Pulmonologist: Lead Respiratory Care with Great Benefits

CommonSpirit Health; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 380,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN (with a Ringgold, GA location) seeks a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Pulmonologist to lead advanced respiratory care. You will diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic pulmonary conditions within a faith-based, not-for-profit system committed to the healing ministry.

The role emphasizes diagnostic testing, procedure proficiency (bronchoscopy, thoracentesis), collaborative care with surgeons and oncologists, patient education, and ensuring

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree is required.
• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pulmonary.
• Ability to obtain active medical licenses and DEAs in Tennessee and Georgia.
• AHA ACLS and BLS certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating, diagnosing, and treating a wide spectrum of disorders affecting the lungs and cardiopulmonary system.
• Conducting, ordering, and interpreting essential diagnostic tests, such as spirometry, lung function tests, chest X-rays, and advanced imaging studies.
• Performing specialized procedures, including bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, etc.
• Developing individualized treatment plans, prescribing appropriate medications, and providing long-term care management to optimize patient outcomes.
• Collaborating effectively with primary care physicians, oncologists, surgeons, and other specialists, and providing expert pulmonary consultations.
• Educating patients comprehensively on disease self-management, crucial lifestyle changes, and smoking cessation strategies to promote overall respiratory health.
• Maintaining accurate and timely electronic medical records, ensuring thorough documentation of all patient encounters.
• Adhering to all hospital policies, procedures, and patient safety protocols.

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN (with a Ringgold, GA location) seeks a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Pulmonologist to lead advanced respiratory care. You will diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic pulmonary conditions within a faith-based, not-for-profit system committed to the healing ministry.

The role emphasizes diagnostic testing, procedure proficiency (bronchoscopy, thoracentesis), collaborative care with surgeons and oncologists, patient education, and ensuring