Pulmonary​/Critical Care Physician

Job Summary:

Health Alliance Hospital, part of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), is seeking a Board Certified / Board Eligible Pulmonary/Critical Care Physician to join our team. This position is primarily outpatient-focused, with an emphasis on pulmonary and sleep medicine, while also providing limited inpatient consultative and ICU coverage opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity to join a patient-centered team in a supportive, community-focused healthcare environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Outpatient Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine:
  • Diagnose and manage a range of pulmonary conditions, including COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease, and pulmonary nodules.
  • Provide evaluation and treatment for sleep disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnea and insomnia.
  • Interpret pulmonary function tests.
  • Work closely with referring providers and respiratory therapists to optimize patient care.
• Inpatient Consultative Services
  • Provide pulmonary consultations for hospitalized patients on an as-needed basis.
  • Work closely with the hospitals medical staff to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.
• ICU Coverage
  • Participate in occasional ICU rounding or consults, offering critical care expertise.
  • Collaborate with ICU nurses and physicians to manage critically ill patients as needed.
• Team Collaboration & Leadership
  • Partner with advanced practice providers (APPs), nurses, and allied health professionals to deliver comprehensive care.
  • Participate in departmental initiatives, quality improvement projects, and hospital committees.
• Documentation & Compliance
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant patient records.
  • Follow hospital guidelines for billing, coding, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• MD or DO degree.
• Board Certified / Board Eligible in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine
• Additional Sleep Medicine certification or interest in sleep medicine is preferred but not required.
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a community hospital setting.

Additional Benefits:

• Work-life balance with a predominantly outpatient schedule.
• Competitive compensation with productivity incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, malpractice coverage, and retirement plans.
• CME allowance and opportunities for professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment within the WMCHealth network.