Physician Pediatrics - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Peds - Pulmonology opening in PennsylvaniaLocated in Scranton, PASeeking a BE/BC Pediatric Pulmonologist to join practice.

• Seeking a second pediatric-pulmonologist who is open minded & willing to work with the team and help building up this branch of the practice.
• Sleep training is a plus.
• Must be willing to also see General Pediatrics
• Schedule: Mon-Friday with equal split call schedule based on how many providers are available.
This is a new division dedicated to providing specialized pediatric pulmonary care. They are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Pediatric Pulmonary Physician to join this newly created branch. This position plays a key role in shaping the department and ensuring the highest level of care for children with respiratory conditions.Qualifications:
• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Board Certification in Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonology.
• Valid medical license to practice in Pennsylvania.
• Experience in pediatric respiratory procedures such as bronchoscopy and pulmonary function testing.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development.
Responsibilities:
• Provide expert medical care for children with pulmonary disorders, including asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic lung disease, and sleep-related breathing disorders.
• Diagnose and manage respiratory conditions using advanced diagnostic tools and treatments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans for each patient, including pulmonologists, respiratory therapists, nutritionists, and other specialists.
• Participate in the development of protocols and guidelines for the pediatric pulmonary department.
• Educate patients and their families about respiratory diseases, treatments, and preventive care measures.
• Perform bronchoscopies, pulmonary function tests, and other relevant procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of advancements in pediatric pulmonary medicine and integrate them into clinical practice.
• Actively contribute to patient education initiatives, community outreach programs, and research projects within the department.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and TruDoc Medical's standards of care.
• Mentor and supervise junior medical staff, and medical students in the department.
Benefits:
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to be part of a growing and innovative medical team.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• State-of-the-art facilities with access to the latest medical technologies.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Location:Scranton is a city in northeast Pennsylvania. It's known for Steamtown National Historic Site, with century-old locomotives set on a former rail yard. In a restored 19th-century mill, the Electric City Trolley Museum has interactive exhibits and vintage trolleys. Nearby are the 4 Scranton Iron Furnaces, relics of an 1800s iron plant. McDade Park is home to Lackawanna Coal Mine, where a mine car descends to tunnels.