Physician Assistant

Full Job Description

Overview
Join Southeast Lung Associates as a Physician Assistant, a vital role dedicated to delivering pulmonary & sleep exceptional patient care across diverse medical settings ( outpatient mainly + 1 per month hospital weekend call). In this position, you will collaborate closely with physicians to provide comprehensive assessments, diagnose conditions, develop treatment plans, and perform procedures. AthenaHealth a plus. M-F 8am – 5pm ( outpatient ) & 7:30am – 3pm ( hospital when on call). Pulmonary experience a plus. GA license & SC license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments including physical examinations, vital signs, and medical history reviews to determine health status and needs.
• Assist in diagnostic evaluations utilizing medical imaging, laboratory results, and other diagnostic tools.
• Manage pulmonary and sleep conditions.
• Provide patient education on health coaching, medication administration, pain management strategies, and preventive care practices.
• Document all patient interactions accurately within electronic health record (EHR) systems

Skills

• Proficiency with EMR systems such as AthenaHealth,MediTech for efficient data management and documentation.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and diagnostic evaluation techniques.
• Experience with critical care environments including ICU, familiarity with ventilator management and infectious disease care.
• Ability to handle complex patient cases involving acute pain management, airway management.
• Knowledge of CPT coding and ICD coding (ICD-9/10) for accurate billing and documentation; understanding of medical-surgical protocols and post-acute care practices.
• Excellent patient assessment capabilities combined with compassionate communication skills to deliver holistic care across diverse populations including neonatal ventilator management or senior care settings. This role is ideal for motivated Physician Assistants eager to expand their clinical expertise while making a meaningful impact on patient health outcomes. We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities in areas such as public health initiatives or advanced procedural techniques. Join us in delivering high-quality healthcare that truly makes a difference!

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person