What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pulmonary Medicine Specialist- Temple Lung Center at Yardley position at Temple University, Office of Physician & Faculty Recruitment?
Summary of Position
Temple Physicians, Inc. is seeking an outstanding Pulmonary Medicine Specialist to join an established and collaborative team at the new Temple Lung Center at Yardley. Board-eligible or board-certified physicians in Pulmonary Medicine are encouraged to apply. Additional training and/or certification in Sleep Medicine is welcomed, but not required.This position offers the best of both worlds: the resources and academic environment of Temple University Health System paired with a community-focused suburban practice in beautiful Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
Highlights
- Join a well-established team of six pulmonary and sleep medicine specialists at the new Temple Lung Center at Yardley
- Practice includes a diverse mix of outpatient pulmonary and sleep medicine, including interpretation of sleep studies, and inpatient pulmonary consult duties
- Provide expertise in the diagnosis and management of obstructive sleep apnea, COPD, asthma, lung cancer, interstitial lung disease, and related conditions
- Enjoy a Monday–Friday (8:30 AM–5:00 PM) schedule combining office hours and rounding at two nearby Bucks County hospitals
- Participate in teaching Temple Pulmonary Medicine and Sleep Medicine trainees, with opportunities for academic involvement through the Lewis Katz School of Medicine
- Benefit from institutional support of a major academic medical center while maintaining a personalized, community-based practice
Why Temple?
Temple Health is a major Philadelphia-based academic health system that drives medical advances through clinical innovation, research, and world-class education. The system’s 1,550 physicians and scientists share a mission of bringing tomorrow’s treatments to the bedside today.Temple Physicians, Inc. (TPI) provides community-based care backed by the academic strength of Temple University Hospital and the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, offering physicians the opportunity to teach, grow, and make an impact within a supportive, mission-driven organization.
Features & Benefits: • Competitive compensation package that includes base salary, annual incentive, and sign-on bonus• Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, sick and holiday time• Two retirement plans, including one with employer contribution• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage• Malpractice insurance• Tuition remission for employees and dependents• CME time, funding and more!
Candidate Qualifications• M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent• Successful completion of fellowship in Pulmonary Medicine from an ACGME-accredited program • Board eligibility or certification in Pulmonary Medicine. Additional fellowship training or certification in Sleep Medicine strongly preferred.• Ability to obtain an unrestricted medical license & DEA from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to employment
Procedure for CandidacyTo be considered for this position applicants must submit a current curriculum vita (CV) and contact information for three professional references. For confidential inquiries and/or questions about the opportunity, please contact Shawn Hartigan, Physician/Faculty Recruiter, Shawn.Hartigan@tuhs.temple.edu