Pulmonologist Jobs

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.

What Pulmonologists Do

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.

Common Pulmonologist Qualifications

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.

Work Settings and Career Paths

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.

Find Pulmonologist Opportunities on Ladders

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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$300K - $319K *

Join a collaborative team as a General Radiologist, providing diverse diagnostic imaging services while enjoying a balanced work-life. Opportunities for Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem roles availa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$260K - $500K+*

Join a team that's redefining patient care in a dynamic Hematology-Oncology practice. Collaborate with leading specialists and enjoy a balanced outpatient clinic and inpatient rounding experience, all...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Elevate patient care by providing expert medical treatment and supervision. Engage in quality assurance and improvement initiatives while representing the medical center across communities. Collaborat...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $98K *

Oversee patient evaluations and implement tailored respiratory care plans. Collaborate with healthcare teams to manage complex cases, ensuring quality improvement and patient education in a fast-paced...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $135K *

Advance patient care by delivering safe, direct nursing services in an ambulatory setting. Leverage clinical expertise to enhance patient satisfaction while providing leadership and resources to staff...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Lead a dynamic pediatric radiology department, fostering excellence in diagnostic imaging. Engage in clinical practice, leadership roles, and education while working in a collaborative and innovative...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$210K - $250K *

Empower pediatric imaging excellence by leading a teleradiology service that prioritizes quality, innovation, and safety in remote patient care, ensuring timely and accurate interpretations across a d...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$250K - $300K *

Unlock potential by driving clinical excellence in Allergy and Immunology. Blend leadership with innovative care, education, and research. Collaborate with top professionals to enhance patient outcome...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$200K - $250K *

Empower your career by providing high-quality outpatient internal medicine services. Join a dedicated team focused on community care, managing diverse patient needs while ensuring compliance and docum...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive medical care in a correctional setting. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver acute care, ensure compliance, and support quality...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing patient care as a Senior Physical Therapist, overseeing multiple clinics, mentoring staff, and driving quality improvement initiatives while delivering expert therapy acro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$73K - $98K *

Champion patient care by evaluating and implementing respiratory treatment plans. Provide critical respiratory support, educate families, and drive quality improvement in a dynamic healthcare environm...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $350K *

Empower individuals with cancer through innovative rehabilitation care. Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing patient outcomes, developing clinical programs, and advancing research in cancer rehabi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$292K - $347K *

Lead the charge in optimizing emergency care operations, enhancing patient flow, and ensuring top-notch quality standards as a physician leader overseeing the Emergency Department's clinical and opera...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Deliver advanced, comprehensive care to critically ill patients in the ICU. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, utilizing critical thinking and procedural expertise to ensure high-quality patie...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide advanced care for critically ill patients in the ICU, utilizing your expertise in critical thinking and procedural skills to enhance patient outcom...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing advanced care for critically ill patients in the ICU. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based treatment while utiliz...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Champion advanced care in critical settings, providing comprehensive support to critically ill patients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes through expert clinical s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$210K - $250K *

Partner with us to provide exceptional care as a Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Intensivist. This role involves leading a dynamic team in a top-ranked children’s hospital, enhancing academic developm...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$73K - $91K *

Elevate patient care by applying evidence-based nursing practices in a dynamic cardiology environment. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure holistic, family-centered cardiac care while maintain...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Explore a rewarding opportunity to provide comprehensive outpatient care for adult patients in a supportive team environment, with no call responsibilities and a flexible 4.5-day work schedule...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Engage in a rewarding inpatient role, managing cardiovascular patients with a supportive team. Enjoy a unique 7-on/7-off schedule, focusing solely on hospital care while developing your cardiology exp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Lead the Adult Congenital Heart Disease program, providing expert care and advancing clinical practices in a dynamic healthcare environment while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team focused on...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $106K *

Oversee patient assessments and tailored nursing interventions in cardiology, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure quality care, effective pain management, and adherence to hospital p...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional care in thoracic surgery. As an Advanced Practice Provider, you'll collaborate with surgeons and healthcare professionals to enhance patient outco...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a pulmonologist do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.