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.
Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiologist [Req#: 979504, Position#: 134136]
$300K - $350K *
Champion advanced heart failure care by leading clinical duties, teaching, and research. Collaborate with a dynamic team in a state-of-the-art facility, enhancing patient outcomes and fostering academ...
2 weeks ago
Director of Critical Care Services
$113K - $180K *
Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing critical care services, enhancing patient safety and quality. Drive operational excellence, foster collaboration, and support staff development in a...
1 week ago
Director of Critical Care Services
$113K - $180K *
Elevate critical care services by leading clinical operations, enhancing quality, and fostering collaboration. Drive operational excellence and staff development while ensuring high-quality, evidence...
1 week ago
Electrophysiology Cardiologist (MD or DO)
$500K+*
Advance cardiac health by providing expert electrophysiology care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes through diagnostic evaluation...
1 week ago
$70K - $105K *
Join a team that's advancing cardiovascular research through innovative molecular biology. Lead complex projects, mentor staff, and drive scientific excellence to enhance health outcomes and contribut...
1 week ago
Medical Specialist I (Gastro)-Portland, OR
$140K - $190K *
Join a team that's focused on driving sales in Gastroenterology by building strong relationships, crafting strategic approaches, and delivering exceptional results while complying with industry standa...
4 weeks ago
$156K - $208K *
Elevate patient care by providing comprehensive support in an ENT clinic. Collaborate with physicians to diagnose and manage conditions, perform procedures, and educate patients, ensuring high-quality...
1 week ago
$180K - $220K *
Shape the future of healthcare by overseeing clinical services, ensuring quality patient care, and collaborating with medical staff. This role requires strong leadership and decision-making skills to...
2 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Elevate healthcare delivery by leading clinical services as a Site Medical Director, ensuring quality care and compliance while collaborating with providers and supervising staff to enhance patient ou...
3 weeks ago
Respiratory Therapist (RCP II)
$80K - $115K *
Deliver comprehensive respiratory care across diverse patient populations, including acute and critical care settings. Collaborate with physicians to execute treatment plans and ensure optimal patient...
3 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform patient care by leading Respiratory Therapy Services. Oversee clinical operations, ensure compliance, and enhance departmental performance while delivering critical respiratory support and d...
3 days ago
Precision Medicine Executive, Rare Blood Disease Tri-State
$146K - $211K *
Drive advancements in precision medicine by fostering key relationships, enhancing diagnostic testing, and supporting patient identification for rare blood diseases through strategic account managemen...
1 week ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy
$87K - $113K *
Transform patient care by providing expert respiratory assessment and management, ensuring effective therapy delivery while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance overall clinical outc...
4 weeks ago
Clinical Scientist (CONSULTANT)
$125K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading clinical data review and innovative strategies to enhance clinical trials for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive execution and improve pat...
1 week ago
Pediatric Critical Care Physicians - Job ID #22788
$210K - $250K *
Transform pediatric care by diagnosing and managing critically ill infants and children. Engage in clinical practice, education, and ICU oversight while contributing to scholarly activities and on-cal...
1 week ago
$250K - $300K *
Champion the transformation of emergency medicine leadership, guiding multiple programs with strategic vision. Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance patient safety, engage physicians, and eleva...
4 weeks ago
$250K - $300K *
Join a team that offers dynamic leadership for emergency medicine across multiple facilities, focusing on physician engagement, quality improvement, and operational excellence while driving patient sa...
4 weeks ago
Physician - Advanced Cardiac Imaging and Cardio-Oncology
$250K - $300K *
Transform your career with a prominent role in advanced cardiac imaging and cardio-oncology, where you'll provide exceptional patient care, engage in research, and teach across diverse clinical settin...
4 weeks ago
Physician, Family or Internal Medicine
$180K - $220K *
Empower health outcomes by providing patient-centered care in a collaborative environment. As a physician, you'll develop individualized treatment plans and foster meaningful relationships, focusing o...
3 weeks ago
Physician MD/DO - Priority Care
$287K *
Join our team to provide exceptional patient-centered care as a Family Medicine Physician. Collaborate with a dedicated team in a dynamic environment, focusing on walk-in and same-day care to enhance...
6 days ago
Physician - Surgery, Cardiothoracic
$300K - $350K *
Transform patient care by joining a leading cardiothoracic surgery team, delivering exceptional surgical services while participating in education and mentorship across multiple sites in the region, f...
4 weeks ago
$60K - $112K *
Explore interdisciplinary research in influenza aerosol biology and airborne transmission. Lead studies integrating virology, engineering, and quantitative analysis to advance understanding of viral t...
1 week ago
$60K - $112K *
Lead interdisciplinary research on influenza aerosol biology and airborne transmission, guiding experimental strategies and integrating human and animal studies. Collaborate with diverse teams to adva...
1 week ago
Palliative Care Advanced Practice Practitioner
$95K - $115K *
Champion compassionate palliative care by conducting consultations, managing symptoms, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses...
1 week ago
$160K - $200K *
Lead the charge in delivering quality pediatric healthcare, establishing trust with families, and effectively diagnosing and treating childhood illnesses while promoting preventive care and healthy de...
2 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.