Peds - Pulmonology opening in Pennsylvania

Peds - Pulmonology opening in Pennsylvania
Located in Scranton, PA

Seeking 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.