Physician - Pulmonologist

Barton Associates; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Pulmonologist for a locum tenens assignment in Kentucky, starting on Sep 29, 2025, for an 84-day contract. Responsibilities include providing pulmonary consults, managing ICU cases, and performing various procedures. Applicants must have ICU experience, a Kentucky medical license, and board certification in Pulmonary Disease. Strong compensation and travel-related expenses are covered.

Benefits

Strong compensation

Travel-related expenses covered

A-rated medical malpractice insurance

Dedicated recruiter for future opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have ICU experience with case logs required within the last 2 years.
• Kentucky medical license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide pulmonary consults for ICU patients.
• Manage cases in an ICU.
• Perform oral/nasal intubation.
• Conduct thoracentesis and bronchoscopy with biopsy.
• Place central venous and arterial lines.
• Perform arterial puncture.
• Manage ventilators.
• Conduct tube thoracostomy procedures.

Skills

ICU experience

Pulmonary consults

Oral/nasal intubation

Thoracentesis

Bronchoscopy with biopsy

Management of ventilators

Education

Completed pulmonary training

Board certification in Pulmonary Disease

Tools

Meditech EHR

Job description

We are seeking a Pulmonologist for a locum tenens assignment in Kentucky, beginning Sep 29, 2025, for an 84-day contract. The schedule follows a 7 on / 7 off model with day shifts from 8am to 5pm. This role focuses on providing pulmonary consults and managing cases in an ICU setting.

Job Details

• Location: Kentucky
• Start Date: Sep 29, 2025
• LOA: 84 days
• Provider Type Needed: Pulmonologist
• Schedule: 7 on / 7 off, 8am-5pm

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide pulmonary consults for ICU patients
• Manage cases in an ICU
• Perform oral/nasal intubation
• Conduct thoracentesis and bronchoscopy with biopsy
• Place central venous and arterial lines
• Perform arterial puncture
• Manage ventilators
• Conduct tube thoracostomy procedures

Additional Information

• Must have completed pulmonary training
• ICU experience with case logs required within the last 2 years
• Kentucky medical license required
• Board certification in Pulmonary Disease is required
• Experience with Meditech EHR preferred

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.