Pulmonologist Jobs in California
Pulmonologist jobs in California represent one of the most active physician specialty markets in the country, with demand concentrated in academic medical centers, large integrated health systems, and outpatient respiratory care groups serving entry-level fellows through senior attending physicians. The heaviest hiring occurs in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where established employers such as Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, UC San Francisco Health, and Kaiser Permanente maintain consistent pulmonologist demand. Critical care pulmonology, interventional pulmonology, and sleep medicine are the sub-specialties drawing the most consistent openings across California. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Pulmonologist, we are searching for you! Our multistate long term care facilitator is seeking a Pulmonologist to steward the pulmonary health of residents amongst our five facilies in Central Valley. The ideal applicant will be willing to visit each facility monthly to review the Pulmonary Program caseload and assess needs and current intervention ultimately adding to the reduction of hospitalization and improving overall wellbeing of those we care for. Candidates will be responsible for diagnosing and managing respiratory disorders and provide comprehensive care to patients with pulmonary conditions and those who are susceptible to general decline. Applicants should have significant experience in interventional pulmonary with strong clinical, procedural and leadership skills. This is a primarily remote position though onsite visits at minimum monthly are required and candidates must be accessible by phone during business hours Monday through Friday. You will be a member of the facility team.
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Candidates should be board certified or board eligible in Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Interventional Pulmonology, or have completed an Interventional Pulmonology Fellowship. Licensure and prescribing capacity in the state of California is a must and should be held prior to consideration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic respiratory diseases on mechanical .
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Monitor patient progress.
- Educate patients and their families regarding respiratory health and post-discharge care.
- Participate in patient rounds and contribute to team discussions regarding care strategies and patient outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and treatment plans.
Qualifications:
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completed residency in internal medicine and fellowship in pulmonary medicine.
- Board certification in pulmonary medicine
- Experience with mechanical ventilation and management of patients in a subacute or critical care setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Additional training or experience in critical care medicine.
- Knowledge of rehabilitation protocols for patients recovering from respiratory failure.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pulmonologist jobs across California.
- Active California Medical License issued by the Medical Board of California
- Board certification or active board eligibility in Pulmonary Disease from ABIM
- Completion of an accredited pulmonary disease or pulmonary and critical care fellowship
- California DEA registration and current California Controlled Substance Utilization Review license
- Experience with bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, and mechanical ventilation management
- Familiarity with Epic or other major electronic health record systems used in California systems
Pulmonologist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pulmonologist in California?
To practice as a pulmonologist in California you must hold an active California Medical License issued by the Medical Board of California, which requires completing medical school, residency in internal medicine, and a fellowship in pulmonary disease or pulmonary and critical care medicine accredited by ACGME. After fellowship, most California health systems also require board certification or active board eligibility through the American Board of Internal Medicine in the Pulmonary Disease subspecialty.
How much do pulmonologists make in California?
Pulmonologists in California earn a median of about $281,590 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,590 for the lowest 10% to over $431,980 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pulmonologists in California?
Employers hiring pulmonologists in California right now include Sweetwater Care, Tenet Healthcare, and Loma Linda University Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's large integrated health systems, UC medical campuses, and regional multispecialty groups generate the most consistent volume of pulmonologist openings across the state.
Which California cities have the most pulmonologist jobs?
Inglewood, California, and Fresno have the most pulmonologist openings in California. Los Angeles anchors the list because of its density of academic medical centers, large hospital networks, and a patient population with high rates of respiratory illness, while San Francisco and San Diego benefit from major UC health campuses and large integrated systems that sustain ongoing hiring.
Are there remote pulmonologist jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Pulmonology is a hands-on clinical specialty that requires direct patient assessment, bronchoscopy, and in-person critical care coverage, so the vast majority of roles are on-site. About 67% of pulmonologist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost always limited to telehealth follow-up consultations or reading-only sleep study interpretation roles.
How can I get hired as a pulmonologist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to pulmonary and critical care fellowship programs at California's large academic centers, including UC Los Angeles, UC San Francisco, and UC San Diego, which train and frequently hire their own graduates into attending roles. Physicians completing internal medicine residency can also pursue locum tenens pulmonology positions at California community hospitals to build procedural experience before competing for full-time staff roles. Holding an active California Medical License and ABIM board eligibility gives new graduates a clear hiring edge over candidates still pending licensure.
Where can I find and apply to pulmonologist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to pulmonologist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from hospitals, health systems, and outpatient groups across the state. Find the roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly to each one.
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