Pulmonary Physician Jobs
Pulmonary Physician jobs are open across hospital systems, academic medical centers, private pulmonology practices, and multispecialty groups, at every level from early-career to senior attending and fellowship-trained specialist, with concentrations in critical care medicine, sleep medicine, and interventional pulmonology. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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- Balanced practice encompassing critical care, inpatient pulmonary consultation, outpatient pulmonary medicine, and procedures.
- Rotating schedule designed to provide dedicated ICU, inpatient pulmonary, outpatient clinic, procedural, and non-service time.
- Collaborative ICU model with 24/7 in-house APP support.
- New, state-of-the-art endoscopy suite, featuring advanced diagnostic and interventional capabilities, including Ion robotic bronchoscopy and GE 3D fluoroscopy.
- Comprehensive pulmonary physiology laboratory equipped with PFT systems, cardiopulmonary exercise testing, arterial blood gas testing, and methacholine challenge capabilities.
- Dedicated Lung Nodule Clinic led by an APP, providing timely, protocol-driven evaluation and longitudinal follow-up while supporting physician access for complex pulmonary care and procedures.
- Collaborate with the dedicated Lung Nodule Clinic and John Stoddard Cancer Center’s multidisciplinary thoracic oncology team—including medical oncology, radiation oncology, and thoracic surgery—to provide coordinated care from nodule identification through diagnosis and treatment.
- Opportunities to participate in interstitial lung disease case conferences and multidisciplinary thoracic tumor boards.
- On-site radiology services and strong multidisciplinary specialty support.
- Practice within the region’s largest and continually growing primary care network, providing a robust referral base and significant opportunities to expand access throughout Central Iowa.
- Join a collegial pulmonary and critical care department supported by experienced respiratory therapists, nurses, APPs, and physicians who are committed to continued growth.
- Supportive mentorship available for physicians completing training or beginning their careers.
- Engaged administrative leadership invested in expanding pulmonary, procedural, and critical care services.
- Opportunities to teach.
- Option to attend weekly noon CME lectures offered through the internal medicine programs in Des Moines and at the University of Iowa in Iowa City.
- Lead multidisciplinary ICU rounds and coordinate care across clinical teams.
- Evaluate and manage critically ill patients, including ventilator management and bedside procedures.
- Provide inpatient pulmonary consultations and manage pulmonary service patients.
- Deliver comprehensive outpatient pulmonary care across Waukee Medical Park and the John Stoddard Cancer Center.
- Perform bronchoscopies and other pulmonary procedures, with opportunities to utilize advanced robotic bronchoscopy and 3D fluoroscopy technology.
- Interpret and support pulmonary diagnostic services, including pulmonary function testing and other advanced pulmonary physiology studies.
- Collaborate closely with oncology, thoracic surgery, radiology, and other specialties in the evaluation and treatment of patients with pulmonary disease and suspected or confirmed thoracic malignancies.
- Participate in a rotating schedule that includes ICU, inpatient pulmonary, outpatient clinic, procedural, and post-hospital service assignments.
- Collaborate with APPs and multidisciplinary care teams to ensure coordinated care across inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Provide physician oversight and clinical support for the APP-led Lung Nodule Clinic, including evaluation of complex cases and procedural planning when bronchoscopy or other advanced diagnostics are indicated.
- Collaborate with the Lung Nodule Clinic APP and multidisciplinary cancer team to facilitate timely evaluation, diagnostic workup, and continuity of care for patients with suspicious pulmonary nodules.
- Participate in interstitial lung disease case conferences, thoracic tumor boards, and other multidisciplinary programs based on clinical interests.
- Support the continued growth of pulmonary services, disease-management programs, procedural capabilities, and patient-access initiatives.
- Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and program-development activities.
- Educate and mentor residents and medical students.
Qualifications
- MD or DO
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pulmonology and Critical Care
- Ability to obtain and hold an unrestricted license to practice in the state of Iowa
- Hold current and unrestricted state and federal authority to prescribe and administer medications as necessary or appropriate to the physician’s field of practice
- Eligible to work in the United States (H1-B cap exempt)
- J-1 waiver sponsorship available
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Initial 2-year clinic salary guarantee with ability to exceed on an innovative compensation program; Shift based compensation for ICU work
- Performance incentives
- Competitive compensation package
- A competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what stage of life you are in.
- Generous time off and CME allowance, malpractice insurance, retirement contributions and more
- Dedicated provider resources to positively impact providers work-life balance
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, including a free third-party service for loan restructuring and consolidation.
- A commitment to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Support and development opportunities that are a crucial part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
- A culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what’s right for the people we serve.
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Who's Hiring
- LiveWell Homecare Agency15L
- US Department of Veterans Affairs13

