Physician Assistant (Lung Cancer Screening Program)

Job Title

Provides clinical and operational leadership for the Lung Cancer Screening and Pulmonary Nodule Program, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based patient care, regulatory compliance, program effectiveness, and continuous program improvement.

Develops and leads educational programs for providers, nursing staff, trainees, and interdisciplinary team members related to Lung Cancer Screening and Pulmonary Nodule management.

Provides leadership in strategic planning, program development, and implementation of initiatives that support the continued growth and effectiveness of the Lung Cancer Screening and Pulmonary Nodule Program.

Leads program-wide quality improvement initiatives; analyzes program performance metrics; monitors compliance with national and local Lung Cancer Screening performance measures; identifies opportunities for improvement; and implements corrective actions to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

Serves as the primary clinical consultant and subject matter expert for Lung Cancer Screening and Pulmonary Nodule management throughout the medical center and affiliated facilities.

Participates in the development, implementation, and revision of clinical policies, protocols, clinical pathways, and standard operating procedures related to Lung Cancer Screening and Pulmonary Nodule management.

Provides mentorship and professional development for Physician Assistants, Advanced Practice Providers, students, trainees, and other interdisciplinary staff.

Works with local and national clinical applications coordinators to ensure clinical reminders and templates are implemented appropriately.

Maintains pulmonary nodule and follow-up care databases.

Optimizes patient-centered care practices through patient education, care management and appropriate utilization of system processes.

Monitors and schedules screening examinations, procedures, and clinic appointments; assists with follow-up of abnormal findings; and provides primary care.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 0800 - 1630

Telework: Ad-hoc

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

US Department of Veterans Affairs