Pulmonologist Jobs in Nebraska

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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Pulmonologist Critical Care

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 14 days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 14 days ago

This new multispecialty clinic will be the home of several of our Specialties and Primary Care allowing for collaboration among the entire care team....

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Pulmonologist Critical Care - Academic Physician

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Omaha, NE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 30+ days ago

This role is perfect for a physician passionate about delivering patient care and teaching multiple levels of learners at our academic medical center....

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Demographic Data for Nebraska

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

Local
National
1,962,468
55,010

Salary for Pulmonologist Jobs in Nebraska

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

$201,330

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pulmonologist positions.

Highest Education Level

Pulmonologists in Nebraska 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 Nebraska
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%