary Range: Physician Assistant-I (PA-I): $125,137 - $166,431 Physician Assistant-II (PA-II): $136,399 - $181,400 Physician Assistant-III (PA-III): $159,248 - $211,795 Requirements & Education Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: Which agency is hiring for this position? This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. What is the salary for this position? The posted pay range is $125137 - $211795/yr. What is the application deadline? Applications close on 2026-09-30. Who is eligible to apply? This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path. Related Searches Physician Assistant - Pulmonary, Physician Assistant - Pulmonary jobs, Physician Assistant - Pulmonary careers, apply Physician Assistant - Pulmonary, Physician Assistant - Pulmonary in Atlanta, Physician Assistant - Pulmonary jobs Atlanta, Physician Assistant - Pulmonary in Georgia, Physician Assistant - Pulmonary jobs Georgia, jobs in Atlanta, careers in Atlanta, jobs in Georgia, federal jobs in Georgia, government jobs Georgia, jobs near Atlanta, Georgia, Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Health Administration jobs, Veterans Health Administration careers, Veterans Health Administration Atlanta, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Veterans Affairs jobs, Physician Assistant, Physician Assistant jobs, USAJOBS Physician Assistant, public jobs, Physician Assistant - Pulmonary salary Source: USAJOBS.gov - U.S. Federal Government #J-18808-Ljbffr