Medical Director, Interventional Pulmonology

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Director, Interventional Pulmonology

Our organization is looking for a skilled, innovative, and collaborative Board-Certified Pulmonologist with specialized training in Interventional Pulmonology to take on the role of the first Medical Director for Interventional Pulmonology at our hospital campus located in Arlington, Virginia.

This position presents a distinctive chance for a senior physician leader to establish and cultivate a comprehensive Interventional Pulmonology program from its inception within one of the top-performing independent health systems in the Washington, DC area. The ideal candidate will possess advanced procedural skills, proven leadership experience, and a strong commitment to enhancing high-quality, multidisciplinary pulmonary and thoracic oncology services in a dynamic health system.

This full-time leadership role integrates active clinical practice with strategic program development, operational oversight, quality improvement initiatives, and collaboration across multiple disciplines.

Why Join Us?

Our organization is a nationally recognized independent health system celebrated for its clinical excellence, innovation, physician engagement, and outstanding patient outcomes.

Key highlights include:

• Ranked among the leading hospitals in Virginia and the Washington, DC area by U.S. News & World Report
• Multiple "A" ratings for Hospital Safety from The Leapfrog Group
• CMS 5-Star Overall Hospital Quality Rating
• Magnet® designation for nursing excellence
• An independent health system with robust physician leadership and administrative support
• Expanding services in pulmonary, thoracic oncology, and critical care with ongoing investments in procedural and diagnostic capabilities
• A collaborative environment with support from thoracic surgery, oncology, radiology, pathology, and critical care
• Located in Arlington, Virginia, a consistently top-ranked area for living, with immediate access to Washington, DC

At our organization, physician leaders have the chance to significantly influence strategy, operations, quality, and growth while working in a collaborative and highly respected clinical setting.

Position Overview

The Medical Director for Interventional Pulmonology will act as the clinical and strategic leader responsible for the development, launch, and growth of our Interventional Pulmonology program.

As this is a new and expanding service line, we are seeking a physician leader with extensive experience in procedural pulmonology, program development, multidisciplinary care coordination, and operational leadership. This role is perfect for a physician who is motivated by the chance to create clinical infrastructure, enhance procedural capabilities, standardize care pathways, and shape the future of advanced pulmonary and thoracic disease management across the health system.

The Medical Director will collaborate closely with executive leadership, thoracic surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, critical care, radiology, pathology, anesthesia, and nursing leadership to establish a high-quality, integrated Interventional Pulmonology program focused on exceptional patient outcomes, innovation, and growth.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical institution
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pulmonary/Critical Care fellowship
• Board Certification in Pulmonary Disease is required
• Eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in Virginia
• A minimum of 5 years of post-training experience in Interventional Pulmonology
• Proven expertise in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic pulmonary procedures
• Prior leadership experience as a Medical Director, Associate Medical Director, Program Director, or service-line leader is highly preferred
• Experience in program development, operational growth, or procedural service expansion is strongly preferred
• A commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration, innovation, quality improvement, and patient-centered care

Position Highlights

• Opportunity to establish and lead a growing Interventional Pulmonology program from the ground up
• Full-time employed physician leadership role
• Combination of advanced procedural practice and executive-level medical directorship
• Strong administrative, operational, and nursing support
• Collaborative multidisciplinary environment with thoracic oncology and surgical services
• An independent health system that values agility and physician influence
• Access to a diverse and expanding patient population in Northern Virginia and the Washington, DC area

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package for physician executives
• Leadership stipend along with productivity and quality incentives
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous paid time off and CME allowance
• Retirement plan options available
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Relocation assistance offered

About Arlington, Virginia

Situated just minutes from Washington, DC, Arlington boasts an exceptional quality of life, featuring nationally ranked schools, vibrant neighborhoods, extensive parks and trails, and easy access to cultural, dining, and international travel opportunities. The area is consistently recognized as one of the most desirable places to live and work in the nation.

Application Process

We invite qualified candidates to submit their CV and cover letter for consideration.