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.
$80K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through expert audiology services. This role involves conducting diagnostic tests, fitting hearing aids, and building strong patient relationship...
1 week ago
$250K - $300K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional care to critically ill patients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive treatment in a fast-paced intensive care envir...
2 weeks ago
$124K - $140K *
Elevate your career by managing sales efforts for innovative products, building relationships with healthcare professionals, and driving business growth in a dynamic territory. Engage with technical i...
6 days ago
Healthcare Sales (Market) Liaison
$75K - $105K *
Innovate healthcare solutions by strengthening partnerships with referral sources, driving business growth in DME products, and managing operational oversight of respiratory services within a regional...
3 weeks ago
Internal Medicine Physician - BMG Primary Care at West Bay - Largo, FL
$210K - $250K *
Empower patient care by joining a dynamic team of physicians in a new practice. Collaborate in a supportive environment focused on delivering quality healthcare to adults, with opportunities for growt...
6 days ago
$150K - $167K *
Drive the development and implementation of clinical education in oncology, ensuring high-quality patient care through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and mentorship of nursing staff in a s...
2 weeks ago
Hospitalist Physician Assistant (Days/Swing Shift)
$100K - $120K *
Grow your career with us while delivering exceptional patient care in a dynamic team environment. Join a dedicated group of healthcare professionals and enhance your skills in a collaborative atmosphe...
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Advanced Practice Provider - Otolaryngology South Clinic
$137K - $201K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional pediatric ENT care. As an Advanced Practice Provider, you'll manage diverse patient cases and collaborate with top surgeons, driving innovation a...
2 weeks ago
$500K+*
Partner with us to deliver exceptional anesthesia care, ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes and participate in a suppor...
2 weeks ago
RN Pediatric Services Supervisor | Outpatient Clinics
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in pediatric care by supervising our outpatient specialty clinics. You'll mentor a dedicated team, optimize workflows, and enhance patient experiences while collaborating on strategic...
2 weeks ago
$83K - $108K *
Champion patient care by setting up advanced respiratory equipment in homes. Ensure adherence to safety procedures, provide vital education, and maintain accurate records while supporting a compassion...
3 weeks ago
$250K - $300K *
Drive exceptional pediatric anesthesiology care, collaborating with a dedicated team in a supportive hospital environment. Engage in diverse procedures and teaching opportunities while enjoying compet...
1 week ago
$73K - $91K *
Shape patient recovery by providing expert nursing care and education in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop personalized plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for...
2 days ago
Day Cardiothoracic Radiologist - Southwest Medical Imaging
$500K+*
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as a fellowship-trained Cardiothoracic Radiologist, where you'll engage in diverse cases and leverage innovative resources to enhance patient care in a suppo...
1 week ago
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Physician
$250K - $380K *
Advance patient recovery and quality of life by evaluating and treating physical impairments. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to create tailored rehabilitation plans, ensuring holistic mana...
1 month ago
Emergency Medicine Physician - Willmar, MN
$200K - $350K *
Lead transformative wound care practices by delivering expert, modern management at bedside in post-acute settings while enjoying flexible scheduling and a supportive environment for professional grow...
3 weeks ago
Perfusionist - Cardiothoracic Surgery - UW Medical Center-Montlake
$190K - $289K *
Unlock your potential as a Perfusionist, managing advanced extracorporeal circulation technologies in diverse surgical settings. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a...
2 days ago
Perfusionist - Cardiothoracic Surgery - UW Medical Center-Montlake
$190K - $289K *
Elevate patient care by managing extracorporeal circulation during surgeries. Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure optimal perfusion strategies and monitor vital parameters for diverse cardiac pr...
2 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist
$67K - $100K *
Join a dedicated team as a Certified Respiratory Therapist, providing essential respiratory care and support in a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to enha...
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
$67K - $100K *
Unlock potential by delivering advanced respiratory care and support. Collaborate with healthcare teams to implement treatment plans, operate equipment, and ensure optimal patient outcomes in a dynami...
1 week ago
$66K - $99K *
Champion respiratory care by planning and implementing diagnostic and therapeutic services, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through expert care and adherence to protocols in a dynamic healthcare set...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by operating and maintaining ECMO circuits for patients needing advanced cardiopulmonary support. Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure optimal patient care and safety througho...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Empower optimal patient outcomes by expertly operating perfusion equipment, ensuring safety and monitoring vital parameters during surgical procedures, all while collaborating closely with a comprehen...
3 weeks ago
$210K - $250K *
Join a dynamic healthcare team to provide anesthesiology services, prioritize patient care, and enhance work-life balance in a supportive environment that values military service contributions...
3 weeks ago
Medical Director, Clinical Development, Allergy & Immunology
$284K - $385K *
Join our team to provide clinical leadership and innovate research strategies for impactful therapeutics. Collaborate across functions, drive study execution, and enhance development programs for life...
4 weeks ago
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.