Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) - Pulmonology

About the Role

The Pulmonary APP provides specialty care to adult patients with chronic and complex respiratory conditions and in pulmonary clinic settings. Working in collaboration with the supervising physician, the APP delivers evidence-based evaluation, education, and management for patients with conditions such as COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease, and pulmonary nodules. Additionally, this role may encompass the management of sleep disorders. The role supports access, continuity, and team-based care within the pulmonary service line.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage adult patients with pulmonary conditions in an outpatient clinic setting
• Conduct history taking, physical exams, and review of diagnostic studies to guide clinical decision making
• Develop and implement treatment plans for pulmonary conditions
• Monitor and adjust therapies including inhalers, oxygen, and medications as clinically indicated
• Educate patients and families on disease processes, medications, and lifestyle management
• Communicate and coordinate care with supervising physicians, primary care providers, and specialists
• Document accurately and timely in the electronic health record
• Participate in follow-up of imaging, labs, and pulmonary function testing
• Support patient access through timely follow-up and chronic disease monitoring workflows
• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to evidence-based pulmonary care

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Advanced Nursing or Physician Assistant program
• National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care, Adult or Family Medicine or national certification as a PA-C
• Unrestricted nursing license or physician assistant medical license (or ability to obtain) in Washington State
• DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association

Why MultiCare?

• Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years
• Growth and education – Leadership development, mentorship and continued professional growth opportunities across a collaborative, integrated health system
• Well-being and support – Flexible scheduling, generous time off and MultiCare’s Physician & APP Well-Being Program support your well-being and help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other
• Belonging for all – A culture where providers feel heard, respected and part of the team from day one, supported by Resource Groups and outreach programs
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life

Pay

The pay scale is $156,600.00 – $160,800.00 USD. Pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.