American Addiction Centers·Kenosha, Wisconsin
Provide advanced pulmonary care through outpatient clinic visits, inpatient rounds, and support for interventional pulmonary procedures. Lead the growth of the Lung Nodule Program and coordinate complex diagnostic and treatment pathways for patients.
02340 AMG Highway 50 - Pulmonary Medicine
Status: Full time
Benefits: Eligible:
Hours Per Week: 40
40 hour work week M-F; primarily in clinic seeing outpatients during office hours. May vary with start time between 7:30a-8:3a and ending between 430p-6p.
$54.90 - $82.35
Shape the Future of Advanced Pulmonary Care
Aurora Medical Center Kenosha/Mount Pleasant is seeking a highly motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing Interventional Pulmonology Program. This is a rare opportunity to become part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to advancing the diagnosis and treatment of complex pulmonary diseases.
The ideal candidate is passionate about procedural medicine, values collaboration, and enjoys caring for patients across the continuum of care. You will work directly alongside expert interventional pulmonologists while collaborating with one of the nation's premier Pulmonary Fellowship Programs, providing a unique blend of academic engagement, clinical excellence, and cutting-edge pulmonary care.
As our program continues to expand, you'll play an integral role in building new services, developing innovative care pathways, and growing a comprehensive Lung Nodule Program that is transforming lung cancer detection and management throughout the region.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Join a rapidly expanding Interventional Pulmonology program.
Work alongside internationally recognized pulmonary specialists and one of the country's top pulmonary fellowship training programs.
Gain exposure to advanced diagnostic and therapeutic pulmonary procedures.
Enjoy a diverse practice that includes clinic, inpatient consultative care, procedural support, and care coordination.
Develop meaningful patient relationships while practicing with a high level of autonomy and physician collaboration.
Help lead and grow a comprehensive Lung Nodule and Lung Cancer Screening Program.
Strong mentorship, professional development, and opportunities to expand procedural knowledge.
Exceptional work-life balance within a supportive and collegial environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, malpractice coverage, retirement plans, generous PTO, tuition assistance, CME support, wellness resources, and more.
Interventional Pulmonology Care
Partner in the continued growth and development of Interventional Pulmonology services at Aurora Medical Center Kenosha/Mount Pleasant.
Assist with and support a variety of pulmonary procedures, including thoracentesis, chest tube management, pleural disease interventions, and other advanced pulmonary procedures.
Evaluate patients before and after procedures, coordinating laboratory testing, imaging studies, and treatment plans.
Perform comprehensive assessments, formulate management plans, and provide longitudinal pulmonary care.
Manage patients independently while collaborating closely with physicians and multidisciplinary specialists.
Coordinate care across outpatient and hospital settings to ensure seamless patient experiences.
Inpatient & Consultative Services
Conduct daily inpatient rounds and follow hospitalized pulmonary patients.
Evaluate and manage pulmonary consults from inpatient units and the Emergency Department.
Collaborate with hospitalists, intensivists, surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, and primary care providers to optimize patient outcomes.
Facilitate smooth care transitions and comprehensive discharge planning.
Lung Nodule Program
Serve as a key member of a growing multidisciplinary Lung Nodule Program.
Evaluate and manage patients with incidental and screening-detected pulmonary nodules.
Coordinate timely diagnostic workups, imaging surveillance, specialty referrals, and procedural interventions.
Participate in multidisciplinary lung nodule conferences and thoracic oncology tumor boards.
Guide patients through complex diagnostic and treatment pathways while providing education and support.
This is more than a job, it's an opportunity to help build the future of Interventional Pulmonology in Southeast Wisconsin. Join a team that combines advanced procedural care, academic collaboration, innovation, and compassionate patient-centered medicine. If you're looking for a role that offers professional growth, procedural experience, job satisfaction, and the chance to make a lasting impact on patients' lives, we'd love to hear from you.
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Must be a graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program with a Master's or doctoral degree. Requires a current Wisconsin license, active DEA registration, and BLS/ACLS certifications.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Wisconsin are typically in demand across primary care, specialty care, and hospital settings, especially where employers need licensed NPs and PAs who can step in quickly. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an accredited graduate degree, active Wisconsin licensure, board certification, and a DEA license; benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, paid parental leave, and dental coverage can also factor into decisions. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential status and certification area before applying.