Thoracic Interventional Specialist

Sterling St James Inc.; Munster (IN); On-site; USD 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

6 weeks PTO

Health, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement with employer match

CME funding and paid time

Job summary

Sterling St James Inc. in the Greater Chicagoland area seeks a Board Certified or Board Eligible Interventional Pulmonologist to join a physician-led, growing group practice. The role offers both inpatient and outpatient care with a balanced clinic/inpatient schedule and a flexible call rotation near downtown Chicago.

You will work in a high-tech environment with EPIC EHR, mentorship opportunities, and a focus on subspecialty interests, patient-centered outcomes, and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Fellowship-trained in Interventional Pulmonology; Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonology and Interventional Pulmonology.
• Active and unrestricted Indiana medical license (or eligible for licensure within 90–120 days).
• Strong clinical competency in advanced airway, pleural, and interventional pulmonary procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient interventional pulmonology care and related diagnostic/consultative services.
• Maintain a balanced schedule with clinic 2 days per week and dedicated inpatient procedural days.
• Participate in an equitable call rotation of 1:4 to 1:6.
• Utilize EPIC EHR with AI-driven documentation enhancements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues and hospital leadership to shape subspecialty protocols.
• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Education

MD/DO degree from an accredited medical school

Job description

Interventional Pulmonologist

Location: Greater Chicagoland Area

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Inpatient & Outpatient

Schedule: Monday - Friday Flexible Schedule | Clinic 2x/Week | Call Rotation 1:4 to 1:6

An established, highly regarded healthcare system in Greater Chicagoland area is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Interventional Pulmonologist to join its growing, physician-led group practice.

Located just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago, this position offers the ideal combination of subspecialty clinical practice, high-tech hospital infrastructure, and exceptional work-life balance. Practice in a HIMSS Stage VII environment featuring full EPIC EHR integration with modern AI functionality. You will collaborate with a collegial team of physicians who are eager to provide mentorship and support as you build a practice tailored to your subspecialty interests and goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient interventional pulmonology care, advanced diagnostic procedures, and consultative care
• Maintain a balanced schedule operating in clinic 2 days per week alongside dedicated inpatient procedural days
• Participate in an equitable, manageable call rotation of 1:4 to 1:6
• Utilize cutting-edge clinical tools and EPIC EHR with AI-driven documentation enhancements
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary network of specialists, primary care providers, and hospital leaders
• Help shape subspecialty clinical protocols while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical school (MD or DO).
• Fellowship-trained in Interventional Pulmonology; Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonology and Interventional Pulmonology.
• Active and unrestricted Indiana medical license (or eligible for state licensure within 90-120 days).
• Strong clinical competency in advanced airway, pleural, and interventional pulmonary procedures with an interest in tailoring practice focus to long-term goals.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary negotiable based on MGMA guidelines, paired with a performance bonus structure.
• Generous, negotiable sign-on bonus package.
• Flexible time off allocation totaling 6 weeks per year.
• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 403(b) retirement program with employer matching contributions.
• Exceptional CME funding and dedicated paid CME time.
• 100% reimbursement for state medical license, CSR, DEA, professional dues, and subscriptions.

**Competitive compensation package aligned with current MGMA benchmarks; final salary is indicative and subject to adjustment based on the candidate’s professional experience and qualifications