Respirologist

SYMY Recruitment; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

SYMY Recruitment is assisting a client in Edmonton to fill a Respirologist position focused on inpatient care for respiratory diseases. The role involves working within multidisciplinary teams, engaging in research and education, and providing expert care to patients with COPD, asthma, pneumonia, and lung conditions.

Candidates must hold an MD (or equivalent), completed residency in Internal/ Pulmonary Medicine, and fellowship in Pulmonary Medicine with board certification in Respirology.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent degree required.
• Residency in Internal Medicine and/or Pulmonary Medicine.
• Fellowship training in Pulmonary Medicine.
• Board certification in Respirology/Pulmonology.
• European and/or American Sleep Medicine board certification.
• Licensure to practice medicine CPSA approved.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with respiratory symptoms.
• Order/interpret diagnostic tests (CXR, CT, PFTs, bronchoscopy).
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe inhalers, oxygen, and drug therapies.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatments.
• Order PFTs, sleep studies, and CPAP/Bilevel therapy as needed.
• Collaborate with primary care, therapists, nurses, and specialists.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Participate in clinic quality improvement and accreditation initiatives.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Decision-making

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

MD or equivalent

Residency: Internal/Pulmonary

Fellowship: Pulmonary Medicine

Board: Respirology/Pulmonology

Sleep Medicine board certs (EU/US)

Licensure CPSA approved

Job description

SYMY Recruitment is conducting this search on behalf of a client. The Respirologist is responsible for providing expert care to patients with respiratory and pulmonary conditions. This includes diagnosing, treating, and managing diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, lung cancer, interstitial lung disease, and other acute or chronic lung infections or diseases. The role involves inpatients only, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and participation in research and education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with respiratory symptoms.
• Order and/or interpret diagnostic tests such as chest X-rays, CT scans, pulmonary function tests, and bronchoscopy.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and therapies including inhalers, oxygen therapy, and drug therapies.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments as necessary.
• Order PFT tests, stress test echocardiograms, and sleep studies within the clinic.
• Manage patients on CPAP and Bilevel therapy.
• Work closely with primary care physicians, respiratory therapists, nurses, and other specialists.
• Participate in multidisciplinary and case discussions.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory conditions and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records.
• Participate in clinic committees and quality improvement initiatives for accreditation.

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or equivalent).
• Completion of residency in Internal Medicine and/or Pulmonary Medicine.
• Fellowship training in Pulmonary Medicine.
• Board certification in Respirology/Pulmonology.
• European and/or American board certification in Sleep Medicine.
• Licensure to practice medicine in the relevant jurisdiction CPSA approved.

Required Skills

• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous learning.