Outpatient Pulmonary Physician Assistant Job near Myrtle Beach South Carolina
Job at a glance
Job description
A leading healthcare system in South Carolina is seeking a Pulmonary Medicine Physician Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on providing comprehensive pulmonary care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
Position Highlights:
- Primarily outpatient care with occasional inpatient consult support
- Monday-Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM, Friday: 8 AM - 12 PM
- 36 patient contact hours, 4 admin hours per week
- Call schedule: 1:5 rotation
- Work alongside 4 experienced pulmonologists, a dedicated nurse, respiratory therapists, and other specialists
- Average patient volume: 18-25 per day
- Common conditions treated: COPD, asthma, sleep apnea, lung infections, interstitial lung disease
- Procedures include: Pulmonary function tests (PFTs), oxygen therapy evaluations, CPAP/BiPAP management, and more
- Cerner EMR
Compensation & Benefits:
- Guaranteed salary (MGMA median) + WRVU bonuses
- $5K+ sign-on bonus
- Student loan repayment assistance (PSLF eligible)
- CME: $2K allowance + 5 days off annually
- Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, disability, retirement match)
- Work-life balance with 24 PTO days
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage provided
Medical Center:
- State-of-the-art facility serving the community for 95+ years
- Duke Health Affiliate in Cancer
- Top-rated employer (Forbes Best in State Employers 2024)
- Busiest da Vinci Robotic Surgery Platform in the eastern U.S.
- Certified stroke care and chest pain accreditation
Community Details:
This charming Southern town offers a blend of historic beauty and modern convenience. With its scenic riverwalk, vibrant downtown, and welcoming community, residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life while still having easy access to coastal attractions. The area boasts affordable living, excellent schools, and plenty of outdoor recreation, from kayaking on the river to exploring local parks. With a mild climate year-round and a strong local economy, it?s a great place to settle down, work, and enjoy a high quality of life.
Join a highly respected pulmonary team and make a difference in patient care while enjoying an excellent quality of life! Apply today.
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