Summary

The Lung Cancer Screening Program physician assistant (PA) is a position located in the Pulmonary Division of the Medicine Service. The physician assistant reports directly to Section Chief of Pulmonology.

Duties

• 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
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• 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