Pulmonologist Jobs in Texas
Pulmonologist jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand from large academic medical centers, integrated health systems, and specialty pulmonary and critical care practices spread from Houston and Dallas to San Antonio. Major employers with lasting hiring presence include Houston Methodist, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and Baylor Scott & White Health, each maintaining pulmonology and sleep medicine divisions that recruit at every level from fellowship-trained new graduates through senior attending physicians. Sleep medicine, interventional pulmonology, and critical care are the sub-specialties drawing the heaviest recruitment activity across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Houston Methodist Hospital, the #1 hospital system in Texas and ranked #8 in the nation for Pulmonology & Lung Surgery by U.S. News & World Report, is seeking a Transplant Pulmonologist to join our distinguished Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine Division.
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive care for patients with advanced lung disease and lung transplantation, contribute to our high-performing Lung Transplant Program, and support our academic and research missions.
Responsibilities:
- Manage pre- and post-lung transplant patients in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
- Participate in transplant candidate selection, clinical care, and quality initiatives.
- Engage in clinical or translational research and teaching of trainees.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- Highly competitive base salary with productivity incentives
- Sign-on bonus
- 5 weeks of paid time off (PTO), plus 1 week of CME and observed holidays
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous 403B and retirement plans
QUALIFICATIONS
- MD or DO (or equivalent)
- Board-certified/eligible in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
- Advanced fellowship training in Lung Transplantation preferred
- Eligible for Texas medical licensure
WHY HOUSTON METHODIST:
Consistently ranked among U.S. News & World Report’s best hospitals, Houston Methodist is the #1 hospital system in Texas and #8 in the nation for Pulmonology & Lung Surgery. Our nationally recognized Lung Transplant Program is known for exceptional outcomes, multidisciplinary collaboration, and innovation in advanced lung disease management.
COMPANY PROFILE:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
Houston Methodist Hospital, the #1 hospital system in Texas and ranked #8 in the nation for Pulmonology & Lung Surgery by U.S. News & World Report, is seeking a Transplant Pulmonologist to join our distinguished Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine Division.
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive care for patients with advanced lung disease and lung transplantation, contribute to our high-performing Lung Transplant Program, and support our academic and research missions.
Responsibilities:
- Manage pre- and post-lung transplant patients in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
- Participate in transplant candidate selection, clinical care, and quality initiatives.
- Engage in clinical or translational research and teaching of trainees.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- Highly competitive base salary with productivity incentives
- Sign-on bonus
- 5 weeks of paid time off (PTO), plus 1 week of CME and observed holidays
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous 403B and retirement plans
QUALIFICATIONS
- MD or DO (or equivalent)
- Board-certified/eligible in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
- Advanced fellowship training in Lung Transplantation preferred
- Eligible for Texas medical licensure
WHY HOUSTON METHODIST:
Consistently ranked among U.S. News & World Report’s best hospitals, Houston Methodist is the #1 hospital system in Texas and #8 in the nation for Pulmonology & Lung Surgery. Our nationally recognized Lung Transplant Program is known for exceptional outcomes, multidisciplinary collaboration, and innovation in advanced lung disease management.
COMPANY PROFILE:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pulmonologist jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas Medical Board license or eligibility for Texas medical licensure
- Board certification or active board eligibility in Pulmonary Disease through ABIM
- Completion of an accredited pulmonary disease or combined pulmonary and critical care fellowship
- MD or DO degree from an accredited U.S. or internationally recognized medical school
- DEA registration and Texas Controlled Substances registration for prescribing authority
- Experience with bronchoscopy, pulmonary function testing, and mechanical ventilation management
Pulmonologist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pulmonologist in Texas?
To practice as a pulmonologist in Texas, you must hold an active license issued by the Texas Medical Board, which requires completing medical school, residency in internal medicine, and a pulmonary disease or combined pulmonary and critical care fellowship. After training, candidates apply to the Texas Medical Board for licensure and must obtain board certification or demonstrate active board eligibility through the American Board of Internal Medicine. Most Texas hospital systems also require DEA and Texas Controlled Substances registration before credentialing is complete.
How much do pulmonologists make in Texas?
Pulmonologists in Texas earn a median of about $269,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,600 for the lowest 10% to over $457,450 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pulmonologists in Texas?
Employers hiring pulmonologists in Texas right now include Houston Methodist, US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Ascension, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's concentration of large integrated health systems, academic medical centers, and independent pulmonary specialty groups means openings appear consistently across both inpatient critical care settings and outpatient pulmonary practices throughout the state.
Which Texas cities have the most pulmonologist jobs?
Houston, Waco, and Temple have the most pulmonologist openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense concentration of academic and Level I trauma centers, including those in the Texas Medical Center, while Dallas and San Antonio are anchored by large integrated systems like UT Southwestern, Baylor Scott & White, and CHRISTUS Health, which sustain steady pulmonology recruitment across both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Are there remote pulmonologist jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of pulmonologist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how procedure-dependent and patient-facing the specialty is. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work are telehealth follow-up visits for stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or asthma patients, remote interpretation of pulmonary function studies, and administrative or utilization review positions within managed care organizations.
How can I get hired as a pulmonologist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path for a newly trained pulmonologist in Texas is applying directly to fellowship-to-attending pipeline programs at large academic systems such as UT Southwestern or Houston Methodist, which regularly hire graduating fellows into their first attending roles. Candidates who complete their fellowship at a Texas institution have a direct credentialing advantage. Internal medicine hospitalist experience is the most common lateral move that positions candidates for pulmonary and critical care hybrid roles, and holding active Texas Medical Board licensure before fellowship graduation shortens the credentialing timeline significantly.
Where can I find and apply to pulmonologist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to pulmonologist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from hospitals, health systems, and specialty practices across the state. Find roles that fit your training and credentials and apply directly without creating an account or signing up.
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