Pulmonology Amarillo VA Healthcare System, Lubbock, TX
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Lubbock
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS VA AMARILLO
HEALTH CARE SYSTEM (PULMONOLOGIST) SCOPE OF PRACTICE SPECIALTY
SERVICE SCOPE OF PRACTICE : All providers who are granted
privileges in VA Amarillo Health Care System are allowed to
provide, deliver and/or interpret professional services (within the
scope of their license) in all care settings. It is understood that
the requested privileges (as marked below) represent only the
requested privileges in the areas in which the applicant believes
he/she meets the applicable standards of education, training, Board
Certification and demonstrated proficiency. CORE PRIVILEGES : All
(Pulmonologist) who are granted privileges to provide, deliver
and/or interpret are hereby granted the following core privileges:
The Pulmonologist is responsible for patient care, patient/family
education and participation in any indicated clinical research in
pulmonary medicine. The pulmonologist provides comprehensive care
for patients who have illnesses within the scope of pulmonary
medicine/sleep spectrum as noted in privileges granted. The Scope
of these activities covers all phases of ambulatory care. Other
responsibilities may include education of medical students and
residents and/or supervision of other providers. Most of the
pulmonologist’s time is devoted to patient care and education, with
the remaining time set aside for performance improvement
activities, creative research to improve patient care, activities
sufficient to maintain proficiency in state-of-the-art pulmonary
care. Care will be provided to the Amarillo VA Healthcare System,
physical duty location is the Amarillo, TX. 2. Documents care
provided in the computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) in
accordance with Amarillo VA Health Care System requirement.
Documents the detailed, targeted, initial history and physical
examination required for evaluation in the electronic tools(s)
required by VA. Obtains consent and documents procedures performed
for which the pulmonary specialist is responsible. Provides
education and counseling of patients and families in preventative
care, medical conditions, and the use of prescribed treatments and
drugs. Review and revise policies and scope of practice/standards
of operation to meet the needs of the National VA and Amarillo VA
Health Care System mandates. Review and guide protocols in chronic
patient managements including coordinating efforts with prosthetics
department to meet patient’s needs and maintain fiscal
responsibility. Writes medical orders and prescriptions for
non-controlled and controlled substances, as necessary, for the
care of the patient in accordance with Federal and State law.
Responds to and completes consults received for the evaluation of
pulmonary and sleep, including Performing comprehensive, detailed,
targeted, initial history and physical examinations in compliance
with national guidelines. Orders diagnostic studies such as
laboratory tests, X-rays, PFTs, electrocardiograms (EKG’s) and
other tests.
Keywords: Veterans Health Administration, Lubbock , Pulmonology Amarillo VA Healthcare System, Lubbock, TX, Healthcare , Lubbock, Texas
