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Posted: 26-Apr-25
Location: Quakertown, Pennsylvania
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Advanced Practice Registered Nurses / Physician Assistants
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
The Advanced Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) is responsible for providing healthcare services to patients under the supervision of, and/or in collaboration with, the attending physician. These services include, but not limited to, medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, and referrals. Consists of diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescription
As with any other health care professional, the Advanced Practitioner is charged with being a patient advocate. The Advanced Practitioner will participate in patient satisfaction, quality, and performance improvement initiatives.
About the Pulmonary team at St. Luke's University Health Network:
Pulmonology is a medical subspecialty that allows for a variety of outpatient opportunities seeing routine follow-ups, complex hospital follow-ups, and sick visits. It is combined with inpatient opportunities too, as well as a higher level of acuity given our patient population. We also have opportunities for participation in procedures, research, education, and professional development opportunities, if desired.
The Pulmonary team at St. Luke's has an amazing team of 30+ physicians and advanced practitioners that work very closely together to care for our complex patients. Our physicians are extremely supportive of our advanced practitioners and we have an orientation process to allow for onboarding to our department. Once onboarded/acclimated, our APs are given independence in practice, but also agree that our physicians are always available and eager to collaborate as needed. The AP's work very collaboratively on a daily basis to cover inpatient/hospital needs, but function more independently in the outpatient setting.
This opportunity will primarily cover the inpatient and outpatient services, including the general pulmonary and interventional pulmonary services, at the St. Luke's Upper Bucks, Bethlehem, and Anderson campuses. An Interventional Pulmonology AP works in collaboration with Pulmonary Physicians that specialize in the management of complex airway and pleural diseases. The field of interventional pulmonology encompasses comprehensive care and treatment of benign and malignant lung diseases, offering both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. In addition, the AP collects and assists in the interpretation of reports from diagnostic and laboratory tests, radiographic procedures, and clinical studies. St. Luke's University Health Network Interventional Pulmonology Program is a growing subspecialty within the Pulmonary and Critical Care Division. The goal of the program is to offer cutting-edge technology and treatment to our local communities.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The Advanced Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) is responsible for providing healthcare services to patients under the supervision of, and/or in collaboration with, the attending physician. These services include, but are not limited to, medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, and referrals. Consists of diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, procedure assistance, and pharmaceutical prescription.
- Works in conjunction with Physicians to care for medical patients as requested.
- Performs history and physical examination of all patients seen. Provides primary care consultations on all patients as requested by other physicians.
- Round at least daily on all assigned patients.
- Make best efforts to adhere to standardized orders and practice guidelines that have been approved by the medical staff.
- Provide regular, timely, and appropriate communication with referring physicians, patients and their families.
- Participates in education of patients and their families.
- Actively develops care plans and discharge plans in conjunction with the Case Management team.
- Participates in regular meetings of the practice group.
- Submit timely and accurate billing information.
- Attends appropriate continuing medical education so as to maintain Pennsylvania and New Jersey licensures.
- Demonstrates ability to develop effective working relationships within the hospital and St. Luke's Health Network.
WHAT CAN WE OFFER TO YOU?:
- Robust orientation program for all levels of experience including new grads
- AP Mentorship Program
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Competitive Compensation Package
- CME plus Certification Cost Reimbursement
- Fitness and Sports Performance Center Memberships
- Malpractice Insurance
- Team-based care with well-educated, dedicated support staff
- Teaching, research, quality improvement and strategic development opportunities
CULTURE:
St. Luke's is a thriving, integrated health network where more than 850 Advanced Practitioners are integral members of the health care team. Our employed providers benefit from a dedicated leadership structure, a professional organization, and a culture that puts patient care at the center. With an established department of advanced practice that has a dedicated leadership structure, and with room for advancement and growth within the Network.
EDUCATION:
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner or Medical Physician Assistant with current license to practice in the state of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, as determined by the job location. Physician Assistants must also have a current certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Although one year experience in a similar setting is preferred, new grads are encouraged to apply!
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Sit up to 8 hours per day; 3 hours at a time. Stand for up to 8 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walking for up to 6 hours per day. Frequently lifting, carrying and pushing objects up to 10 pounds. Rarely lifting, carrying and pushing objects up to 75 pounds. Frequently stooping and bending. Frequently reaching above shoulder level. Frequently handling, firm grasping and twisting & turning as it relates to performing procedures. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision. Must be able to speak as it relates to normal conversation and projection as it relates to lectures and presentations.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
