APP - Interventional Pulmonology - Augusta, GA
Wellstar Health System
Summary
WMCG is seeking a full-time, experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to support and coordinate the procedural aspects of the Interventional Pulmonology (IP) program at Wellstar-MCG Health. This APP will assist in caring for patients with lung cancer, metastatic lung disease, or undiagnosed pulmonary lesions.
Job description
You’ll play a key role in evaluating patients, preparing them for procedures, and coordinating post-procedure care alongside physicians, nurse navigators, and the broader pulmonary team. Procedural training will be provided, including thoracentesis, chest tube placement, and ultrasound guidance.
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care (80%)
- Serve as the primary contact for inpatient IP consults and new referrals
- Evaluate and triage patients for Interventional Pulmonology procedures
- Complete H&Ps, order labs and imaging, and oversee both inpatient and outpatient care
- Coordinate all pre- and post-procedure processes for seamless patient care
- Collaborate with Anesthesia, Endoscopy, and OR teams for efficient scheduling
- Manage pleural catheter patients (training provided)
- Provide education to patients and families regarding procedures and follow-up care
- Attend clinics and rounds with IP attending physicians
- Support multidisciplinary case discussions and clinical trial coordination
- Review all new inpatient interventional Pulmonology consults
- Be first call for all inpatient interventional Pulmonology consults
- Prepare and evaluate patients for appropriate procedures in conjunction with the IP attending on call
Administrative (20%)
- Maintain a current calendar and database of all IP procedures
- Assist in developing and maintaining clinical protocols and SOPs
- Participate in thoracic tumor boards, pulmonary case conferences, and staff meetings
- Support quality improvement and research initiatives
- Complete required documentation for FMLA, disability, and insurance as needed
Qualifications
- Licensure: Current Georgia NP or PA license (or eligibility)
- Certification: Acute Care certification required
- Education: Completion of an accredited APP training program
- Experience: Hospital-based experience preferred; oncology or ICU background a plus
- Skills: Strong interest in interventional and procedural medicine, teamwork, patient-centered care
Ongoing Professional Growth
Opportunities to attend conferences, participate in research, and engage in continuing education.
Requirements
- Current Georgia NP or PA license (or eligibility)
- Acute Care certification required
- Completion of an accredited APP training program
- Hospital-based experience preferred
- Oncology or ICU background a plus
- Strong interest in interventional and procedural medicine
- Teamwork
- Patient-centered care
Benefits
- Professional growth opportunities
- Continuing education
- Research participation
- Conference attendance
Company overview
Wellstar Health System is one of Georgia's largest and most comprehensive integrated healthcare systems, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Marietta, Georgia. As a non-profit health system, Wellstar operates with a mission to enhance the health and well-being of every person it serves through its PeopleCare approach. The system employs approximately 29,469 to 33,000 team members across multiple hospitals, health parks, medical offices, outpatient centers, pediatric centers, nursing facilities, and hospice and home care services. Wellstar is nationally recognized for operating Georgia's largest integrated trauma network and features the second-largest Emergency Department in the United States. The organization provides more than $1 billion annually in charity care and community programs, demonstrating its commitment to community health. Wellstar has earned numerous accolades including recognition on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, Best Workplaces in Health Care, and PEOPLE Companies that Care lists. The system embraces innovation through its venture firm Catalyst by Wellstar, which nurtures early-stage healthcare companies, and maintains academic partnerships with institutions like the Medical College of Georgia for caregiver training. With specialties spanning cardiovascular care, oncology, women's health, pediatrics, musculoskeletal services, and numerous other medical disciplines, Wellstar delivers comprehensive healthcare across all stages of life.