Physician, Pulmonologist with Recruitment/Relocation Incentive

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 280,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off: 50-55 days per year

Health insurance

Malpractice liability protection

Job summary

A government health agency seeks an entry-level Physician, Pulmonologist in Corpus Christi, TX. The role includes comprehensive care for pulmonary and sleep disorders, patient education, and participation in clinical research. Competitive salary, benefits, and incentives are offered, including a sign-on bonus and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a U.S. state.
• Completion of accredited residency and fellowship training in pulmonary and sleep medicine preferred.
• Five years’ experience in diagnosis and treatment of patients with pulmonary or sleep conditions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care for pulmonary and sleep disorders.
• Educate patients and families on preventative care and medical conditions.
• Document care in the computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).

Skills

United States Citizenship

Proficiency in spoken and written English

Experience with pulmonary or sleep conditions

Education

Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree

Completed residency in an approved core specialty training program

Job description

Physician, Pulmonologist with Recruitment/Relocation Incentive

Apply for the Physician, Pulmonologist with Recruitment/Relocation Incentive role at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Pay Range

Base pay: $280,000 – $330,000 per year.

Summary

The Pulmonologist is responsible for patient care, patient/family education, and participation in clinical research in pulmonary medicine. The role provides comprehensive care for patients with illnesses within the scope of pulmonary medicine/sleep spectrum as covered in the privileges granted. The scope covers all phases of ambulatory care.

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship (non‑citizens only if no qualified citizens can be recruited).
• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from an approved VA school.
• Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a U.S. state, territory, Commonwealth or D.C.
• Completed residency in an approved core specialty training program leading to board certification (ACGME or AOA). VA physicians in academic training may need faculty board certification.
• Residents in ACGME/AOA accredited residency may be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs) on an intermittent or fee‑basis; PRPs are not independent practitioners and have a scope of practice under supervision.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Preferred: Completion of accredited residency and fellowship training in pulmonary and sleep medicine; five years’ experience in diagnosis and treatment of patients with pulmonary or sleep conditions; board certification in Pulmonary & Sleep medicine.
• Reference: Qualification Standards available at https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
• Physical requirements: moderate lifting (15‑44 lbs), moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, walking, standing, kneeling for up to 3 hours; both hands required; rapid mental and muscular coordination; vision 20/20 or better; hearing functional; ability to work in low light; computer work 8‑10 hours per day; sitting 6‑8 hours per day.

Duties

• Open continuous announcement until February 18, 2026 or until positions are filled; applications referred regularly or as vacancies occur.
• Provide comprehensive patient care for pulmonary and sleep disorders, including history, physical examination, diagnostic testing, and treatment planning.
• Document care in the computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) and obtain consent for procedures.
• Educate and counsel patients and families on preventative care, medical conditions, and prescribed treatments.
• Write medical orders and prescriptions for controlled and non‑controlled substances in compliance with federal and state law.
• Respond to and complete consults for pulmonary and sleep patients, order laboratory tests, imaging, pulmonary function tests, ECGs, and other diagnostics.
• Consult with other disciplines as necessary and coordinate chronic patient management, including collaboration with prosthetics department.
• Carry out health promotion, disease prevention, education, and shared decision‑making activities.
• Participate in VISN and national level pulmonary and sleep program efforts.
• Maintain documentation, policies, protocols, and standards of practice to meet VA mandates.
• Work schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Benefits & Incentives

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus; recruitment incentive sign‑on bonus.
• Paid time off: 50‑55 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, up to 5 days paid absence for CME).
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5‑year vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA contribution.
• Health insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, long‑term care; many programs transferable into retirement.
• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted state license; CME reimbursement up to $1,000 per year (full‑time, board‑certified).
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage.
• Contract: No physician employment contract; no significant restriction on moonlighting.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider (Government Administration)

Location

Corpus Christi, TX