- Piedmont Healthcare9

- SSM Health6

- CommonSpirit Health5

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services43
- Education8
- Agriculture & Farming2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pulmonary physician jobs.
- MD or DO degree with completed fellowship in Pulmonary Disease or Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
- Board certification or board eligibility in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine
- Active and unrestricted state medical license in the state of employment
- Proficiency with bronchoscopy, EBUS, thoracentesis, and mechanical ventilation management
- Experience with electronic medical record systems, commonly Epic or Cerner
- DEA registration and ability to obtain hospital privileges and credentialing
Tips for Your Pulmonary Physician Job Search
Align your CV to the practice setting
Hospital-employed roles prioritize inpatient volume metrics and EMR proficiency, while private practice listings weight procedural breadth. Tailor your CV summary to reflect the specific setting you're targeting so hiring committees see an immediate fit.
Highlight your board certification status clearly
Most listings require ABIM certification in Pulmonary Disease, with many also requiring Critical Care Medicine certification. State your certification status and exam year near the top of your CV so it's never buried in a dense credentials section.
Filter openings by procedural scope
Bronchoscopy, EBUS, thoracentesis, and mechanical ventilation management are listed as required skills at varying frequencies. Search for roles that match your procedural training, and flag any gaps before applying so you can address them in your cover letter.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists pulmonary physician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a multi-stage interview format
Pulmonary physician interviews typically include a department chair meeting, a case-based clinical discussion, and a separate credentialing or compliance review. Prepare a concise case presentation that demonstrates both diagnostic reasoning and your approach to complex ventilator management.
Negotiate call schedule before you sign
ICU and inpatient call obligations vary widely and directly affect quality of life. Ask for the exact call structure, nocturnist coverage availability, and how after-hours coverage is distributed among the group before entering formal contract negotiations.
Pulmonary Physician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most pulmonary physicians?
The companies hiring the most pulmonary physicians right now include LiveWell Homecare Agency, US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Piedmont Healthcare, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Georgia, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Health system consolidation has driven much of the demand, with large employed-medicine groups posting the highest volume of openings.
How many pulmonary physician jobs are remote?
About 13% of pulmonary physician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the procedure-heavy and inpatient nature of the specialty. Telehealth options are most common in outpatient follow-up care, sleep medicine consultations, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, where in-person procedures are not required for every visit.
How do you become a pulmonary physician?
You complete a four-year medical degree, followed by a three-year internal medicine residency, and then a two- to three-year fellowship in pulmonary disease or combined pulmonary and critical care medicine. After fellowship, you pass ABIM board exams in your specialty area, obtain a state medical license, and complete hospital credentialing before practicing independently.
How do you get hired as a pulmonary physician with limited experience?
Focus on roles at academic medical centers or teaching hospitals, which are more likely to hire physicians finishing fellowship and value research or case volume over years of attending experience. Emphasize fellowship procedural numbers, any publications or presentations, and strong references from your fellowship program director, as these carry significant weight when attending experience is limited.
What does the pulmonary physician interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone or video screening with a physician recruiter or department administrator, followed by an on-site visit that includes meetings with the division chief, department chair, and potential colleagues. You'll often present a clinical case or research topic, tour inpatient and outpatient facilities, and meet with a contracts or compliance representative before receiving an offer.
Where can I find and apply to pulmonary physician jobs?
You can find and apply to pulmonary physician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your training, practice setting preference, and location, and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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