Physician (MD/DO) - Pulmonology - $440,000 to $500,000 per year in South Lake Tahoe, CA

Doctor of Medicine | Pulmonology
Location: South Lake Tahoe, CA
Employer: Curative
Pay: $440,000 to $500,000 per year
Shift Information: 5 days x 8 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Pulmonology Opportunity in South Lake Tahoe, CA

You've worked hard to build your clinical skill set-this role lets you use it without living in the hospital. This Pulmonology opening is built around outpatient general pulmonary care with a strong Sleep Medicine component, plus optional ICU time if you want to keep a foot in critical care. If you're looking for autonomy, a sustainable pace, and a Lake Tahoe lifestyle that actually fits your schedule, let's talk.

Practice Overview

• You'll join a small Pulmonary/Critical Care team building a dedicated pulmonary service line across the CA-NV border region
• Outpatient pulmonary clinic + Sleep Medicine growth opportunity with established diagnostic volume (PFTs, sleep studies)
• Weekday inpatient pulmonary consults coordinated with the on-duty intensivist (no overnight consult burden in the outpatient model)
• Procedures include standard bronchoscopy; expanded biopsy/interventional capabilities are a priority as the program grows

Schedule

• Preferred outpatient model: 4-day workweek, 8-hour clinic shifts (typically 8:00a-5:00p); specific days can be finalized with you
• Built-in time off structure with a 48-week annual commitment at 1.0 FTE (high-FTE part-time options considered)
• No overnight or weekend call for the stand-alone outpatient pulmonary footprint
• Optional split Pulm/CC: add limited ICU blocks/call if you want ongoing critical care exposure

Compensation & Benefits

• 1099 structure with pulmonary clinic pay starting at $2,100 per 8-hour shift, plus additional diagnostic read income (PFTs and sleep studies)
• $3,000/month benefits support stipend at 1.0 FTE (pro-rated) to build your own health, retirement, licensing, CME, and travel package
• $40,000 sign-on/retention bonus for 1.0 FTE (timing can be structured to support a move for the right fit)
• Malpractice coverage provided, including tail; leadership/directorship opportunities available with additional hourly pay

Candidate Requirements

• Board eligible/board certified in Pulmonary Medicine (Sleep Medicine interest strongly preferred)
• Comfort managing outpatient pulmonary disease with appropriate procedural familiarity (bronchoscopy exposure helpful)
• Ability to obtain and maintain medical licensure in both California and Nevada (cross-border practice footprint)
• Not a fit for physicians requiring immediate visa sponsorship/visa bridge support for this contract structure

Community & Location Highlights

• Live and work in the Lake Tahoe region with year-round access to skiing, hiking, biking, and water sports
• Small-town feel with seasonal energy-population surges during peak summer and winter recreation windows
• Cross-border practice means access to both South Lake Tahoe and nearby Nevada communities (including Minden/Gardnerville)
• Easy regional travel with Reno/Tahoe-area airport access for quick getaways and visiting family

Reach out today to learn more about this opportunity and how it aligns with your career goals.