Pulmonology Nurse Practitioner

About the Job

Pulmonary Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

The well-established Pulmonary Division at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center is seeking a motivated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our collaborative pulmonary care team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an APP seeking a diverse pulmonary medicine practice that combines inpatient consultation, outpatient care, and procedural experience. Working closely with two experienced pulmonary physicians, the APP will care for a broad range of pulmonary conditions while enjoying a highly desirable weekday schedule with no weekends, evenings, or major holidays.

Position Summary

The APP will practice in both inpatient and outpatient settings, providing comprehensive pulmonary care in collaboration with our physicians while also developing opportunities for independent practice. Dedicated pulmonary-specific education and training will be provided before transitioning to independent patient management.

Inpatient Pulmonary Care

Working alongside the attending physician on the pulmonary consultation service at our community hospital, the APP will:

• Evaluate new and follow-up pulmonary consults, develop diagnoses, order appropriate testing, and contribute to treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary care teams to coordinate comprehensive pulmonary care and transitions to outpatient follow-up.
• Participate in pulmonary procedures including chest ultrasound, thoracentesis, chest tube placement and management, intrapleural thrombolytic administration, bronchoscopy/EBUS, and catheter management.

Outpatient Pulmonary Care

Our outpatient pulmonary clinic is conveniently located within MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. The APP will work primarily alongside the attending physician while also seeing patients independently.

Responsibilities include:

• Evaluate and manage new and follow-up patients with conditions including COPD, asthma, bronchiectasis, interstitial lung disease, pulmonary infections, pleural disease, lung nodules, and lung cancer.
• Provide focused care for lung cancer screening and smoking cessation.
• Order and manage appropriate pulmonary testing, imaging, medications, and therapies.
• Participate in outpatient pulmonary procedures, including bronchoscopy, as appropriate.
• Collaborate with physicians and clinic staff to coordinate ongoing patient care and follow-up.

Schedule

• Day shift only
• 4 to 5 days per week with flexibility in choosing a weekday off
• No weekends, evenings, or major holidays

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program
• Current NCCPA certification for Physician Assistants or appropriate Acute Care Nurse Practitioner board certification
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Prior inpatient or outpatient clinical experience preferred; no new graduates.

As a MedStar Medical Group Clinician, You Can Expect

• Premium base salary with a highly competitive compensation plan
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage and retirement matching

• Annual CME stipend

• Reimbursement for professional licensure and medical staff fees
• A collaborative APP and physician practice model
• Opportunities to participate in performance improvement initiatives, committees, education, and staff development
• Access to an exclusive wellness center and personal provider concierge program

Why MedStar Health

At MedStar Health, Advanced Practice Providers are valued members of the clinical team and have opportunities to build rewarding, long-term careers through collaboration, education, and continued professional development.

This position offers an exceptional opportunity to develop expertise in pulmonary medicine through comprehensive inpatient and outpatient practice, procedural training, physician mentorship, increasing clinical autonomy, and an outstanding weekday schedule. It is an ideal opportunity for an experienced APP looking to build a rewarding career in pulmonary medicine while maintaining excellent work-life balance.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $115,000.00 - USD $190,000.00 /Yr.