Outpatient Thoracic Surgery and Interventional Pulmonology APP (NP/PA)

Inova is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our growing Outpatient Thoracic Surgery and Interventional Pulmonology team. This role provides comprehensive care for patients with thoracic conditions in a collaborative, multidisciplinary outpatient setting. The APP will partner closely with thoracic surgeons, interventional pulmonologists, nursing staff, and other specialists to deliver exceptional patient-centered care throughout the continuum of treatment. Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality, and patient experience and is recognized as a top employer in the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient evaluation and management for patients with thoracic/interventional pulmonology conditions, including lung nodules, lung cancer, airway obstruction, mediastinal masses, pleural effusions, esophageal disorders, chest wall disorders, and benign thoracic diseases.
• Conduct new patient consultations, follow-up visits, and pre-operative and post-operative evaluations.
• Obtain comprehensive patient histories, perform physical examinations, develop treatment plans, and document clinical findings.
• Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory studies, pulmonary function tests, pathology reports, and diagnostic imaging, including CT, PET, and chest X-rays.
• Perform and interpret chest ultrasounds.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and remove pleural catheters and chest tubes.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and remove gastrostomy/jejunostomy tubes.
• Collaborate closely with thoracic surgeons and multidisciplinary teams, including pulmonology, oncology, radiation oncology, radiology, and primary care providers.
• Coordinate pre-operative evaluations, surgical clearances, and post-operative care to ensure seamless transitions across the continuum of care.
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment options, surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and ongoing surveillance.
• Manage postoperative concerns, medication adjustments, and symptom management through clinic visits, telephone encounters, and electronic patient communications.
• Facilitate referrals and coordinate care with ancillary services, including pulmonary rehabilitation, smoking cessation programs, nutrition, and social work.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support evidence-based clinical practice.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Board Certified (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA).
• BLS certification required.
• Current Virginia Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license (or eligibility for licensure).
• Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain.

Qualifications

• Prefer a provider with prior thoracic surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, surgical oncology, pulmonology, or related surgical experience, or a minimum of two years of advanced practice clinical experience.
• Two or more years of Advanced Practice Provider experience in Thoracic Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Pulmonology, or a related specialty (preferred).
• Experience managing patients with thoracic malignancies and post-operative thoracic surgical care (preferred).
• Familiarity with multidisciplinary cancer care and outpatient surgical practice (preferred).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions—starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: Up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 toward eligible student loans.
• Mental Health Support: 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person, per year, at no cost for team members, their spouses/partners, and their children.
• Paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote/hybrid career opportunities where applicable.
• Competitive compensation package: Market-competitive base salary, comprehensive performance incentive plan, and clinical productivity bonuses.
• Opportunities for Sign-On, Retention, and Relocation bonuses.

About Us

We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Our 26,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. We support our team with best-in-class facilities and professional development opportunities at every step. Inova is constantly striving to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.