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.
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine
$135K - $173K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on patient-centered care in pulmonary and sleep medicine. This full-time role involves direct patient management, diagnostic testing, and collaborative tre...
2 weeks ago
Attending Physician - Advanced Heart Failure
$450K *
Engage with us to lead the Advanced Heart Failure program, balancing inpatient duties, outpatient clinics, and collaborative research, while enhancing patient care and fostering academic growth...
4 weeks ago
APP (NP/PA) Pulmonary and Critical Care
$133K - $215K *
Shape the future of critical care by joining our dedicated team as an Advanced Practice Provider, managing complex patient cases and delivering high-quality care across multiple ICUs in a fast-paced e...
3 weeks ago
Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Pulmonology - Columbia
$95K - $115K *
Drive excellence in patient care by diagnosing and treating health issues, while adhering to established protocols and enhancing operational efficiency through quality assurance and education initiati...
Today
$275K - $500K+*
Lead critical care initiatives in a collaborative environment, enhancing patient outcomes and clinician engagement. Join a physician partnership culture that values autonomy and equal distribution amo...
1 week ago
Supervisor, Respiratory Care Services
$80K - $95K *
Advance your career by supervising Respiratory Care Services staff, ensuring quality patient care and efficient workload management across adult and pediatric populations in a dynamic healthcare envir...
2 weeks ago
Physician - Long Term Acute Care
$275K - $500K+*
Transform healthcare by providing critical care expertise in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes and support high-acuity cases in a vibrant community...
1 week ago
$375K - $500K *
Deliver integrated, multidisciplinary care as a Board Certified Pulmonologist/Sleep Medicine Physician, enhancing patient outcomes in a collaborative, physician-led environment with ample growth oppor...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic ICU team as an Advanced Practice Provider to deliver critical care, manage patient plans, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary group while ensuring adherence to protocols and regulat...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Discover your potential as a key member of our ICU team, providing comprehensive patient care, coordinating specialty teams, and performing critical procedures in a collaborative environment focused o...
3 weeks ago
Pulmonary APP | Lovelace Medical Group | Albuquerque, NM
$95K - $115K *
Support a dynamic outpatient pulmonary practice by delivering high-quality patient care, utilizing advanced technology to enhance efficiency, and collaborating with a team of physicians to improve pat...
1 week ago
Director of Respiratory Therapy and Sleep Lab
$80K - $95K *
Champion excellence in respiratory therapy and sleep lab operations, ensuring optimal patient care and efficient departmental management. Lead staffing, scheduling, and clinical services while directl...
Today
$156K - $160K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing specialized care for patients with complex pulmonary conditions. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver evidence-based evaluations, education, a...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Pharmacist Ambulatory Care--Pulmonary--hybrid, full time
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing patient care through comprehensive medication management and collaborative practices, ensuring safe and effective pharmacotherapy in an ambulatory care setti...
Today
Advanced Practice Provider- Pulmonary
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. As an Advanced Practice Professional, you'll assess, diagnose, and manage pulmonary patients, collaborating with a multi...
2 days ago
Cardiovascular Critical Care Physician
$500K *
Join a dynamic team to provide expert critical care for complex cardiovascular patients, managing both Cardiac Medical and Surgical ICUs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to enhance pa...
1 week ago
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Inpatient Pulmonary (TCC, Complex Pulmonary)
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional care for complex pulmonary patients. This role involves training families, managing diverse conditions, and collaborating with healthcare professi...
1 week ago
$95K - $119K *
Transform patient care by planning and implementing respiratory services across units, ensuring quality and safety while adapting to evolving healthcare needs and fostering respectful interactions wit...
2 days ago
$70K - $109K *
Unlock potential by delivering exceptional Respiratory Care to patients, collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal treatment outcomes in both inpatient and outpatient settings, while adher...
Today
AHMG Pulmonology/Critical Care at Lenexa City Center - Kansas City, KS
$250K - $300K *
Join a dynamic team of Pulmonary/Critical Care specialists, providing comprehensive care in a supportive environment. Enjoy a balanced call schedule and robust practice opportunities in a thriving com...
1 week ago
Clinical Scientist - Respiratory
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical development through scientific integrity. Collaborate with Medical Directors to ensure data quality and effective execution of clinical trials, provi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform the Respiratory Care Department by establishing standards of practice and objectives in collaboration with clinical teams, enhancing patient care quality and outcomes while promoting organiz...
Reposted yesterday
Assistant Professor Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine - CE or Tenure Track
$160K - $200K *
Empower the next generation of physicians while delivering outstanding clinical care. In this role, you will engage in teaching, research, and quality improvement efforts, focusing on pediatric pulmon...
4 weeks ago
$90K - $130K *
Elevate patient care by leading the clinical respiratory program, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while fostering staff development and collaboration across departments to enhance servi...
1 week ago
Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist
$145K - $175K *
Join a dynamic team as a Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist, driving regulatory strategy and compliance for medical devices. Lead submissions, manage registrations, and mentor cross-functional te...
1 week 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.