Pulmonology Job In Gainesville, Florida
Pulmonary Disease APP
Description
Specialization:
Pulmonary Disease
Job Summary:
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital is seeking a nurse practitioner or physician assistant to join a high volume pulmonary practice:Qualified Candidates:
- Join a well-established group of three experienced physicians: two general pulmonologists and an interventional pulmonologist
- Provider would focus primarily on inpatient service – rounding on patients, managing consults, performing procedures, and support of interventional pulmonology service.
- Provider will work in conjunction with supervising physician on IP service that week and would see an average of 10 patient consults per day
- Provider will manage visits of established patients one afternoon per week in OP clinic (Thursday); 8-10 patients on average
- Provider may assist interventional pulmonologist with procedures and should be willing to perform the following procedures independently: chest tube placement and management, tracheostomy exchange, thoracentesis, and Tissue Plasminogen Activator (tPA) administration.
- Prior procedure experience a plus, but not required
- Prior inpatient experience preferred
- Knowledge of respiratory therapy protocols is a plus
- New grads encouraged to apply, as supervising providers are supportive of mentorship and education
- Hours: M-F; 8am – 5pm
- No night or weekend call coverage
Incentive/Benefits Package:
- Employed opportunity through HCA Physician Services Group
- Competitive compensation
- Great comprehensive and flexible benefits program
- PTO and CME time / allowance
- Occurrence-based malpractice
- Strong support system
About HCA Florida North Florida Hospital:
- A trusted community hospital with 523 licensed beds located in Gainesville, Florida
- Provides full-service medical and surgical acute care
- Three freestanding emergency service locations, in addition to main ER
- Accredited Chest Pain Center & DNV-GL accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center
- Ranked top two in HCA Healthcare for stroke care in 2020
- Certified as a Key Top-Quality Performer by Joint Commission
- Evolving Graduate Medical Education Program
Nestled in the landscape of North Central Florida, Gainesville is known for its preservation of historic buildings, art, cultural diversity, and the beauty of its natural surroundings; including numerous springs, lakes, outdoor parks and museums. Not far from either coast, Gainesville is just a short drive to sandy beaches and some of Florida’s most notable attractions. Recognized as one of Florida’s most livable cities, Gainesville is an innovative city that combines both a small and big town feel.
Gainesville is nestled among rolling hills in the heart of beautiful north central Florida and boasts scenic lakes, wetlands and trails. Gainesville has been consistently recognized as one of Florida's most livable cities. The healthcare industry is the second largest employer in the city. The city offers a variety of cultural activities, museums, historic places of interest, and excellent education. Area population: 218,000 and steadily rising.
Located in Gainesville, Florida, home of the University of Florida, North Florida Regional Medical Center is a 510 bed full service medical-surgical acute care facility serving 14 counties and offering comprehensive heart care, women's health, diabetes care and neuromusculoskeletal services. North Florida Regional Medical Center has been chosen as one of the Top 100 Hospitals in America by HCIA.
- Provides full-service medical and surgical acute care
- Three freestanding emergency service locations, in addition to main ER
- Accredited Chest Pain Center & DNV-GL accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center
- Ranked top two in HCA Healthcare for stroke care in 2020
- Certified as a Key Top-Quality Performer by Joint Commission
- Evolving Graduate Medical Education Program