Pulminologist

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with respiratory disorders, including but not limited to: Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Chronic cough, Pulmonary fibrosis and interstitial lung diseases, Pulmonary nodules, Sleep-related breathing disorders, Bronchiectasis, Respiratory infections.
• Perform comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations.
• Interpret diagnostic studies including, but not limited: Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs), Spirometry, Chest imaging, Laboratory results, Arterial blood gases.
• Develop individualized treatment plans using current evidence-based clinical guidelines.
• Prescribe medications, inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and other appropriate treatments.
• Collaborate with primary care physicians, specialists, respiratory therapists, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance improvement programs.
• Ensure compliance with all organizational policies, regulatory requirements, HIPAA standards, and clinical protocols.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and continuing medical education activities.

Education and Experience

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.
• Current unrestricted medical license in the state of New York.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonary Disease.
• Current DEA registration.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency.
• Completion of an accredited Pulmonary Medicine fellowship.
• Previous outpatient pulmonary practice experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) systems.
• Experience treating adult patients with chronic respiratory diseases.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary ($325,000-$375,000).
• Hospital, Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits at no cost to all benefits-eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays).
• 401(k) Plan with employer contribution.
• Life Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Medical School Loan Repayment Incentive.
• Continuing Medical Education Opportunities.
• Wellness Benefits (Gym Membership Reimbursement, Exercise Equipment Reimbursement, etc.).