Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Lung Nodule Program & Interventional Pulmonology

Community Health Partners is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our multidisciplinary Lung Nodule Program & Interventional Pulmonary services. The Lung Program at Community Health System is one of the largest programs in the nation focused on early diagnosis and expedited treatment of lung cancer. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will evaluate & follow up patients with lung nodules in clinic, assist in preparing patients for biopsy procedures and evaluate in-patient consultation & follow ups related to interventional pulmonology in-patients. This provider will play a key role in ensuring timely, thorough, and coordinated care within the Interventional Pulmonology & Lung nodule Program. Depending on the level of interest & training, there is also an opportunity to perform certain procedures and assist the Interventional Pulmonologist with advanced thoracic endoscopic procedures.

Accountabilities

1. Triage incoming referrals
2. Evaluate new consults in clinic and follow ups as appropriate
3. Evaluate new consults in the in-patient setting and follow ups as appropriate
4. Assist our Interventional Pulmonologist with advanced thoracic endoscopic procedures if needed in certain cases
5. Perform certain basic procedures appropriate to the level of training and interest 

The Community Health System is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare network based in Fresno, California. Community is the region's largest healthcare provider and private employer. Community is home to the only Level I Trauma Center and comprehensive burn center between Los Angeles and Sacramento. We also serve as the area's "safety net provider." In fiscal year 2024, Community provided more than $216 million in uncompensated services and programs. In addition to our hospitals, our health system includes a vast medical network, medical foundation, medical group and health plan. The Community Provider Network is a network of provider affiliates and partners that provides our patients access to over 2,500 physicians. Our medical foundation, Community Health Partners, includes over 475 primary and specialty care providers in 55 practice locations, serving Valley families at every stage of life. Our health plan, Community Care Health is one of the Valley’s largest HMO plans —providing local businesses with affordable medical insurance for employees. We also operate four acute-care hospitals – Community Regional Medical Center, Clovis Community Medical Center, Fresno Heart & Surgical Hospital and Community Behavioral Health Center – as well as several long-term care, outpatient and other healthcare facilities. Community's hospitals are fully accredited by the Joint Commission. This position requires a commitment to excellence in patient care, collaboration, communication, teaching, research and a dedication to place the patient at the center of all decisions.

Fresno, California, offers an exceptional quality of life with the rare combination of a lower cost of living and the amenities of a major metropolitan area. Recognized as the fifth largest city in California, residents benefit from an affordable housing market, diverse neighborhoods, and a welcoming, multicultural community. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate Fresno’s unique position as the only major U.S. city with convenient access to three iconic national parks: Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon, all within a short drive. The area is known for its sunny weather nearly year-round, with mild winters and no snow in the city. This pleasant climate allows for outdoor recreation throughout all seasons. Additionally, the Central Coast’s beaches and scenic Highway 1 are just two and a half hours away, while San Francisco and Los Angeles are both within easy reach for weekend getaways. Fresno’s combination of an easygoing lifestyle, family-friendly environment, and access to both professional opportunities and outdoor adventures makes it an ideal place for physicians to build a fulfilling career and enjoy a high quality of life.

Education
• Completion of a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program required
• Credentialed by the CMC Medical Staff Office as an Allied Health Professional and privileged to perform Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Standardized Procedures required

Experience
• 2 years of clinical experience in the area of specialty preferred

Licenses and Certifications
• If qualifying as a Nurse Practitioner, the following is required
o NP - Current State of California Nurse Practitioner License required
o NPF - Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number required
o If qualifying as a Physician Assistant, the following is required
o PA - State of California Physician Assistant License required
o DEA - DEA Controlled Substance Number required
o BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
o Ability to participate in a federally funded program (Medicare and Medicaid) required
o NPC - National Certified Nurse Practitioner by ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center) or AANP (American Academy of Nurse Practitioners) preferred
o CRNFA - Certified RN First Assistant preferred

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.