Bronx, New York, Pulmonology Physician Assistant Job
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Bronx, New York
Position OverviewA large, well-established multispecialty group in the Bronx is seeking an experienced Pulmonary Physician Assistant to join its pulmonary medicine team. This is a permanent position with a collaborative practice model, supporting pulmonologists in the evaluation and management of patients with a wide range of respiratory conditions in outpatient and, when applicable, inpatient settings.
Clinical Responsibilities-
Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories and physical examinations, for pulmonary conditions such as asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, and sleep-related breathing disorders
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Order, interpret, and review diagnostic studies, including chest imaging, pulmonary function tests, arterial blood gases, and sleep studies
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Manage chronic respiratory diseases in collaboration with supervising pulmonologists
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Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, inhaler technique, and lifestyle modifications
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Assist with or perform pulmonary procedures, as credentialed, including thoracentesis, pleural catheter management, and bronchoscopy support
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Provide inpatient consults, daily rounding, and discharge planning when applicable
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Prescribe medications and therapies within scope of practice and state licensure
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Coordinate care with physicians, APPs, nursing, and ancillary services
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Participate in quality improvement initiatives and follow-up planning
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Document all encounters accurately and efficiently in the EMR
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Multispecialty group practice
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Outpatient clinic with potential inpatient responsibilities
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Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Multiple practice locations throughout the Bronx
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Board-certified or board-eligible Physician Assistant
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Post-training pulmonary experience required
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Strong clinical and diagnostic skills in pulmonary medicine
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Procedural experience preferred (based on training and credentialing)
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Bilingual Spanish is a plus, not required
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Competitive salary: $115,000–$130,000 annually
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Comprehensive benefits package
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H-1B visa sponsorship available, if needed
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Large multispecialty group with offices throughout the five boroughs
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Over 140 physicians and 100+ advanced practice providers
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Established infrastructure and specialty support
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Easily accessible via public transportation
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Practice in the Bronx with access to all that New York City has to offer
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Diverse patient population and urban clinical experience