Pulmonologist

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing•The Bronx, NY

2d•$250,000 - $300,000

About The Position

Pulmonologist - Bronx, NY Board Certified or Board Eligible Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is currently seeking a Pulmonologist to fill an opening with a multi-specialty practice located in Bronx, New York. Responsibilities of the Pulmonologist: Consult with patients to understand their symptoms and health concerns. Diagnose and treat conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema. Use and interpret pulmonological exams and tests to aid in the diagnosis of cardiopulmonary diseases and conditions, including CT scans, chest fluoroscopies, ultrasounds, and bronchoscopies. Perform various specialized procedures to acquire samples of the chest wall lining or the lungs for further analysis. Provide immunizations against preventable cardiopulmonary diseases. Maintain detailed notes of appointments with patients including comments, tests and/or treatments prescribed, and test results. Refer patients to cardiothoracic surgeons when necessary. Advise cardiothoracic surgeons of the risk status of patients and recommend interventions to minimize risk, especially in tuberculosis cases. Provide support and advice to patients receiving long-term care. Conduct research into the testing and development of new medications and methods of treatment. Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a nationwide recruitment agency, matching both new grads and advanced practitioners to hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices.

Requirements

Must have an active NY State License
Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible

Responsibilities

Consult with patients to understand their symptoms and health concerns.
Diagnose and treat conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema.
Use and interpret pulmonological exams and tests to aid in the diagnosis of cardiopulmonary diseases and conditions, including CT scans, chest fluoroscopies, ultrasounds, and bronchoscopies.
Perform various specialized procedures to acquire samples of the chest wall lining or the lungs for further analysis.
Provide immunizations against preventable cardiopulmonary diseases.
Maintain detailed notes of appointments with patients including comments, tests and/or treatments prescribed, and test results.
Refer patients to cardiothoracic surgeons when necessary.
Advise cardiothoracic surgeons of the risk status of patients and recommend interventions to minimize risk, especially in tuberculosis cases.
Provide support and advice to patients receiving long-term care.
Conduct research into the testing and development of new medications and methods of treatment.