Physician Assistant​/Oncology​/Georgia​/Locum Tenens​/Physician Assistant

Southeast Lung Associates is a leading pulmonary and sleep medicine practice dedicated to providing exceptional respiratory health care. Our board-certified physicians and advanced practice providers work collaboratively to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings. We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing team.

The Physician Assistant will work closely with our physicians to evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a wide range of pulmonary disorders. This position includes both outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital coverage as well as participation in a rotating weekend call schedule.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, obtain medical histories, and conduct physical examinations.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests, including imaging, pulmonary function testing.
• Manage acute and chronic pulmonary conditions such as COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease, lung infections, lung cancer.
• Provide inpatient consultations and assist with hospital rounds, admissions, and discharges.
• Collaborate with physicians to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families on disease processes, treatment plans, and lifestyle modifications.
• Participate in weekend and after-hours call on a rotational basis.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records in the electronic health record (EHR) system.

• Current and unrestricted Georgia Physician Assistant license.
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• BLS and ACLS certification required.
• Prior experience in pulmonary or critical care medicine preferred; new graduates with a strong interest in these specialties will be considered.
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills.

• Monday?
  
  Friday outpatient clinic.
• Rotating weekend hospital call coverage is shared among the provider team.
• Inpatient responsibilities primarily focused on consultative pulmonary care.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• CME allowance and paid CME days.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing mentorship from experienced pulmonary and sleep medicine physicians.
• Opportunity to work with advanced diagnostics and the latest treatment modalities in a respected specialty practice.

If you are a compassionate, driven, and team-oriented Physician Assistant looking for a fulfilling career in pulmonary and sleep medicine, we invite you to apply and become part of the Southeast Lung Associates family.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person