Pulmonologist (Nursing Home)

Essen Health Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Health Care, located in New York City, is seeking a Pulmonologist to provide consultative care to skilled nursing facility residents. The role involves overseeing chronic respiratory diseases such as COPD and asthma, and managing oxygen therapy and inhaled medications.

The ideal candidate will hold an MD or DO degree, have completed an IM residency with a Pulmonology fellowship preferred, and possess a valid NY medical license. Join our team and make a difference in a diverse community!

Qualifications

• Provide pulmonary consultative care to SNF/LTC residents.
• Oversee chronic respiratory diseases and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Manage conditions like COPD, asthma, and sleep apnea.

Responsibilities

• Oversee oxygen therapy and inhaled medications.
• Supervise Nurse Practitioners and collaborate with facility teams.

Skills

Pulmonology

Chronic respiratory disease management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Supervision of Nurse Practitioners

Education

MD or DO degree

IM residency; Pulmonology fellowship

NY medical license

DEA certification

Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pulmonology

Job description

Company Overview

At Essen Health Care, we care for that!

As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high–quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under‑served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20‑year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in‑person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program.

Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees, 400+ practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!

Provide pulmonary consultative care to SNF/LTC residents, overseeing chronic respiratory diseases and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

• Manage COPD, asthma, sleep apnea, and chronic respiratory failure
• Oversee oxygen therapy and inhaled medications
• Supervise NPs and collaborate with facility teams
• MD or DO degree
• IM residency; Pulmonology fellowship preferred
• NY medical license, DEA
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pulmonology

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.