Open Rank Advanced Pulmonologist - COPD

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); Vor Ort; USD 220.000 - 380.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The University of South Florida is seeking an open-rank academic pulmonologist with COPD and complex pulmonary disease expertise. The physician will provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient pulmonary care, emphasizing COPD management and development of specialized services.

Responsibilities include teaching medical students, residents, and fellows, leading program development, and participating in clinical research, quality improvement, and scholarly activities within USF Health.

Qualifikationen

• MD/DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency and pulmonary disease fellowship.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in pulmonary disease.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Florida.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in COPD and the management of complex pulmonary diseases.

Aufgaben

• Clinical responsibilities include inpatient and outpatient pulmonary care with focus on COPD and complex obstructive lung disease.
• Educate and supervise medical students, residents, and fellows; participate in conferences and clinical teaching.
• Engage in clinical research, quality improvement, and scholarly activities; contribute to program development and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Kenntnisse

COPD expertise

Complex pulmonary disease

Clinical care

Ausbildung

MD/DO from accredited medical school

Internal Medicine residency

Pulmonary disease fellowship

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

The TGH Lung Institute, within the USF Health Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, is seeking an open-rank academic pulmonologist with expertise in COPD and complex pulmonary disease. The physician will provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient pulmonary care, with an emphasis on COPD management and the advancement of specialized pulmonary services. Responsibilities include multidisciplinary collaboration, program development, teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows, and participation in clinical research, quality improvement, and scholarly activities. Candidates should demonstrate strong clinical expertise, a commitment to academic medicine, and an interest in advancing innovative, evidence-based pulmonary and COPD care.

Job Description

The TGH Lung Institute, within the USF Health Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, is seeking an open-rank academic pulmonologist with expertise in COPD and complex pulmonary disease. The physician will provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient pulmonary care, with an emphasis on COPD management and the advancement of specialized pulmonary services. Responsibilities include multidisciplinary collaboration, program development, teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows, and participation in clinical research, quality improvement, and scholarly activities. Candidates should demonstrate strong clinical expertise, a commitment to academic medicine, and an interest in advancing innovative, evidence-based pulmonary and COPD care.

Responsibilities

• Clinical responsibilities include inpatient and outpatient pulmonary care with a focus on COPD, complex obstructive lung disease, and other pulmonary conditions. Responsibilities include patient evaluation and management, development of individualized treatment plans, multidisciplinary collaboration, and participation in clinical program development and quality improvement initiatives. Clinical duties may evolve based on the needs and growth of the TGH Lung Institute and USF Health Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine.
• Participates in the education and supervision of medical students, residents, and fellows through clinical teaching and mentorship. Contributes to conferences, case discussions, and other educational activities within the Division. Participates in the USF fellowship program and is expected to develop didactic teaching sessions, grand rounds, and clinical teaching of residents and students. This role is subject to growth and may expand in clinical, educational, and programmatic responsibilities based on the needs and growth of the Lung Institute.
• Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher-level administrator of a State university. Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative activities. Responsible for academic advising and related activities. May represent the university, college/school, or department.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency and pulmonary disease fellowship.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in pulmonary disease.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Florida.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in COPD and the management of complex pulmonary diseases.

Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrated clinical expertise in COPD and the management of complex pulmonary diseases.
• Commitment to academic medicine, multidisciplinary collaboration, and the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Qualifications appropriate for appointment at the applicable academic rank within USF Health.

About Us

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.