Pulmonologist

Community Care Physicians • Schenectady, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Community Care Physicians is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Pulmonologist to join CapitalCare Pulmonary Medicine in Niskayuna, New York. The physician will join an established, physician-led multispecialty medical group with an established patient population, experienced clinical support staff, and access to diagnostic and specialty services. The practice is outpatient-focused and provides evaluation and management of asthma, COPD, interstitial lung disease, lung nodules, lung cancer, pleural effusions, and other respiratory conditions. It has a pulmonary function testing laboratory staffed by a Registered Respiratory Therapist, and offers opportunities to perform procedures including bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, and lung biopsies, based on training, experience, and practice needs.

The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, a starting base salary of $285,000 or more, commensurate with experience, and the opportunity for productivity-based incentives. The physician will have clinical, administrative, and advanced practice provider support, as well as internal referral relationships across CCP's multispecialty network. New fellowship graduates and experienced pulmonologists are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited internship and residency.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Pulmonary Medicine; upcoming graduates may be considered in a board-eligible status.
• Board certification in Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine is required, with certification by an American Board of Medical Specialties member board or an approved American Osteopathic Association specialty board.
• Eligible for an unrestricted New York State medical license; the posting also specifies an active license to practice medicine in New York State.
• Strong clinical skills and commitment to patient-centered care.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient pulmonary consultations, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management.
• Evaluate and manage patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
• Interpret pulmonary function tests and other diagnostic studies.
• Perform pulmonary procedures based on training, experience, and practice needs.
• Collaborate with advanced practice providers, primary care physicians, and specialists to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in clinical quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based care delivery.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Dedicated CME time and allowance.
• Productivity-based compensation incentives.
• Administrative and operational support through centralized resources.
• Professional growth and long-term career development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree