Pulmonologist

Essen Health Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Health Care in New York seeks a Pulmonologist to assess and treat complex respiratory conditions, trained in internal medicine and cardio-pulmonary systems. The physician will diagnose and manage structural, inflammatory, infectious and neoplastic respiratory disorders.

Responsibilities include consultations, testing interpretation, immunizations, and supporting long-term patient care while contributing to research on new therapies and treatments.

Qualifications

• MD degree and pulmonology board certification.
• Active medical license in the practicing state.
• 3–7 years of internship and residency in pulmonology.
• Board certification in pulmonology by ABIM.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to understand symptoms and health concerns.
• Diagnose and treat asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema.
• Interpret pulmonology tests and imaging to aid in diagnosis.
• Perform specialized procedures to collect samples from the chest wall or lungs.
• Provide immunizations against cardiopulmonary diseases.
• Maintain detailed notes of appointments and test results.
• Support patients in long-term care.
• Contribute to research on new medications and treatment methods.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Empathy

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field

Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree

3–7 years’ internship and residency in pulmonology

American Board of Internal Medicine certification in pulmonology

Active medical license in NY

Job description

Position Title

Pulmonologist

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Pulmonologist to assess, diagnose, and treat patients with severe or chronic breathing issues. The Pulmonologist should be trained in internal medicine and the cardio‑pulmonary system, diagnosing and treating structural, inflammatory, infectious and neoplastic respiratory disorders.

Responsibilities

• Consulting with patients to understand their symptoms and health concerns.
• Diagnosing and treating conditions, such as asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema.
• Using and interpreting pulmonological exams and tests to aid in the diagnosis of cardiopulmonary diseases and conditions, including CT scans, chest fluoroscopies, ultrasounds, and bronchoscopies.
• Performing specialized procedures to acquire samples of the chest wall lining or the lungs, for further analysis.
• Providing immunizations against preventable cardiopulmonary diseases.
• Maintaining detailed notes of appointments with patients, including comments, tests and/or treatments prescribed, and test results.
• Providing support and advice to patients receiving long‑term care.
• Conducting research into the testing and development of new medications and methods of treatment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, physical sciences, or a related field.
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree.
• 3 to 7 years’ internship and clinical residency training, specializing in pulmonology.
• Certification by The American Board of Internal Medicine in pulmonology.
• Valid and active medical license in the state you wish to practice.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Outstanding research and analytical skills.
• Excellent communicator who can empathize with patients.
• Flexible working hours.

Salary

$250,000‑$300,000

Equal Employment Opportunity

Essen Health Care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically‑diverse population.

Additional Information

J1 Waiver and CONRAD 30 Waiver Candidates Welcome!