SummaryThe 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
