Pulmonologist

Providence Health Plan Group; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 346,964 - 531,272; Full time

Job summary

Providence Health Plan Group is seeking a full-time Pulmonary Critical Care Physician in Olympia, Washington. The role involves diagnosing and treating conditions related to the lungs, conducting diagnostic tests, and managing patients with chronic lung diseases.

Qualified candidates will have an M.D. or equivalent, a Washington State medical license, and completed residency and fellowship in relevant fields. Compensation ranges from $346,964 to $531,272 annually.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or equivalent.
• Active medical license in Washington State.
• Residency in Internal Medicine completed.
• Fellowship in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care completed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat conditions related to lungs and respiratory system.
• Manage patients with life-threatening conditions.
• Evaluate patients with respiratory symptoms.
• Develop treatment plans for conditions such as asthma and COPD.

Skills

Active Washington State medical license

Diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions

Patient management for chronic lung diseases

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or foreign degree equivalent

Completion of ACGME-accredited residency in Internal Medicine

Completion of ACGME-accredited fellowship in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care

Job description

Providence is seeking a full-time Pulmonary Critical Care Physician to diagnose and treat conditions related to the lungs and respiratory system, and manage patients with life‑threatening conditions. Evaluate patients with respiratory symptoms, such as cough, shortness of breath, and wheezing, and conducting diagnostic tests like spirometry, chest X‑rays, and CT scans. Develop treatment plans for conditions such as asthma, COPD, pneumonia, and pulmonary fibrosis, which may include medications, inhalers, and oxygen therapy. Provide ongoing care and management for patients with chronic lung diseases, including monitoring symptoms and adjusting treatment as needed.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or foreign degree equivalent.
• Active Washington State medical license.
• Completion of ACGME‑accredited residency in Internal Medicine.
• Completion of ACGME‑accredited fellowship in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care.
• Compensation is between $346,964 - $531,272 per year.

Where You’ll Work

Providence Medical Group ‑ Southwest Washington is an organization of employed physicians and advanced‑practice clinicians, providing services in two hospitals and 38 Primary and Specialty Care Clinics within 5 counties in the South Puget Sound region. With more than 300 employed medical providers in 22 specialties, the group offers highly coordinated care for patients by using a shared EMR system. The National Committee for Quality Assurance has recognized its primary care clinics as patient‑centered medical homes.

Where You’ll Live

Olympia is on the southern tip of scenic Puget Sound, which offers an abundance of activities from beachcombing to salmon fishing to sailing. Olympia and its primary neighboring cities of Tumwater and Lacey have a population of 250,000, offering an abundance of culture, entertainment and an outstanding school system from elementary through university, including The Evergreen State College and Saint Martin’s University.

Who You’ll Work For

Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive health care organization spanning seven states with a universal mission ‑ to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 119,000-plus caregivers/employees serve in 51 hospitals, more than 800 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: one name, one family, one extraordinary health system.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran.