Pulmonary & Critical Care Physician

Prime Healthcare; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Malpractice coverage

CME allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

Harlingen Medical Center seeks a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician to join its hospital-employed service line, balancing ICU coverage with pulmonary medicine in a community-based setting. The role offers a full-time schedule, competitive compensation with productivity incentives, a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Texas license eligibility, DEA certification, and strong clinical, communication, and teamwork

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Fellowship training in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonary/Critical Care.
• Texas medical license eligibility or license.
• Active DEA license or eligibility.
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient critical care services, including ICU coverage.
• Diagnose and manage a wide range of pulmonary conditions.
• Perform pulmonary and critical care procedures as trained.
• Collaborate with hospitalists, surgeons, ED, and specialty teams.
• Participate in call rotation as assigned.
• Maintain accurate, timely medical documentation and compliance with hospital policies.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

MD/DO degree

Fellowship in Pulmonary Disease & Critical Care

Job description

Bonus Amount

TBD

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Position Type: Full-TimeSpecialty: Pulmonary Disease & Critical Care MedicineEmployment Model: Hospital-employed (or aligned private practice, as applicable)About Harlingen Medical CenterHarlingen Medical Center is a full-service acute care hospital serving the Rio Grande Valley. The hospital is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and supporting physicians with strong clinical resources and a collaborative medical staff.

Harlingen Medical Center is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Pulmonary & Critical Care Physician to join and help grow its pulmonary and critical care service line. This position offers a balanced mix of ICU coverage and pulmonary medicine in a supportive, community-based hospital setting.

Practice & Facility Highlights

• Well-equipped ICU with advanced ventilator and monitoring capabilities
• Experienced nursing staff and respiratory therapy support
• Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the pulmonary and critical care program

Community Highlights

Harlingen offers a low cost of living, warm climate, and easy access to South Padre Island. The area is family-friendly with excellent outdoor recreation, cultural diversity, and year-round activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient critical care services, including ICU coverage
• Diagnose and manage a wide range of pulmonary conditions
• Perform pulmonary and critical care procedures consistent with training
• Collaborate closely with hospitalists, surgeons, emergency medicine, and specialty teams
• Participate in call rotation as assigned
• Maintain accurate, timely medical documentation and compliance with hospital policies and quality standards

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Fellowship training in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonary/Critical Care
• Eligible for or current Texas medical license
• DEA license or eligibility
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with productivity incentives
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Malpractice coverage
• CME allowance and paid time off
• Retirement plan options

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf