Pulmonologist Jobs in California

A Pulmonologist is a specialized medical professional who diagnoses and treats conditions and diseases affecting the respiratory system. They play a pivotal role in the Physician industry, dealing with a range of health issues from common concerns like asthma and pneumonia to more severe conditions such as lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). They perform diagnostic procedures like bronchoscopy and interpret tests like pulmonary function test (PFT). They also provide critical care to patients in emergency settings or intensive care units, managing ventilators and life support systems.

To become a Pulmonologist, they should have completed a medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) and a residency in Internal Medicine followed by a fellowship in Pulmonary Disease. They should possess excellent diagnostic, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, along with strong communication abilities to interact with patients and their families. Board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in both Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease is often required. Prior roles that a person may hold before becoming a Pulmonologist include Internal Medicine Physician, Resident in Pulmonology, or a Fellow in Pulmonary Disease.

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Outpatient Pulmonologist and Sleep Medicine Physician in Lake Tahoe

  • Curative Talent
  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • 4 days ago

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....

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Pulmonologist

  • Riverside Medical Clinic
  • Riverside, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 6 days ago

Opportunity Details Seeking Full Time Pulmonologist who is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine with a fellowship in pulmonary diseases....

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Pulmonologist Physician

  • AMN Corporate
  • CA
  • 6 days ago
  • CA
  • 6 days ago

Opportunity Highlights: Outpatient Pulmonology (no ICU work) Option to do Sleep Medicine (but not required) Private multispecialty group with partnership/shareholder track, no buy-in required Step into...

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Seeking Outpatient Pulmonologist for Multi-specialty group - Riverside CA

  • Universal Health Services
  • Riverside, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 7 days ago

Whether you are a primary care physician or a specialist, it is good to know that the referral process at RMC is quite simple....

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Physician - Pulmonologist

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Stockton, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 14 days ago

Additional Requirement: Board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) and/or Board certified or Board eligible in the subspecialties of both Pulmonary and Critical Care Preferred...

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Pulmonologist Is Wanted for Locums Coverage in CA

  • CompHealth
  • CA
  • 15 days ago
  • CA
  • 15 days ago

It is one more way we deliver what matters to you. 8 am - 5 pm with no call 8 patients per day Standard pulmonology and sleep medicine training required Board certification required BLS certification...

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Pediatric Pulmonologist, John Muir Medical Center

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Stanford, CA
  • 16 days ago

We offer broad-based training in general pediatrics, critical care and pediatric subspecialties within a variety of ambulatory, inpatient and community settings....

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Pediatric Pulmonologists

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Stanford, CA
  • 16 days ago

We offer broad-based training in general pediatrics, critical care and pediatric subspecialties within a variety of ambulatory, inpatient and community settings....

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Pediatric Pulmonologist, John Muir Medical Center

  • HERC
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 20 days ago

We offer broad-based training in general pediatrics, critical care and pediatric subspecialties within a variety of ambulatory, inpatient and community settings....

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Pediatric Pulmonologists

  • HERC
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 20 days ago

We offer broad-based training in general pediatrics, critical care and pediatric subspecialties within a variety of ambulatory, inpatient and community settings....

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Professor of Clinical Medicine / Health Sciences Clinical Professor Series - Interventional Pulmonologist

  • University of California Irvine
  • Irvine, CA
  • 28 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 28 days ago

The Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine in the Department of Medicine at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) is seeking a full-time Interventional Pulmonologist for appointment...

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Outpatient Pulmonologist

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 28 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 28 days ago

Outpatient Pulmonologist Opportunity - Partnership Track!...

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Pulmonologist (MD)

  • Sweetwater Care
  • CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • CA
  • 30+ days ago

Compensation disussed during intial interview Candidates should be board certified or board eligible in Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Interventional Pulmonology, or have completed an Interventional...

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Outpatient Pulmonologist Needed in Californias Bay Area

  • Fremont, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Quick Facts 100% outpatient duties with no inpatient or critical care responsibilities Clinic located in the East Bay area Work with 1 other pulmonologist in established practice Every third weekend...

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Outpatient Pulmonologist for Multi-specialty group - Riverside CA

  • Riverside Medical Clinics
  • Riverside, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Opportunity Details Seeking Outpatient Pulmonologist to join Multispecialty group in Beautiful Southern California, Riverside CA We are seeking a Full-Time Outpatient Pulmonologist to join Riverside...

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Demographic Data for California

Moving to California? Find some basic demographic data about California below.


Local
National
39,536,271
996,598

Salary for Pulmonologist Jobs in California

This is the average annual salary for Pulmonologist jobs in California as reported by the BLS.

$298,620


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pulmonologist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pulmonologists in California offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
45.2%
Bachelor's Degree
21.1%
Master's Degree
14.7%
High School or GED
11.2%
Associate's Degree
3.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.1%
Some High School
1.1%
Some College
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pulmonologists in California
4-6 years
33.2%
2-4 years
21.2%
1-2 years
13.6%
None
11.0%
8-10 years
9.4%
Less than 1 year
9.4%
6-8 years
2.3%