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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$232K - $315K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading a dynamic team of Key Account Managers. Drive strategic initiatives while fostering collaboration with internal partners to meet customer needs and achieve bu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$332K *

Engage with a dynamic team of neurologists to provide exceptional patient care, leveraging your expertise in neuro-muscular conditions. Enjoy a flexible schedule, low call burden, and a supportive env...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Champion patient care by assisting physicians with examinations, treatments, and referrals. Engage in rounds and provide comprehensive support to enhance patient management and outcomes in a dynamic c...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $104K *

Join our team as a Speech Therapist, providing essential therapy services to patients with speech, language, and fluency disorders. Collaborate with families and healthcare professionals to enhance co...

2 days ago

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

$130K - $161K *

Elevate patient care by diagnosing and managing complex cardiovascular conditions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in both inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring high-quality treatment...

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

$36K - $500K+*

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dedicated team to manage complex heart failure patients, ensuring optimal care through assessments, treatments, and collaboration with healthcare professionals. This full-time role offers a dyn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Advance patient care with comprehensive assessments and referrals, ensuring timely clinical evaluations. Collaborate with hospital staff for optimal patient admissions and care management across behav...

3 weeks ago

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

$190K - $230K *

Pioneer comprehensive family medicine care, fostering long-term patient relationships in a collaborative environment. Join a supportive team dedicated to preventive care and chronic disease management...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining gastroenterology care, working alongside experts to deliver outstanding patient outcomes in a supportive environment. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with a 4-day workweek whi...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing cardiovascular care, providing direct clinical management for both inpatient and outpatient patients. Work collaboratively with a dynamic team in a fast-paced...

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

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical excellence and leading value-based care initiatives. This role combines patient care with clinical leadership, focusing on improving outcomes and qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing compassionate palliative care to adults with serious illnesses. This role involves in-home assessments, symptom management, and care coordination, while also...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Engage in comprehensive palliative care by providing consultative services for patients with serious illnesses. Collaborate with a dedicated team to assess and address the complex needs of patients in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $170K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as a Clinical Research Sub-Investigator, supporting clinical trials through direct patient interaction and collaboration with investigators. Ensure protocol adherence while enhanci...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Transform clinical trials by joining a dynamic team as a Physician Assistant. Support research as a Sub-Investigator, ensuring safe and compliant execution of protocols while enhancing participant car...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team in the CTICU, providing expert care for complex cardiothoracic patients. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans, manage critical conditions, and lead emerge...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower healthcare providers by delivering essential education and support, enhancing patient care through strategic engagement and collaboration with local HCPs in the Gastroenterology field...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.