Physician Assistant / Oncology / Georgia / Locum Tenens / Physician Assistant

Southeast Lung Associates is a leading pulmonary and sleep medicine practice dedicated to providing exceptional respiratory health care. Our board-certified physicians and advanced practice providers work collaboratively to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings. We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing team.

Position Overview
The Physician Assistant will work closely with our physicians to evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a wide range of pulmonary disorders. This position includes both outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital coverage as well as participation in a rotating weekend call schedule.

Key Responsibilities

· Perform comprehensive patient assessments, obtain medical histories, and conduct physical examinations.

· Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests, including imaging, pulmonary function testing.

· Manage acute and chronic pulmonary conditions such as COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease, lung infections, lung cancer.

· Provide inpatient consultations and assist with hospital rounds, admissions, and discharges.

· Collaborate with physicians to coordinate patient care.

· Educate patients and families on disease processes, treatment plans, and lifestyle modifications.

· Participate in weekend and after-hours call on a rotational basis.

· Maintain accurate and timely medical records in the electronic health record (EHR) system.

Qualifications

· Current and unrestricted Georgia Physician Assistant license.

· Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.

· Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

· BLS and ACLS certification required.

· Prior experience in pulmonary or critical care medicine preferred; new graduates with a strong interest in these specialties will be considered.

· Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills.

Schedule & Call

· Monday?Friday outpatient clinic.

· Rotating weekend hospital call coverage is shared among the provider team.

· Inpatient responsibilities primarily focused on consultative pulmonary care.

What We Offer

· Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

· Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plan.

· Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.

· CME allowance and paid CME days.

· Supportive team environment with ongoing mentorship from experienced pulmonary and sleep medicine physicians.

· Opportunity to work with advanced diagnostics and the latest treatment modalities in a respected specialty practice.

Join Us
If you are a compassionate, driven, and team-oriented Physician Assistant looking for a fulfilling career in pulmonary and sleep medicine, we invite you to apply and become part of the Southeast Lung Associates family.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person