Pulmonary Disease APP

Description

Specialization:

Pulmonary Disease

Job Summary:HCA Florida North Florida Hospital is seeking a nurse practitioner or physician assistant to join a high volume pulmonary practice:

Qualified Candidates:

Join a well-established group of three experienced physicians: two general pulmonologists and an interventional pulmonologist

Provider would focus primarily on inpatient service – rounding on patients, managing consults, performing procedures, and support of interventional pulmonology service.

Provider will work in conjunction with supervising physician on IP service that week and would see an average of 10 patient consults per day

Provider will manage visits of established patients one afternoon per week in OP clinic (Thursday); 8-10 patients on average

Provider may assist interventional pulmonologist with procedures and should be willing to perform the following procedures independently: chest tube placement and management, tracheostomy exchange, thoracentesis, and Tissue Plasminogen Activator (tPA) administration.

Prior procedure experience a plus, but not required

Prior inpatient experience preferred

Knowledge of respiratory therapy protocols is a plus

New grads encouraged to apply, as supervising providers are supportive of mentorship and education

Hours: M-F; 8am – 5pm

No night or weekend call coverage

Incentive/Benefits Package:

Employed opportunity through HCA Physician Services Group

Competitive compensation

Great comprehensive and flexible benefits program

PTO and CME time / allowance

Occurrence-based malpractice

Strong support system

About HCA Florida North Florida Hospital:

A trusted community hospital with 523 licensed beds located in Gainesville, Florida

Provides full-service medical and surgical acute care

Three freestanding emergency service locations, in addition to main ER

Accredited Chest Pain Center & DNV-GL accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center

Ranked top two in HCA Healthcare for stroke care in 2020

Certified as a Key Top-Quality Performer by Joint Commission

Evolving Graduate Medical Education Program

Nestled in the landscape of North Central Florida, Gainesville is known for its preservation of historic buildings, art, cultural diversity, and the beauty of its natural surroundings; including numerous springs, lakes, outdoor parks and museums. Not far from either coast, Gainesville is just a short drive to sandy beaches and some of Florida’s most notable attractions. Recognized as one of Florida’s most livable cities, Gainesville is an innovative city that combines both a small and big town feel.