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.
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Empower individuals by providing tailored speech therapy services across diverse populations. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes while enjoying flexible scheduling and compe...
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Advanced Practice Provider - Psychiatry Inpatient
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Join a team that's transforming inpatient Behavioral Health services by providing exceptional psychiatric care. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient wellness and resilience in a suppor...
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Outpatient General Cardiologist
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Shape the future of cardiovascular care by evaluating and managing patients with heart conditions, interpreting diagnostic studies, and collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver personalized trea...
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Join a dedicated team as you assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders, enhancing patient quality of life through tailored therapy and collaboration with healthcare profession...
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Respiratory Therapist RRT - Weekender - Nights
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Drive impactful respiratory care by assessing, treating, and educating patients across all ages. Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and provide essential support during cri...
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Associate Center Medical Director - Physician
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Empower healthcare delivery by overseeing clinical and administrative functions. Lead a dedicated team, ensure optimal patient care, and contribute to performance initiatives, all while enjoying a bal...
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Heart and/or Lung Transplant Surgeon: Cardiac Surgeon
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Transform the future of cardiac care by leading our Advanced Heart Failure, LVAD, and Transplant section. Drive clinical excellence, mentor future leaders, and engage in groundbreaking research within...
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Join us to provide exceptional critical care for pediatric patients in a dedicated CICU. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and drive research, education, and qualit...
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Inspire your career as an Advanced Practice Provider, collaborating with physicians to deliver exceptional inpatient care for diverse patient needs, while exercising independent clinical judgment and...
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Polysomnographic Technologist/Educator
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Support and educate patients in sleep health, collaborate with clinicians, and manage telemedicine consults while ensuring optimal care and compliance in diverse settings. Travel as needed to enhance...
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Transform the landscape of Gastroenterology through clinical excellence, education, and research. Engage in a dynamic role that balances patient care, teaching, and innovative program development with...
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Drive your career forward by leading pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient care. Oversee staff, manage business initiatives, and develop policies while delivering high-qualit...
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Oversee the development and coordination of pharmacy services, ensuring safe prescription filling and compliance. Lead a team of pharmacists and technicians while managing business operations and iden...
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Shape the future of patient care by leading clinical operations and quality initiatives. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance practice culture, drive performance, and ensure high-quality, pati...
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Respiratory Therapist - (Full-Time) MH Respiratory Therapy
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Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional cardio-respiratory care. Collaborate with healthcare professionals in critical settings to enhance patient outcomes and advance respiratory ther...
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Cardiovascular Specialist, Health and Science Professional - Baltimore, MD
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Drive sales and foster relationships in the healthcare sector by engaging customers through innovative strategies and effective communication, while leveraging analytical skills and product knowledge...
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Respiratory Therapist - Rockford Il.
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Innovate healthcare delivery by serving patients in their homes while collaborating with a dedicated team. This role blends office duties with field visits, enhancing patient care and promoting health...
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Optimize patient recovery by conducting evaluations, creating treatment plans, and delivering physical therapy to enhance function and alleviate pain, ensuring adherence to established care standards...
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Join a dedicated team to evaluate and treat patients, restoring function and alleviating pain through tailored physical therapy plans. Collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance patient outcomes...
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Optimize patient recovery through tailored physical therapy evaluations and treatment plans, ensuring adherence to excellent care standards. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcom...
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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.