Pulmonology/Critical Care Physician - Macon, GA

Aurora Health Care; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship

Relocation assistance

Paid Time Off

Health & Welfare benefits

401(k) retirement

Flexible spending accounts

Family leave benefits

Educational assistance

CME allowances

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Job summary

Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center in Macon, GA is recruiting a Pulmonology/Critical Care Physician to join the team as a 1.0 FTE position within Advocate Health. This major nonprofit integrated health system offers a supportive environment with Epic EMR and access to modern tools including DAX Copilot to streamline notes.

Candidates must hold MD/DO with ACGME residency, completed Pulmonology/Critical Care fellowship, and board certification or eligibility.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with completion of an ACGME residency.
• Completion of Pulmonology/Critical Care Fellowship.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonology/Critical Care.
• Licensed/Eligible for licensure in Georgia.
• Active DEA in Georgia.

Skills

Board Certified/Eligible

Epic EMR

DAX Copilot

Education

MD or DO with ACGME residency

Pulmonology/Critical Care Fellowship

Georgia license/eligibility

Tools

Epic EMR

DAX Copilot

Job description

Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center

777 Hemlock Street

Macon, Georgia

Care Delivery Brand

Description & Requirements

Join Atrium Health Navicent as a Pulmonology/Critical Care Physician in Macon, GA —part of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country.

At Advocate Health, we’re committed to being a Best Place to Care—where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You’ll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well‑being, and the communities we serve. Whether you’re seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up—this is where it starts.

Highlights

• 1.0 FTE
• Navient Medical Center - 637 bed, Level I-designated Trauma Center
• Supportive, diverse team
• EPIC EMR
• Be part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with physician‑led medical group and embedded service line
• Leverage access to DAX Copilot, an AI‑powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, streamlining clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review, editing, and signature
• Experience an environment that provides safe and equitable care for all patients
• Easy access to international flights and entertainment in Atlanta
• Visa sponsorship available (J‑1 waiver and H‑1B) for eligible positions

Training & Experience Required

• M.D. or D.O. with completion of an ACGME residency
• Completion of Pulmonology/Critical Care Fellowship
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonology/Critical Care
• Licensed / Eligible for licensure in Georgia
• Active DEA in Georgia
• Paid Time Off programs available for eligible positions
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
• Educational assistance and professional development programs
• Paid medical liability insurance
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances
• Relocation assistance

About Macon, Georgia

Macon, Georgia, is a vibrant city that blends deep Southern heritage with a growing arts and cultural scene. Known as the "Heart of Georgia," Macon offers a welcoming community with a charming downtown featuring beautifully preserved historic architecture and lively festivals celebrating music, art, and local traditions. Residents enjoy affordable living, with housing costs well below national averages, making Macon an attractive option for families and professionals alike. The city boasts strong healthcare services and quality schools, as well as higher education opportunities with institutions like Mercer University and Middle Georgia State University. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate Macon’s many parks, trails, and proximity to the Ocmulgee National Monument, offering scenic beauty and recreational activities year‑round. Macon provides many opportunities while maintaining a warm, community‑oriented atmosphere. Macon’s friendly southern hospitality and rich cultural fabric make it a place where newcomers quickly feel at home, blending small‑town charm with the amenities of a vibrant city.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United States, providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. With Wake Forest University School of Medicine as our academic core, we are shaping the future of health care through innovation, research, education and compassionate care.

When you join Advocate Health, you’re joining a team that’s committed to being a Best Place to Care—where clinicians are heard, supported and empowered to focus on what matters most: caring for patients. This enterprise‑wide initiative is grounded in listening to care teams, removing barriers to excellent care, and fostering well‑being and connection. It reflects our purpose—from discovery to everyday moments, we’re redefining care – for you, for us, for all—and lives through our values: lifting each other up, leading with purpose, thinking boldly together and embracing change with optimism. Here, you’ll find not just a job, but a career with meaning, growth and impact—for all.