Interventional Pulmonologist

Job Summary and Responsibilities

CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Interventional Pulmonologist to join our Pulmonary/Interventional/Thoracic Oncology Service Line. This is an exciting opportunity to join a cutting-edge service line within a supportive environment, focusing on advanced bronchoscopy and pleural procedures. The ideal candidate will be passionate about innovation, patient care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

About the Opportunity:

• Schedule:

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and grow comprehensive Interventional Pulmonology services, within the collaborative environment of our Pulmonary and Thoracic Oncology Teams.

  • Perform Advanced IP Procedures: Expertly execute a full spectrum of interventional pulmonology procedures, including:

    • Diagnostic bronchoscopy (EBUS-TBNA, navigational bronchoscopy, peripheral lung biopsy)

    • Therapeutic bronchoscopy (airway stenting, tumor debulking, balloon bronchoplasty, cryotherapy, brachytherapy)

    • Pleural procedures (thoracoscopy, indwelling pleural catheter placement)

    • Management of complex airway disorders and malignant pleural disease.

  • Provide Consultative Care: Offer specialized interventional pulmonology consultations for complex thoracic cases.

  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Partner closely with surgery, oncology, critical care, and general pulmonology to ensure integrated patient management.

  • General Pulmonary: Cover the general pulmonary consult service on a regular basis with strong APP support.

  • Patient-Centered Care: Deliver empathetic communication, clear treatment explanations, and prioritize patient safety and satisfaction throughout all interactions.

  • Quality & Safety: Adhere to national guidelines and best practices in interventional pulmonology, actively participating in quality improvement initiatives.

• Compensation: Competitive Base Salary, Commencement Bonus.

• Benefits: Comprehensive package including Health/Dental/Vision, 401k with match, Malpractice insurance with tail coverage, CME & allowance, Professional Dues, Relocation Reimbursement, and a Cell Phone Stipend.

• Additional Perk: NO STATE INCOME TAX!

Job Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited institution

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency program.

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine fellowship program.

• Completion of an accredited Interventional Pulmonology fellowship program.

• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Interventional Pulmonology

• Licensure: Ability to obtain an unrestricted TN and GA medical license

• Certification: AHA ACLS

• Proven experience in a wide range of interventional pulmonology procedures. Prior experience in program development is preferred but strong fellowship training is highly valued.

• Skills: Exceptional diagnostic acumen, advanced procedural skills, strong communication and interpersonal abilities, collaborative mindset, and commitment to superior patient care.

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit Health, is a not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to the healing ministry of the Church. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, it offers a continuum of care including preventative, primary and acute hospital care, as well as cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, and stroke care, and orthopedic and rehabilitation services. CommonSpirit Memorial is a regional referral center of choice with 4,700 employees and almost 500 affiliated physicians providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia.

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