Physician, Pediatric Pulmonology

Overview

WakeMed Physician Practices is a multi-specialty group with over 500 physicians in a variety of specialty areas. Our organization places a high value on quality, caring and compassionate physicians and we are committed to providing state-of-the-art health care to our patients and the community we serve.

We are seeking a board certified/board eligible Pediatric Pulmonologist to join our established Pediatric Pulmonology division in Wake County, North Carolina. The WakeMed Pediatric Pulmonology program started in September 2019. Our team currently consists of one physician, two nurse practitioners, RN care coordinator, respiratory therapists, and other support staff. It is planned to expand the division to consist of five providers, including a sleep physician, as well as APP support. This is a clinical position providing outpatient, inpatient, and endoscopic coverage. The division provides comprehensive care for children with respiratory problems, including outpatient clinic and inpatient consultative support for the WakeMed Children’s Hospital and emergency department, pulmonary function testing, cardiopulmonary exercise testing, and pediatric bronchoscopy. Call coverage and clinical responsibilities will be shared among physicians.

Some highlights of the program

• Consultative service – pediatric hospitalist, PICU, and NICU teams admit patients
• EMR – EPIC for both inpatient and outpatient
• Medical student and resident teaching opportunities with adjunct academic appointments available
• Community outreach opportunities with local general pediatric offices
• Highly efficient endoscopy suite and anesthesia support
• Spirometry and FeNO services in outpatient clinics
• Body plethysmography and cardiopulmonary exercise stress test support available
• Support for biologics for severe asthma available
• Clinic locations – Raleigh, Clayton, Apex

The position reports directly to the Director of Pediatric Subspecialties and supports the mission, values, and management of WPP. Qualified candidates must be currently board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatric Pulmonology. To learn more about our pediatric services, please visit our website at www.wakemed.org and the pediatric pulmonology page at www.wakemed.org/wakemed-physician-practices/specialties/pediatric-pulmonology-sleepmedicine

As an employer of choice, we offer a full range of benefits and attractive compensation package including:

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience plus incentive and bonus compensation
• Robust time off for ideal work life balance
• Comprehensive benefit package includes paid malpractice, CME, dues, etc
• Variety of retirement programs including matching 403b
• Commencement / Relocation Bonus
• Public service loan forgiveness-eligible employer

WakeMed is situated in a vibrant growing community and the area is consistently ranked among the top 10 best cities for employment potential, quality of life and year-round outdoor activities in a temperate climate. Our area also provides an ideal family environment with quality school systems and unsurpassed recreational activities.

Physicians interested in this opportunity are encouraged to submit a CV to our applicant system and are also invited to inquire in confidence.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Licensed Medical Physician Required

Education

Doctorate Medicine Required

Experience

Fellowship/Internship/Residency - Related Area Required

Licensed Medical Physician Required