Explore pulmonologist jobs focused on diagnosing and treating diseases of the lungs and respiratory system. Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including positions in hospitals, health systems, specialty clinics, academic medical centers, and research organizations.
Pulmonologists evaluate and manage conditions such as asthma, COPD, pneumonia, interstitial lung disease, pulmonary hypertension, and sleep-related breathing disorders. Their work may include interpreting pulmonary function tests and imaging, performing or coordinating diagnostic procedures, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with primary care physicians and other specialists. Some roles also include intensive care or sleep medicine responsibilities.
Employers typically seek physicians who have completed medical school, residency training in internal medicine, and fellowship training in pulmonary disease. Board certification or eligibility, an active medical license, clinical experience, and strong communication and teamwork skills are commonly expected. Requirements vary by employer, subspecialty, and location.
Pulmonologists may work in inpatient or outpatient care, academic medicine, private practice, or multidisciplinary specialty programs. Career paths can include pulmonary and critical care medicine, sleep medicine, interventional pulmonology, clinical research, and medical leadership. Role schedules and responsibilities differ, so review each listing for details about call coverage, patient population, procedures, and practice structure.
Browse pulmonologist openings and compare opportunities by location, employer, and role focus. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping physicians identify positions that align with their experience and career goals. Review each listing for compensation information and specific qualifications.
Senior Director, Global Medical Affairs & Evidence Generation, empasiprubart (MMN)
$180K - $220K *
Shape global medical strategies for MMN, driving evidence generation and launch readiness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate insights into impactful actions, enhancing patient outco...
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Primary Care Physician - 4 days in clinic, 1 day remote
$211K - $252K *
Transform patient care by managing diverse needs in a collaborative environment. Engage in acute, chronic, and well visits, utilizing your clinical expertise while supervising colleagues and embracing...
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Translational Medicine Scientist
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by joining a global team focused on clinical research compliance. You will negotiate and interpret informed consent for biospecimens, shaping the future of precision medicine and ensu...
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Epic Analyst – EpicCare Inpatient/ASAP
$80K - $95K *
Transform healthcare technology by optimizing EpicCare Inpatient/ASAP applications. Collaborate with stakeholders, provide support, and enhance workflows to ensure efficient clinical operations and us...
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Physician - Diagnostic Tele-Radiologist
$210K - $250K *
Grow your career by providing comprehensive diagnostic radiology services, including consultations and interpretations for a diverse patient population. Collaborate remotely to ensure timely and accur...
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Assistant General Counsel, Americas
$160K - $200K *
Champion the legal landscape for Phase 3 and commercial activities in the Americas, providing strategic counsel across the product lifecycle while partnering closely with commercial and medical affair...
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$85K - $160K *
Optimize clinical sales support for advanced vascular solutions, driving product adoption and exceptional patient outcomes. Collaborate with sales and clinical teams to enhance training, education, an...
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Pediatric Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician (LICSW/Psychologist)
$75K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team as a licensed Therapist or Psychologist, providing integrated behavioral health care in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with primary care teams to deliver evidence-based ther...
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$210K - $250K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional tele-neurology care through 7 monthly shifts, enhancing patient outcomes while collaborating with a dedicated team in a supportive, flexible remote environmen...
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$110K - $130K *
Join us to lead the development and execution of clinical study designs, ensuring effective project management and collaboration across teams. Your expertise will drive the success of clinical trials...
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Regional Medical Lead - Great Lakes
$209K - $313K *
Lead regional medical strategy by fostering key stakeholder relationships, optimizing patient-centric initiatives, and ensuring alignment with business goals to enhance healthcare outcomes and collabo...
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Primary Care Physician - Multiple DC Openings- 4 days in clinic, 1 day remote
$253K - $302K *
Engage in comprehensive patient care by managing diverse needs, conducting in-office and tele-health visits, and collaborating with clinical teams. Supervise colleagues while continuously enhancing yo...
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Director, Medical Science Liaison (East)
$148K - $222K *
Drive clinical adoption and enhance partnerships by leading a high-performing Medical Science Liaison team. Collaborate with sales and medical teams to educate stakeholders, influence decision-making...
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Medical Director, Post-Service Review & Medical Claims Review (MCR)
$195K - $341K *
Engage in clinical oversight and support staff training while ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory compliance in a collaborative healthcare environment focused on member care and ope...
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Clinician Coding Liaison - Medical Based Specialties - Dental
$73K - $110K *
Join a team that delivers expert coding education, ensuring compliance and accuracy in documentation. Collaborate with clinicians to improve coding practices and optimize revenue cycle management, whi...
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$140K - $170K *
Shape the success of enterprise health systems by leading full implementations. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage project lifecycles, mitigate risks, and ensure smooth transitions to customer s...
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Senior Medical Science Liaison, Lymphoma (Lacutamab)
$215K - $230K *
Lead the charge in advancing scientific engagement and strategy for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. As a Senior Medical Science Liaison, you'll build relationships, share insights, and support medical affa...
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Senior Medical Science Liaison, Lymphoma (Lacutamab)
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Senior Medical Science Liaison, Lymphoma (Lacutamab)
$215K - $230K *
Unlock potential by serving as a scientific expert in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, building relationships with healthcare professionals, and driving medical strategy for lacutamab. Collaborate across di...
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Senior Medical Science Liaison, Lymphoma (Lacutamab)
$215K - $230K *
Explore the forefront of hematology as a Senior Medical Science Liaison, driving scientific engagement and insights in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance medical s...
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$123K - $136K *
Drive the future of virtual healthcare by delivering exceptional patient care through telehealth visits, collaborating with a dedicated team, and utilizing advanced technology to enhance patient exper...
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$123K - $136K *
Lead virtual patient care by delivering evidence-based telehealth services, collaborating with a dynamic team, and enhancing clinical skills through continuous learning. Drive exceptional healthcare e...
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$85K - $268K *
Drive sales and distribution of AEDs and related systems in the Education and Utility sectors. This high-impact role focuses on creating demand, building a pipeline, and closing complex opportunities...
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$185K - $252K *
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100% Neuroradiologist - Outpatient with ChristianaCare
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Transform outpatient imaging by leveraging your expertise as a neuroradiologist. Enjoy a fully remote role with no overnight calls, a supportive team, and opportunities for teaching and collaboration...
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What does a pulmonologist do?
A pulmonologist is a physician who diagnoses and treats diseases of the lungs and respiratory system. Responsibilities may include evaluating symptoms, interpreting diagnostic tests, managing chronic conditions, and coordinating care with other specialists.
What training is required to become a pulmonologist?
Pulmonologists generally complete medical school, an internal medicine residency, and fellowship training in pulmonary disease. Employers may also require board certification or eligibility and an active medical license.
Where do pulmonologists work?
Pulmonologists work in hospitals, health systems, outpatient clinics, private practices, academic medical centers, and research settings. Some positions combine pulmonary medicine with critical care, sleep medicine, or interventional procedures.
Do pulmonologists also practice critical care medicine?
Some pulmonologists complete combined pulmonary and critical care fellowship training and work in intensive care units. Other pulmonologists focus primarily on outpatient or inpatient pulmonary care; responsibilities depend on the position.
How can I find pulmonologist jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Ladders for vetted professional openings with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review individual listings for salary details, location, clinical focus, experience requirements, and schedule.