Teaching Associate (APP) - Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine (Interventional Pulmonology)
Position Overview
Organization: Medicine, Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
Title: Teaching Associate (APP) - Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine (Interventional Pulmonology)
Position Details
Position Description
The Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Department of Medicine, at the University of Washington invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Advanced Practice Provider (APP) at the rank of Teaching Associate, with an anticipated start date of March 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community.
The successful candidate will provide interventional pulmonology (IP) care as part of the IP service at UWMC-Montlake under the supervision of the Director of Interventional Pulmonology.
The APP is a member of the inter-professional pulmonary and critical care team that includes attending physicians, pulmonary and critical care trainees, multidisciplinary specialists (thoracic surgery, radiology, medical oncology, pathology), and procedural suite staff providing diagnostic and therapeutic IP care at UWMC-Montlake. The selected candidate will provide care independently and collaboratively with other team members. The role is based primarily in the outpatient setting, split between the IP/Lung Nodule Clinic and procedural suite support. Core duties include independently evaluating and managing patients in the Lung Nodule Clinic; completing pre-procedure assessments and post-procedure follow-up for bronchoscopic and pleural procedures; coordinating care with the IP physician, scheduler, and procedural suite staff; and serving as a liaison between procedural suite staff and the IP attending to support proper set-up and workflow for scheduled cases. Candidates with procedural experience, or a strong interest in developing procedural skills, are encouraged to apply. Opportunities exist for training and credentialing in bedside procedures including thoracentesis, chest tube placement and management, and tunneled pleural catheter placement, management, and removal. This is a weekday-only position; no weekend, holiday, or call coverage is required. Teaching associates hold annual appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1–June 30) and may be reappointed to subsequent annual terms. Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July–June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off.
The base salary range for this position will be $9,167–$15,174 per month ($110,004–$182,095 per year), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
For practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, see the link for additional benefits that may be available at: https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf.
Our Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine is a collaborative and multidisciplinary community of over 200 faculty, fellows, researchers, advanced practice providers, and staff across five major clinical sites in Seattle, including UW Medical Center–Montlake, Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center–Northwest, the VA Puget Sound Health Care System, and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. Our growing Interventional Pulmonology service partners closely with thoracic surgery, medical oncology, and radiology in the diagnosis and staging of lung cancer, management of complex pleural disease, and therapeutic airway interventions. We are home to several highly active centers, including the Center for Lung Biology, the Cambia Palliative Care Center of Excellence, the Center for Interstitial Lung Disease, and the Sepsis Center for Research Excellence (SCORE-UW). Our mission integrates excellence in clinical care, research, and education, spanning foundational science through translational, clinical, and population health research, with a strong emphasis on mentorship and the development of physician-scientists through our long-standing NIH T32 training program. Our Division faculty excels in research productivity and impact spanning high-impact journals across the fields of pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. In 2024 alone, our T32 mentors secured approximately $46 million in research funding and contributed to over 300 publications.
We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, advancing innovation through strategic research infrastructure, and delivering equitable, high-quality care to the communities we serve.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program, or foreign equivalent.
- Current and valid licensure as an ARNP or PA in Washington State.
- Nationally certified ARNP/PA-C with DEA.
- Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and clinical expertise in pulmonary medicine, critical care, thoracic oncology, or a related procedural specialty (e.g., interventional radiology).
- A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience. Experience in pulmonary medicine, critical care, interventional pulmonology, or a related procedural specialty is preferred. Prior experience performing bedside procedures (e.g., thoracentesis, chest tube placement) is preferred but not required; strong candidates without this experience will be trained and credentialed in the role.
Instructions
Applications must be submitted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
- Cover letter – 1 page detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences
- Curriculum vitae
- References – 1 page containing contact information for at least 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request
Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in clinical care and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
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